Meet the Team
Amanda Potter - Founder and Director (Mackay, QLD)
I am a mum of two girls, Sarah and Georgie, and a wife of 7 years. I am studying a Bachelor of Nursing, and am also diagnosed AuDHD and schizoaffective (bipolar type). I am passionate about supporting autistic women through pregnancy, and prevention of psychosis in the perinatal period. I suffered from perinatal depression, anxiety and psychosis, and I spent a cumulative total of 6 weeks in a mother-baby psych unit and a 3 day section whilst 34 weeks pregnant. My goal is to connect women with supports and encourage sleep preservation in order to prevent or lessen the impact of perinatal disorders on the mother.
Courtney Simpson - Exec. Board Member (Mackay, QLD)
I am a mum of two IVF twins along with my wife, I am also a registered nurse specialising in fertility. I didn't realise that non-carrying parents could suffer from postnatal depression until it happened to me. I am passionate about same-sex couple parents, IVF parents and helping them navigate through their perinatal mental health journey.
Alison Verheyen - Exec. Board Member (Mackay, QLD)
I am mum to a beautiful girl, Alaina, who is diagnosed with autism. I am undiagnosed ADHD and wife to Wendell who I've been with for over 13 years. I am an enrolled nurse. I was diagnosed with postnatal depression after a really rough pregnancy and birth. I am very passionate about helping other mums in one of the most vulnerable times of their lives, as well as supporting mothers with their mental health who already have children with extra needs.
Maria Cutajar - Exec. Board Member (Mackay, QLD)
Mum of 3 beautiful boys including twins - 10 year IVF journey, and one surprise. As an older parent suffered severe PND and mental health issues throughout pregnancy and beyond. Teacher and strong advocate for perinatal health in women of all ages. There is light at the end of the tunnel so don't ever feel like you will be stuck in this mental space forever, you will heal and grow and life will be amazing.
Hayley Mietzel - Exec. Board Member (Mackay, QLD)
My name is Hayley and I'm a mum to a 4 year old boy and 1 year old twin girls who were conceived via assisted reproductive treatment (ART) and live with my partner of almost 10 years. I experienced severe PND/PTSD in 2021 and then a high risk pregnancy in 2024 resulting in premature birth. I am passionate about supporting women who are experiencing pregnancy or postnatal mental health conditions.
