The Goulburn Mums Club
Connection • Support • Education
A weekly space for local mums to connect, learn, reflect, and remember they're not doing motherhood alone.
Motherhood can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It can also be exhausting, overwhelming, isolating, and all-consuming.
The Goulburn Mums Club was created as a space where mums can step away from the demands of everyday life, connect with other local women, and spend time focusing on themselves for a change.
Whether you're looking for friendship, support, personal growth, or simply a reason to get out of the house and connect with other mums, we'd love to welcome you.
Are you a mum that's experiencing the following?
✔️You're new to the area and would love to make genuine friendships with other local mums
✔️ You spend so much time caring for everyone else that you've forgotten to make time for yourself
✔️ You miss having meaningful conversations and genuine adult connection
✔️ You're feeling lonely, disconnected, or looking for a community where you truly belong
✔️ You've been struggling with social anxiety or confidence and would like a safe, supportive way to connect with others
✔️ You often feel like you're carrying the mental load of motherhood alone
✔️ You're looking for meaningful things to do with a great group of local women
✔️ You're a new mum and would love to share the journey with women who understand
✔️ You want to prioritise your own wellbeing, personal growth, and happiness
✔️ You're looking for connection, support, encouragement, and friendship with women who simply get it
If you found yourself nodding along to even one or two of these, The Goulburn Mums Club was created with women like you in mind.
You don't need to be struggling.
You don't need to know anyone.
You don't need to be confident or outgoing.
You don't need to have it all figured out.
You simply need to come as you are.
What is The Goulburn Mums Club?
The Goulburn Mums Club is a weekly gathering for local mums who are looking for connection, support, personal growth, and community.
Each session explores a different topic relevant to motherhood, wellbeing, relationships, identity, family life, and the challenges many women face behind closed doors.
Sessions combine meaningful conversations, practical insights, guided reflection, and genuine connection with other local mums.
There is no membership and no long-term commitment.
Simply book the sessions that interest you and attend as often as you'd like.
Come for the topic.
Stay for the community.
What Happens At A Session?
Every session is designed to feel relaxed, welcoming, and easy to participate in.
Whether you're naturally outgoing or feeling nervous about attending for the first time, you'll be warmly welcomed.
Each session runs for around one hour.
1. Welcome & Connection
We begin with a simple icebreaker or conversation starter to help everyone settle in and get to know one another.
2. Weekly Theme
Each week focuses on a different topic relevant to motherhood, wellbeing, relationships, personal growth, or family life.
3. Guided Reflection
Through discussion, activities, prompts, or reflection exercises, you'll have an opportunity to explore the topic in a way that feels meaningful and practical.
There is never any pressure to share more than you're comfortable sharing.
4. Practical Takeaway
Each session finishes with a practical idea, strategy, challenge, or reflection to support you throughout the week.
5. Community
Most importantly, you'll spend time in a room full of women who understand that motherhood can be beautiful, messy, joyful, exhausting, rewarding, and incredibly hard - all at the same time.
What Topics Do We Discuss?
Some examples could be:
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The Mental Load of Motherhood
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Mum Guilt
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Making Mum Friends as an Adult
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Boundaries Without Guilt
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Burnout and Overwhelm
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Rediscovering Yourself Beyond Motherhood
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Perfectionism
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Self-Care That Actually Works
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Raising Emotionally Healthy Children
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ADHD and Motherhood
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Managing Anxiety
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Relationships After Children
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Letting Go of Comparison
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Confidence and Self-Worth
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Finding Joy Again
This Is For You If...
This group might be exactly what you're looking for if:
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You'd love to meet other local mums
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You often feel like you're carrying everything yourself
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You miss meaningful adult conversation
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You want a reason to leave the house and do something for you
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You feel overwhelmed by the mental load of motherhood
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You enjoy learning, reflecting, and growing
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You want practical tools to support your wellbeing
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You sometimes feel lonely, even when surrounded by people
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You'd like to feel more connected to yourself again
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You want friendships with women who genuinely understand what motherhood looks like
About Your Facilitator
Hi, I'm Claire.
I'm an accredited counsellor, the founder of Oakstead Therapy, and a local mum myself.
I work with women, mothers, couples, and families every day, supporting them through challenges such as anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, relationship difficulties, identity shifts, parenting challenges, and major life transitions.
While counselling can be incredibly valuable, I've also seen firsthand how powerful connection and community can be.
Sometimes what we need most is a room full of people who understand.
People who reassure us that we're not the only ones feeling this way.
People who remind us that we're doing better than we think.
I created The Goulburn Mums Club to provide a space where local mums can connection, learn, reflection, and feel supported.
My goal isn't to teach you how to be a parent.
My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, understood, encouraged, and reminded that you're not alone.
Practical Details
Group Environment
Sessions are intentionally kept small to encourage connection, conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Flexible Attendance
There is no membership and no lock-in commitment. Attend the sessions that interest you.
Casual & Welcoming
Come exactly as you are. No pressure. No expectations. No judgement.
Bookings Essential
Places are limited to ensure every participant has the opportunity to engage comfortably.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to attend every week?
No. The Goulburn Mums Club is designed to be flexible. You can attend as often or as little as you'd like.
Is this group therapy?
No. While sessions are facilitated by a qualified counsellor and include reflection and discussion, this is not group therapy and is not intended to replace individual counselling.
Can I come on my own?
Absolutely. Come by yourself, bring a friend, meet new people. Whatever you are comfortable with.
What if I'm shy?
That's completely okay. There is never any pressure to speak, share personal information, or participate beyond your comfort level.
Will I have to share personal details?
No. You are always in control of how much or how little you choose to share.
Is there a membership?
No. Simply book the sessions that interest you.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes. If you need to bring your kids along with you, you are more than welcome.
How much does it cost?
Each session is $25 per person.