Born in the Scottish city of Glasgow, Dr Karen came to Melbourne as a child, but she hasn’t completely lost her accent.

As an obstetrician, Dr Karen is dedicated to providing the best obstetric care for her patients throughout pregnancy, birth and in the first few weeks of newborn life. As a mother of two young children (now teenagers) who were born with the help of IVF, Dr Karen is able to share practical tips from her own experiences of pregnancy and birth, as well as share her delight in parenting babies and toddlers.

Dr Karen believes every woman deserves to feel supported, informed, and confident throughout her pregnancy, birth, and recovery. Pregnancy care with Dr Karen goes beyond the standard model. In addition to her own attentive and unhurried consultations – where extra time is allowed to ensure all your questions are answered – your care includes:

– Four dedicated midwife appointments for pregnancy and birth education and support, including personalised preparation for breastfeeding.

– Two educational physiotherapy telehealth sessions, focused on understanding and supporting the physical changes of pregnancy and providing guidance for recovery after birth.

This comprehensive approach ensures you are thoroughly prepared for birth – whether vaginal or caesarean – and supported through the transition into motherhood. Dr Karen is committed to empowering women with the knowledge, reassurance, and care they need to feel confident at every stage of their journey.