Welcome to CAPEA
Welcome to CAPEA – Childbirth and Parenting Educators of Australia. We are a voluntary, professional association supporting Australian childbirth and parenting educators from diverse backgrounds as they strive to provide high-quality, accessible, and responsive education to women and their families during pregnancy and early parenthood.
Our vision is clear: “Every Family Thriving”. We support educators to feel empowered through structured training, resources, and professional development, enabling them to positively impact Australian families
Our members come from diverse professional backgrounds across Australia, including but not limited to midwives, child and family health nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, independent educators, doulas, social workers, psychologists, yoga, Calmbirth® and Hypnobirthing practitioners, and general practitioners.
Our Offerings
- National Standards
- Structured Training and Professional Development
- Certification Services
- Networking and Community Membership
- Evidence-Based Resources and Research
What our members say about CAPEA
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Have you submitted your Abstract for the CAPEA 2025 National Conference yet? Submissions are open now and close 15 June. This is a great opportunity to contribute a workshop or oral presentation relating to our conference themes. Visit our website www.capeaconference.com.au/abstracts to find out more.
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Hear from a range of presenters at our CAPEA Professional Development Day “Sharing Super Skills”. This is sure to be a great day of education sharing, held on 17 May at Westmead Hospital Education & Conference Centre. Book now at www.trybooking.com/DAMII
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Here is a handy guide in images on what care to expect week by week during pregnancy, from Pregnancy Birth and Baby.
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COVID-19 restrictions have presented many challenges to educators and expectant parents. The good news is that many innovations are helping to overcome the barriers. See our COVID-19 message to educators and expectant parents.
