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Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness

2/68 Clarence St, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

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About Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness

Thrive Health was founded to help people thrive, not just survive. They provide fully individualised clinical services informed by thorough assessments to identify and achieve client goals, working with clients on improving function or skills for optimal play, learning, sleeping, eating, drinking and brain function. Their team includes Allied Health Professionals and Support Staff committed to evidence-based, science-informed practice with a compassionate, client-centred approach.

What's offered

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Services provided

Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness lists

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Physical therapy exercises designed to improve breathing, bite, and positioning of the mouth, face, throat and breathing muscles. Addresses tongue ties, lip ties, cheek ties, swallowing, dribbling, snoring, and sleep-disordered breathing.
Sleep Issues & Optimal Breathing
Support for sleep quality and quantity, neuroscience-based approaches, and breathing retraining for issues including snoring, sleep disruption, and sleep-disordered breathing.
Gut Health, Food Allergies & Eating Skills
Integrative nutrition support, assessment of food allergies and intolerances, gut health and IBS management, reflux support, and picky eating intervention.
NDIS, School & Learning Supports
NDIS and Early Childhood & Development Assessment services for learning and developmental support.
Lactation, Breastfeeding & Bottle Feeding
Advanced Holistic IBCLC Lactation Consultant services supporting breastfeeding, bottle feeding, weaning, and feeding-related issues including tongue tie assessment and management.
Speech Therapy
Speech pathology services for communication and swallowing concerns.

Get to know Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness

From Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness's website.

  • Our approach

    Thrive Health takes an evidence-based, individualised approach to each child and family. Sessions are informed by thorough assessments designed to identify and achieve your goals, whether that's improving sleep, eating, breathing, learning or regulation. The team draws on meticulous, science-based research sourced from around the world and stays committed to ongoing learning and the latest practice advances. Sessions focus on practical problem-solving delivered with compassion and care, prioritising your family's real-life needs and goals rather than taking the easiest path. Your lived experience is listened to and valued throughout the process.

  • Working with families

    Thrive Health prioritises open communication and partnership with parents and carers throughout your child's care. The team listens to your lived experience without judgement and makes space for your real-life needs and concerns. They will collaborate with your other healthcare providers to create the best care plan for your family's goals. The team is also available to discuss any referrals to their network of expert practitioners and will only recommend services that are well-matched to your individual needs.

  • Meet the team

    Thrive Health's multidisciplinary team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapists, Feeding Therapists, an Integrative Nutritionist, Early Childhood Educators, Postpartum Doulas, and Advanced Holistic IBCLC Lactation Consultants, supported by Allied Health Assistants. The team are committed lifelong learners who have studied around the world, presented at international conferences, published as authors, and mentor student practitioners. They combine deep expertise across feeding, breathing, sleep, oral function, nutrition, development and behaviour to provide comprehensive, collaborative care for your family.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness a registered NDIS provider?

Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness provide?

Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Early Intervention.

Which areas does Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness cover?

Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness is based in Port Macquarie, NSW.

How do I connect with Thrive Health, Lactation & Wellness?

You can call +61 412 596 216, email them and visit their website.

Do I need a referral to see a speech pathologist?

No referral is needed to see one privately. You only need a GP referral if you want to access Medicare rebates or are going through certain funded pathways.

Is speech therapy covered by the NDIS?

It can be, usually under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living, if it aligns with your child's plan goals. Check your plan or ask your support coordinator.

At what age should we see a speech pathologist?

There's no "too early." If you have concerns about your child's talking or understanding at any age, an assessment can clarify whether support would help.

How long are sessions and how many will we need?

Session length varies between clinics and services, so check it with the provider when you book. The number depends on your child's goals; the pathologist will recommend a plan after the initial assessment.

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