About Laura
Laura Lushington is a holistic postpartum doula and women’s wellness practitioner devoted to honouring the mother through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and life’s sacred transitions. Her work supports women to feel held, embodied, and deeply supported as they cross one of the most profound thresholds of their lives — motherhood.
Laura is based in Brisbane, QLD and offers in-person services within the surrounding areas. Selected services, events, and group offerings may also be available more broadly.
If you’re unsure whether Laura services your area, you’re warmly invited to reach out.
A Journey Rooted in Care, Movement & Wellbeing
Laura’s professional journey began in Dance Education, where she worked closely with young women and witnessed firsthand the powerful connection between movement, emotional wellbeing, and self-expression. Wellbeing was always central to her work, and her teaching naturally extended beyond movement alone.
She wove practices such as meditation, journalling, and sound healing into her classes, creating spaces where women felt supported not only physically, but emotionally and mentally. Meeting women exactly where they were with compassion and presence, became the foundation of her approach.
Motherhood & the Postpartum Rite of Passage
Stepping into motherhood herself marked a profound shift in Laura’s path. Becoming a mother deepened her understanding of how vulnerable, transformative, and deeply impactful the postpartum season can be.
Laura believes the weeks and months after birth are a sacred rite of passage. One that deserves time, care, and support. When mothers are held during this season, they are better able to rest, heal, and integrate the experience of birth while finding their footing in motherhood.
This belief now sits at the heart of her work.
Laura supports women exclusively through the postpartum period, offering care that is practical, emotional, and somatic. Her approach is calm, respectful, deeply nurturing and centred on presence rather than pressure.
Through in-home postpartum visits, group offerings, ceremonies, and body-based practices, Laura holds space for mothers to rest, recover, and reconnect with themselves during this tender time.
Every offering is guided by the intention to honour the mother, her healing, and her lived experience.
Holistic & Birth Work Training
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Postpartum Mentorship with Carla Sage Birth Worker
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Closing of the Bones Ceremony Training
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Zenthai Shiatsu Massage — Level 1
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Womb Massage Training (coming soon)
Qualifications
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Bachelor of Dance
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Master of Teaching
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Crystal Sound Bowl Training
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Reiki — Level 1
Laura continues to deepen her knowledge and skills to ensure her work remains informed, respectful, and supportive of women’s evolving needs.
Words from Mothers
“I highly recommend Laura’s passion for the postpartum stage and her ability to bring lightness and ease to new motherhood. She is a huge asset if you are in this chapter, but also for anyone looking for a steady hand to help recharge the body and mind”
Step 1 - We Connect
We begin with a relaxed coffee catch-up to connect, ask questions, and feel into alignment. Partners and older children are welcome, they’re part of the postpartum picture too.
Usually in the second trimester, but can happen anytime.
Step 2 - Postpartum Planning
An in-home planning session where we explore how birth impacts the mind, body, and soul, and create a supportive postpartum plan. Loved ones involved in your care are encouraged to attend.
Includes access to resources and preparation materials.
Step 3 - Final Prenatal Visit
A one-on-one prenatal visit to strengthen connection and ensure you feel prepared.
Includes a lovingly curated postpartum care package with nourishing and practical essentials.
Optional - Mothers Blessings
A beautiful pre-natal ceremony to honour you and activate your support community. A day of love, witnessing, and encouragement as you approach birth.
Step 4 - Postpartum Home Visits
Once your baby arrives, I visit you at home weekly for 4–8 weeks (depending on package).
Visits are flexible and guided by your needs supporting your healing, rest, and transition into motherhood.
Step 4 - Closing of the Bones
Included in the Sacred Container package, this restorative postpartum ceremony honours the completion of your birth journey and supports grounding and integration.