BirthWise is a grassroots movement of expectant and new parents and those who support them.
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Your Partner in Parenthood
About BirthWise
We connect, empower, inform, and support new parents; and campaign for continuous improvements in maternity care and other relevant services.
We are a values-based charity: integrity, transparency, excellence, equality, selflessness, and passion drive us in our work.
Meet the team
Members of our board and staff
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Samantha Mackie
Co-Chair
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Leslie Altic
Co-Chair
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Deirdre Lyle
Treasurer
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Emma Fraser
Antenatal Community Coordinator