Naomi Hull, RN, MPH (Nutrition), Cert IV Breastfeeding Education (Counselling), International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
Hi, I am Naomi and have been working with women and their families for over two decades in the Ashgrove area and have been an IBCLC since 2010. I have two kids who are now young adults, a Rhodesian Ridgeback and 7 chickens. I believe all women and their families deserve to have the support they need and access to evidence-based correct information.
When I was a new mum myself, I discovered that having information from a consistent and trusted source made all the difference. Which is why I love meeting women when they are still pregnant to check they have the information they need to get off to a great start.
I am committed to help breastfeeding mums solve any issues they may be having, whether it is sore nipples/breasts, introduction of solids, unsettled babies, returning to work, or positioning and attachment, and more. With the myriad of information out there, you might even want to just check in and get reassurance that everything is on the right track.
I am available Monday – Thursday in the clinic. Online consults can be arranged after an initial consultation.
Naomi is a member of the following professional organisations –
Lactation Consultants of Australia and New Zealand https://www.lcanz.org/
International Lactation Consultant Association https://ilca.org/
Australian Breastfeeding Association https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/
World Breastfeeding Trends Initiative (WBTi) Australia https://wbtiaus.com/
Infant and Toddler Foods Research Alliance https://www.infanttoddlerfoods.com/
Public Health Association of Australia https://www.phaa.net.au/
Women in Public Health https://wph.org.au/
Naomi sits on the ‘Guidelines Leadership Group’ for Living Evidence for Australian Pregnancy and Postnatal Care (LEAPP) https://livingevidence.org.au/living-guidelines/leapp/
Naomi attends conferences frequently throughout the year to ensure her knowledge and practice are up to date and is sometimes an invited speaker.
Jessica Bartlett, Certified Practising Paediatric Speech Pathologist
Jessica is a dedicated paediatric speech pathologist who is passionate about helping children develop strong communication skills. She enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities, supporting their speech, language, and literacy development in a fun and engaging way.
Jessica graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) and values a family-centred approach, ensuring therapy is tailored to each child's unique needs while empowering parents with the tools and strategies to support their child's progress.
Jessica is available for appointments at the Ashgrove clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 7 am and 5 pm.
Rachel Suetani, Certified Practising Paediatric Speech Pathologist
Rachel is a paediatric speech pathologist with special interests in early childhood language, early literacy, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She obtained her Masters of Speech Pathology from the University of Queensland and is a Certified Practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia.
Rachel has a background as a researcher in human genetics. After many years in this field, she recognised a desire to transition to a career where she could more directly impact individuals’ day to day lives, particularly children. Through her prior training, she recognises the importance of evidence-based practice in planning and delivering therapy for her clients. Additionally, she is a strong proponent of family centred care and the important roles that families play in their children's communication development.
Rachel is available to see clients in our Ashgrove clinic on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between 8am - 4.15pm.
Alice Greenwood, Certified Practising Paediatric Speech Pathologist & International Board Certified Lactation Consultant & Orofacial Myologist
Alice is passionate about providing holistic, family-centred therapy. Alice enjoys working with babies and children with feeding and communication difficulties. She believes it is important to build trust and have fun during therapy sessions, helping children to reach their full potential. Alice has a particular interest in working with neurodiverse children and helping them to understand the strengths of their neurotype.
Alice is currently only seeing clients via Zoom telehealth.
Alice completed her Master of Speech Pathology at Charles Sturt University, is a
Certified Practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and a
member of Lactation Consultants of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ).
Alice has completed the following additional training -
- Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, 2023
- Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) with Distinction: Queensland
University of Technology, 2011
- SOS Approach to Feeding, 2022
- Infant Feeding Foundations Workshop: Babble and Munch, 2022
- Certificate IV in Breastfeeding Education: Australian Breastfeeding
Association, 2018
- Story Champs Language (Narrative) Intervention, 2023
- Sounds Write, 2023
- Yellow Ladybugs Conference, 2023
- Reframing Autism Conference: Innovations in Autism Education; Neuroinclusive, neuroaffirming schooling 2023
Ali Burmeister, Certified Practising Paediatric Speech Pathologist
Ali is a passionate and experienced Speech Pathologist dedicated to helping families and their little people. She has been a Paediatric Speech Pathologist since 1996 and is experienced in a wide range of clinical areas. Her specific interests include working with babies and children with feeding difficulties, autism, complex language and speech sound disorders. Ali understands that every child and family is different. She is flexible in her approach and particularly enjoys getting to understand families and tailoring treatment to achieve the best outcomes.
Ali graduated from the University of Queensland in 1995. She has worked abroad and in various locations around Australia. She enjoys working both in the hospital environment and working in the community.
Ali is trained in a range of approaches including:
- SOFFI Method
- SOS Approach to Feeding: Basic and advanced courses
- ARFID Masterclass - the anxious eater
- ADOS Assessments (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
- PROMPT (Prompts for restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
- Hanen Programs: It Takes Two to Talk, More than Words, Learning Language and Loving It, ABC and beyond.
- Cracking the ABC code - literacy program
In her spare time, Ali enjoys swimming, cooking and "hanging" with her three teenage children and deciphering 'teen-speak'.
Ali is available to see clients in clinic on Fridays.
Jessica Hajdu, Director, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist & International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Jess Hajdu is a paediatric speech pathologist with a special focus on infant and paediatric feeding difficulties as well as communication development across 0-12 years of age. Jess completed a 4 year Bachelor of Speech Pathology degree at the University of Queensland in 2009 and has been supporting children and their families for the past 13 years. She is also an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and enjoys helping families gain knoweldge in infant breastfeeding and bottle feeding. Jess has worked as a Paediatric Speech Pathologist helping babies and children with communication and feeding difficulties in a variety of public settings over the past 13 years in both Australia and the UK. Jessica continues to maintain her public health position while building Sound Beginnings Allied Health.
Jess is currently on maternity leave with her second child.
Jessica is a Certified Practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) and member of Lactation Consultants of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ).
Jessica is trained in a range of approaches which form part of her therapy tool box -
- Neurodiversity Affirming approaches to social skills and feeding challenges
- Sounds Write Phonics - for literacy tuition
- PROMPT (PROMPTS for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
- ADOS Assessment (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
- Hanen It Takes Two to Talk and More than Words
- Gestalt Language Processing
- SOS Approach to Feeding Basic and Advanced Courses
- SOFFI Method: Successful Oral Feeding in Fragile Infants
- ARFID - the Anxious Eater
Amy McKitrick, Speech Pathologist
Amy is a Speech Pathologist working at Sound Beginnings on Saturdays.
Emilia Kerr, Allied Health Assistant
Emilia is a Speech Pathology student at the University of Queensland. With over three years of practical experience working with paediatric clients, Emilia has developed a genuine passion for helping children!
Emilia is available on Thursday and Saturday in the clinic or in your home, daycare or school.
Lia McTaggart, Allied Health Assistant
Lia is a Speech Pathology student at ACU.
Lia is available on Tuesday and Sunday in the clinic or in your home, daycare or school.
Freja Johansen, Allied Health Assistant & Admin Assistant
Freja is a speech pathology student.
Freja is available on Tuesdays.
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