Say hello to our Peachy Team!
Our online community…
While online support has not always been Peach Tree’s preferred support option to-date (we’ve always valued traditional face-to-face options), we know how important keeping everyone connected is during these times of social change. To read Peach Tree’s full statement re: COVID-19 and/or additional resources, please click on the links below:
COVID-19: PEACH TREE STATEMENT
COVID-19: Information resources for parents and families
GENERAL: Information resources for parents and families
In addition, please feel free to explore the below online and telephone support options we have developed to ensure everyone who needs support is able to receive it – comfortably and compassionately. While we know such services will never replace face-to-face connection, in times such as these they play an extremely important role in making sure our “physical distancing” efforts also provide an avenue for perinatal wellbeing support and positive conversations!
“Authentic connection is why we are here… It is what brings joy and meaning to our lives.”
– Brene Brown
Websites:
Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA)
Call: 1300 726 306
Call: 1300 22 4636
Call: 13 11 14
Online Tips & Hints
Additional support
First time ZOOM APP user
1. Find your meeting name, click on meeting
2. IF YOU HAVE ZOOM:
Click on: “Open Zoom”
3. IF YOU DON’T HAVE ZOOM:
Click on: “Download and run Zoom”
4. Click on: Zoom exe. file (bottom left-hand corner), follow instructions.
5. Click on: “Join meeting”
Microphone & Audio
It is important all Mums please access ZOOM via laptop or desktop computer if possible. The quality of connection is much better than by mobile phone. Ensure audio and microphone options are connected, then turn microphone to MUTE, this prevents background noise form interfering while others are speaking.
"Welcome" survey
It’s really important for us to get to know you and ensure all of the information required for our sessions can be explained. Please take the time to fill in our “Welcome Survey” before commencing your group:
Safe and respectful space
Peach Tree values safe and compassionate group spaces, be they face-to-face or online. Please show your fellow Mummas the same care and sensitivity you would anyone experiencing a difficult time… We are all in this together! For more information, please read our “Atmosphere Guide“
“Just Peachy” Peer Support
Given our need for ongoing connection with our families, we wanted to maintain an opportunity for mums to come together and “check-in” with one another. More than ever, we need to take care of ourselves and our emotional wellbeing! So please join us for a daily Zoom chat and coffee – let’s keep our village strong!
OPEN GROUP (free) FOR MUMS
For any mums currently experiencing parenting and emotional wellbeing challenges.
ZOOM note: To join your group, click on the time of your preferred day. Please try to join your meeting on a laptop or desktop computer for better quality connection.
Peach Tree Perinatal Wellness respectfully and wholeheartedly acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our families, staff, volunteers and Board work, gather and connect. We pay respect to the First Nations People and their Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their ongoing spiritual connection and relationship to this country’s land, waters, winds and community. We are honoured to journey with the First Australians on the path to healing and reconciliation.
Peach Tree Perinatal Wellness respectfully and wholeheartedly acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our families, staff, volunteers and Board work, gather and connect. We pay respect to the First Nations People and their Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their ongoing spiritual connection and relationship to this country’s land, waters, winds and community. We are honoured to journey with the First Australians on the path to healing and reconciliation.