NEST

NEST recently, celebrated the 2023 End Of Year Function on the rooftop of Fonda in Windsor!

The miserable weather didn’t dampen our spirits and a fantastic evening was had by all to top off another incredible year of serving our community!!!

Following on from our earlier post, concerning NEST’s support of the Jewish people in our local community, we wish to make a couple of clarifying points.

There has been some confusion over the visual depiction and sentiment of the copy that was used. We thank those who provided feedback on the post as well as those who privately messaged us.

Firstly, it should be absolutely clear that to the contrary of some people’s impression of the previous image used, NEST is in no way whatsoever antisemitic. Quite the contrary! Sorry also to those in the community who found the image somewhat triggering. 

We also want to make it absolutely clear that NEST does not tolerate racial discrimination of any nature, including antisemitism, Islamophobia, or any other religious, cultural, ethnic, or gender related intolerance in any way shape or form and we welcome all members of our beautiful multicultural and multiethnic community to our clinic!

It just so happens that NEST has a significant number of Jewish patients who have recently been absolutely shaken to their core owing to the many race-related hate crimes directed at them in the streets surrounding our clinic. We felt that it was particularly important at this time for them to feel our unequivocal support. This support, however, most certainly does not come at the expense of NEST caring for all members of its community, regardless of their background.

I hope that clarifies our stance on racism to the satisfaction of our entire community!

May we see peace in all regions of the world in the very near future…

In the setting of an unprecedented surge in antisemitism that has echoes of the darkest times of humanity with the Holocaust, NEST wishes for its significant Jewish community to know that we stand with you. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE know you have the support of your NEST family…

It’s Birth Trauma Awareness Week this week. Check out these quick facts 👇

NEST GPs and specialist services are available to provide help and support.

Thank you to NEST Paediatrician Dr Jenny Gregor who presented at NEST’s Grand Round during the week!

We were treated to an interesting presentation on childhood skin manifestations of disease, congenital abnormalities and syndromes. It was great to refresh and update on this topic!

We love the multidisciplinary model of health care and learning at NEST!

In case your forecast is a little cloudy here are some ideas to help you feel a bit brighter 🌈☀️

Happy long weekend everyone! 👑👑👑

A reminder that NEST is open today from 9am to 1pm! ✨✨✨

Mindful Monday on Tuesday (..and every day of the week!) 😉🧘‍♀️

Boundaries! A reminder that it’s ok to protect our energy and prioritise ourselves and our time ✨💖

Wise words! Gratitude is one of the pillars of resilience and harnessing it during difficult times is what helps get us through it! ✨💖

Not always easy to do but oh so liberating when we stop investing energy in what others think of us! ✨💖

This week saw the end of an era with the inimitable Annabel, finishing up with our reception team after more than six years.

She is going on to serve the community on a larger scale, and we are so proud of the remarkable person she has become!

I’m fine, it’s just….

Who can relate to this? 🤔 It’s so common for multiple variables to impact our wellbeing as we endeavour to juggle all the balls! Sometimes we need to pause and take stock of where we’re at and fit in what we need… which is usually a moment to breathe!

It really is about the simple things!! 😴☕️

Happy Mother’s Day from the team at NEST!! ✨💖

Today is International Nurses Day! 🩺

We would like to thank the wonderful Nursing team at NEST for their expert care of our patients and their support of our doctors!

Anne and Carla - we appreciate all that you do for us! ✨💖

✨ Mindful Monday ✨

Let’s be mindful of how we think and view ourselves. Sometimes there’s an alternative way to frame our thoughts, especially when such thoughts are negative, counterproductive and don’t entirely reflect reality.

Reframing our thoughts to reflect more realistic appraisals of ourselves and our circumstances goes a long way to enhancing our mood and emotional wellbeing.

Happy new week everyone! 💗🌸

Meet NEST Psychiatrist Dr Celeste Hoopmann!

Celeste specialises in all aspects of perinatal psychiatry. From pre-conception to pregnancy and the post part period and beyond, Celeste offers comprehensive assessment and management.

Refer to see our Q&A with Celeste below! 👇

🧘‍♀️ Mindful Monday 🧘‍♀️

Here are some very simple mindful ways to fill your cup and nurture your emotional wellbeing. Even 5 minutes a day will make a difference! 🌼💛☀️

NEST welcomes Psychologist Melissa Moss to the team!

Melissa is an experienced Psychologist with special interest in anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues (self and others), pre/ post-natal depression, perinatal and parenting issues, and emotional dysregulation.

Check out our Q&A with Melissa 👇

Melissa works Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. If you would like to see Melissa, you will need a referral in the form of a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.

ANZAC Day 2023: Lest We Forget 🌺

A reminder that NEST is OPEN today from 9am to 1pm

Today NEST had its three yearly accreditation visit and passed with flying colours! To be told that NEST is “the model for all clinics” is nothing short of remarkable…

There are so many people to thank for helping us achieve this accolade, and more importantly, providing a model of care that is exemplary.

However, at the end of the day, organisations are only as good as its leaders and both our Operations Manager and Practice Manager need to be especially thanked for guiding our clinical and administration team so positively!

We can’t thank Clare and Nas enough!

Meet NEST Dietitian and Lactation Consultant Nicole Bando!

Check out our Q&A with Nicole! 👇

We’re all for those positive vibes! 🌈✨💖

Meet NEST Psychologist Alison Munoz!

Alison is an experienced Psychologist with a special interest in working with women, men and couples across the perinatal period and beyond.

In addition to experience in a number of therapeutic modalities for individual psychological work, Alison is also trained in the Gottman Method (Level 1) of couples therapy.

Check out our Q&A with Alison! 👇

For appointments to see Alison you will require a referral (Mental Health Care Plan) from your GP.

Happy Easter to all who celebrate from the team at NEST! 🐰🐣✨💖

✨To those who celebrate it, Happy Passover! Chag Sameach from the team at NEST! ✨

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Easter long weekend! ✨💖

Our opening hours over the long weekend are:
Friday 7th April: 9am - 1pm
Saturday 8th April: 9am - 1pm
Sunday 9th April: Closed
Monday 10th April: 9am - 1pm

** Please note that public holiday fees apply over this period

Meet one of our wonderful NEST GPs, Dr Sandi Briglia! 🩺

Dr Briglia enjoys a broad scope of general practice with particular focus on preventative health care. Her special interests include women’s health (especially during the perinatal period), child and adolescent health, and sexual health.

Dr Briglia works at NEST on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and appointments can be booked online!

We couldn’t love this more!! ✨💖

A reminder to set your clocks back an hour tonight as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end! We hope you get to enjoy the extra hour of sleep! ⏰❄️

NEST warmly welcomes Psychiatrist Dr Michael Batt to the team!

Michael is a Perinatal Psychiatrist with special interest in supporting the transition to pregnancy and parenting, fertility challenges and pregnancy loss and grief. He also has an interest in exploring and understanding how intergenerational attachment can impact an individual’s parenting experience.

Refer to the comments section below for our Q&A with Michael!