MORNINGTON PENINSULA
LACTATION

Elspeth Dove

IBCLC since 2013

Endorse Midwife

Registered Nurse

Child and Family Health

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NEED HELP WITH...

Nipple and breast pain
Nipple damage
Low milk supply
Oversupply
Slow growth

Newborn behaviour

Adjusting to parenting
Medical conditions affecting feeding

Tongue Tie assessment
Expressing and storage of breastmilk
Supplemental feeding
Transition from SCN to home life
Babies older than 4 months of age
Starting solids
Toddlers breastfeeding
Finishing up with breastfeeding
...or when you are just not sure and need the support and experience of a professional.

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ELSPETH DOVE

IBCLC since 2013
Bach Nursing 2003
Grad Dip Midwifery 2005
Grad Dip Nursing Sci. (Child, Family & Community) 2015

Prescribing in Midwifery- Endorsed Midwife 2025

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MY APPROACH

I offer a gentle, individualised approach where your parenting style and beliefs are central to the support planWith over 20 years of experience in midwifery and nursing, more than 10 years as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and as a mother of two myself, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my work. I’m delighted to share the knowledge gained from working with so many families to Mornington Peninsula Lactation, where I provide personalised Midwifery and Lactation Consulting tailored to help each family develop and achieve their own goals for feeding and parenting.

There’s no “one size fits all” when it comes to feeding and parenting. That’s why small, thoughtful adjustments—applied at the right time in the right way—can make a significant difference. Children deserve to have their experiences respected, and together we can decode their cues to improve the wellbeing of your baby and the whole family.

With a postgraduate qualification in child development and family health in the community, I’m well placed to support you through the tricky moments, the “is this normal?” questions, and the ever-evolving needs that go beyond the early weeks.

I now have prescribing rights and am a registered Medicare provider, which means I can offer a more comprehensive level of care. This allows me to support families with appropriate prescriptions when needed and provide eligible clients with Medicare rebates for certain services. It's an important step in being able to offer truly holistic support throughout your feeding and parenting journey.

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NOW WITH MEDICARE REBATES AVAILABLE IN THE FIRST 6 WEEKS AFTER BIRTH.

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Consultations

Antenatal consultation
in clinic

$160

(Medicare rebate $73.75+)

Antenatal Breastfeeding Preparation
(35–37 Weeks Gestation)

Prepare for your breastfeeding journey with confidence and clarity. In this session, Elspeth provides personalised support to help you feel informed and ready. Together, you’ll explore how breastfeeding works and what to expect in the early days, while learning comfortable, effective feeding positions that suit both you and your baby. There’s time to ask all your questions about newborn care and feeding, and you'll also receive guidance on useful equipment and supplies. Elspeth can support you with antenatal hand expressing and, if helpful, debrief any previous feeding experiences. This session is designed to offer reassurance, practical skills, and tailored advice as you prepare to welcome your baby.

Postnatal 0-6 weeks

in clinic

Initial consultation

$230

(Medicare rebate $108.40+)

Review consultation

$160

(Medicare rebate $108.40+)

Early Weeks

Focus on establishing a comfortable and effective latch. Take time to explore which positioning and techniques work best for both your body and your baby. Be open to trying different approaches to find what aligns with your baby’s needs and your family’s routine.

Get support for a wide range of infant feeding challenges and parenting transitions. Find help with nipple and breast pain, nipple damage, low milk supply or oversupply, and concerns about slow infant growth. Explore newborn behaviour and the emotional and practical adjustments that come with parenting. Support is also available for expressing and storing breastmilk, supplemental feeding, medical conditions affecting feeding, and navigating the transition from Special Care Nursery (SCN) to home life.

Child and Family Health over 6 weeks

in clinic

Initial consultation

$230

Review consultation

$160

Child and Family Health

Families with children older than 6 weeks to toddler

Elspeth frequently works with babies older than six weeks and is qualified to support you with feeding, parenting, growth, and development right up until your child starts school. Many families seek support around four months of age, especially with questions about starting solids. Elspeth has supported hundreds of families, including those continuing to breastfeed toddlers or navigating tandem feeding. When it’s time to finish up with breastfeeding, her sensitive guidance can make all the difference. You don’t have to do this alone. Whether you have a specific concern or simply feel unsure, Elspeth is here to offer professional support and reassurance. Please check with your private health insurer to see if rebates apply.