The development of humans from birth, to childhood, to adolescence is an ever-changing journey. While these years can be filled with play, laughter and learning, life can throw curveballs and create challenging circumstances which require developmentally appropriate explanation, support and empowerment.

That’s where I come in!

My name is Faiza and I am a certified child life specialist! What’s that you ask? Child life specialists are healthcare professionals who work with infants, children, teens and families in various capacities. Using a family-centered framework, we provide therapeutic play, procedural preparation, and education to reduce fear, anxiety and pain. In the hospital, I can be seen helping children cope with blood work and vaccines, explaining a new diagnosis, connecting siblings during hospitalization, and providing memory making activities during end-of life.

I completed my undergraduate program in Early Childhood Studies at the University of Guelph-Humber. I also have a masters in Child Life and Paediatric Psychosocial Care from McMasterU. Since then, I got my certification, started working at Sick Kids and supported the Michael Garron Paediatric Vaccine clinic. When I’m not at work, you’ll find me and my toddler playing with pop-its, bubbles and chasing one another at the park!

My passion is to bring child life into the community to provide your child with a safe and empowering space. Child life at the WOMB can look like (but not limited to):

Preparing a sibling for a new baby in the house or in the NICU Providing support for needle fear and anxiety Supporting children through an upcoming procedure or experience (surgery, hospital admission, home birth) Developmentally appropriate explanation of new diagnosis’ Memory making and celebration of life activities Learning about attachment and strategies to promote healthy bonding End of life support Grief and loss activities for loved ones (including pets!)

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Anita is an international board certified lactation consultant, lactation educator and a member of CAPPA Canada. Anita’s aim is to help mothers reach their breastfeeding goals in a non-judgmental, accepting and natural approach. She volunteers her time with the Halton Breastfeeding Connection both as a volunteer for mother-to-mother support and with the Advisory Committee while also committing her time as Treasurer for the Halton Baby Friendly Initiative. She is a graduate of the Breastfeeding Program at Mohawk College where she also teaches Advanced Breastfeeding Practice.

Anita has her MBA and previously worked in the business world until the birth of her children. She found her passion for breastfeeding at that time and decided to make it a career. In additional to also working at a private clinic in Burlington, Anita enjoys an active lifestyle, baking and spending time with her family. Anita lives in Oakville with her supportive husband and her 2 wonderful children.

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Concetta has a Master of Science degree in Physiotherapy and a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. During her undergraduate degree, she gained experience teaching group classes in Restorative Pilates and also worked as a research assistant in a women’s cardiovascular health lab. Concetta completed clinical placements in pelvic health and pediatrics at Guelph Women’s Health Associates and SMILE Therapy for Kids. She is interested in continuing her education in orthopaedics and pelvic health with a special interest in perinatal care. Concetta practices with a biopsychosocial approach and strives to engage patients as active team players in their care. She is committed to working collaboratively with patients to help them achieve their goals and get back to the activities that are most meaningful to them. Concetta currently holds the position as student representative for the Pelvic and Reproductive Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Through her position, she advocates for increasing awareness and access to pelvic health physiotherapy. She has organized webinars with guest speakers in this field to facilitate lifelong learning in the physiotherapy profession. In her spare time, Concetta enjoys reading, baking, jewellery-making, staying active and practicing Pilates.

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Nickie has been working and teaching in the fitness industry for over 10 years. She is a certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor and Yoga teacher. She has a Bsc in Kinesiology and a Postgraduate Certificate in Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management. She also has additional certifications in Pre and Postnatal for both Yoga and fitness. She believes that no matter where you start on your fitness and wellness journey she can help you meet your goals. Her focus has always been on training women to create sustainable exercise goals and routines to keep clients healthy and fit through all stages of life. Nickie enjoys staying active with a variety activities including hiking the Bruce Trail, Yoga and Pickleball.

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In 1986 Cathy graduated with an Honours Degree in Kinesiology at University of Waterloo. In the years that followed, she furthered her knowledge gaining certifications as a Massage Therapist , NASM Personal Trainer , Certified Fitness Appraiser and Fitness /Spinning / Pilates Instructor.

Her work experience included various settings: • as a Rehabilitation Kinesiologist in private physiotherapy clinics, • as a Fitness Director at a Tennis and Racquet Clubs, • Freelance Personal Trainer, • and as a Massage Therapist and owner of Living Fit a Spinning and Pilates studio.

After years of helping people of all ages recover their ability to move better and improve their health Cathy expanded her skills and knowledge and studied the art of Osteopathy at the CAO in Hamilton and graduated as a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner in 2013. Cathy’s post graduate studies have focused on Pain management, Post Traumatic Stress, and Paediatrics. Combining a passive and active approach Cathy has created a treatment approach that is unique. Using her sensitivity of touch as an Osteopathic Practitioner with over 20 years of teaching movement Cathy’s approaches her work with integrity and reverence to the wholeness of each patient.

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Jennifer has been a Registered Massage Therapist since the year 2000 and has worked closely with many health care professionals to assist clients in finding the treatments that will be most effective in their healing process. Jennifer uses Swedish massage, myofascial and lymph drainage techniques, as well as trigger point therapy and is comfortable treating individuals from infants through to aging adults with special attention to treating stress and tension-related symptoms, pregnancy and post-natal discomfort, sports injuries, work-related injuries, Motor Vehicle Accident recovery and other health concerns.

Jennifer trained at Canadian Therapeutic College in Burlington and is a certified dance teacher and outdoor enthusiast in her spare time. She has also completed a Bachelors degree in Biblical Studies and Counselling at Emmanuel Bible College in Kitchener.

Jennifer most loves to spend time with her husband and two young sons hiking and camping.

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Diana completed her Master of Science Degree in Physiotherapy at Queen’s University in 2011 after completing a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Kinesiology from York University.

Diana discovered her passion for working with children while in school and since graduating has worked in Pediatrics. During this time she pursued additional training focusing primarily on the assessment of children’s development and Pediatric treatment strategies. She has spent her career assessing and treating children aged newborn to 18 years for various conditions including Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, Cerebral Palsy and a variety of other movement disorders, acute Neurological Disorders, Genetic Disorders, Toe Walking, Low Muscle Tone and strength imbalances.

Diana uses a family centered approach that is play-based and consists of hands-on therapy, parent coaching, individualized home programming and education. She believes that the most important piece to treatment is the knowledge a family has around their child’s needs. Her goal is to help families feel empowered in their pursuit of wellness.

When not working, Diana enjoys spending time with her two children and husband, reading, exercising and meditating. She has experienced first hand how incorporating exercise and meditation into her life has positively affected her mental, physical and emotional well-being and has instilled these practices into her own children’s lives as well.

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Dr. Minal Gandhi’s inspiration to become a Chiropractor began while she was a young high school student. She began having headaches in her teens and tried a variety of treatments, with no relief. She had an interest in health sciences, and on a whim decided to give Chiropractic a try. Not only did she find relief, she also found her calling. Her passion has grown from delivering full family care to prenatal, postpartum and pediatrics. Dr. Minal has been in private practice since 2006. She is committed to continuing education and to giving her patients the most up-to-date care.

A mother herself, Dr. Minal is intimately aware of the issues surrounding pregnancy, birth and recovery. Dr. Minal is thrilled to be a part of The Womb and serving it’s wonderful clients with gentle and loving hands.

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Upasana Grover completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from University of Toronto in 2013 and received her Honours Bachelors of Science from McMaster University in 2011. Upasana has received many certifications in pelvic health and enjoys working with women during their prenatal and postpartum journey. She loves empowering new moms and helping them heal physically, mentally, and emotionally after childbirth. Upasana uses holistic approach in her practice and implements individualized treatment plans based on patient’s goals.

Upasana loves spending time with her 2 kids and husband. She is very excited to be part of the Womb because of her own amazing experience of working with many different practitioners during pregnancy and postpartum.

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I am a mom of 5 kids, who loves to volunteer in the community and participate in martial arts. I have always been passionate about nutrition and wellness, how we impact the environment and how it impacts us. Once I became a mom I realized how important it was to be in tune with my body, and listen to what it needs to be the best version of myself that I can be for me, my family and those around me. Motherhood has taught me that life is a journey of ups and downs, for growing and learning, and for me, being at The WOMB means we don’t have to do this journey alone.

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Nada Hussein is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master’s of Education in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). She has had the privilege of working with adolescents and adults across diverse cultural and relational contexts, including newcomers adjusting to the transition of immigration and post-secondary students navigating major life changes. She supports clients as they move through challenges with care and understanding.

Nada is passionate about supporting women through life’s challenges and transitions. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem concerns, as well as those navigating unique aspects of women’s health such as perinatal and postpartum changes, pregnancy loss, infertility, and the many shifts that come with motherhood and identity.

Nada’s approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. Nada supports clients through an integrative lens, personalizing treatment to meet each client where they are. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to support clients in processing emotions, recognizing patterns, and taking steps toward change that aligns with their goals.

With a deep appreciation for the role of culture, family, and lived experience, Nada creates an inclusive and supportive environment where clients can explore their struggles and strengths without judgment. She works closely with women experiencing overwhelm, loss, or disconnection, helping them reconnect with their strengths and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Nada is honoured to be part of The WOMB Milton community and looks forward to walking alongside you on your journey.

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Ummul is a mom to 3 boys, and to 5 spirit children, and a former marketing executive. When her children were young, they turned to yoga, meditation and mindfulness to help their family through through a personal crisis.

Ummul’s passion to serve, was born from her own challenges she faced as a mother of young kids, managing a career and household and not knowing how to take care of herself. She spent many years, overwhelmed and burnt out, which led to fertility challenges, pregnancy losses, PTSD and autoimmune disorder.

She turned these experiences into life lessons, and she trained, embodied and practiced many mind-body-heart activating modalities, which allowed her to heal from burnout, autoimmune disorder and PTSD.

She is a Somatic Trauma Therapist, Certified HeartMath Resilience Mentor, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Educator, Trauma and Pelvic Health Informed practitioner, Yin Myofascial Yoga Practitioner, Certified Kundalini Yoga and Meditation Teacher. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a Marketing Specialization.

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Rachel has always had an interest in working with pre and postnatal women. In 2017 she graduated from the University of Waterloo with a BSc in Kinesiology and a minor in psychology. Rachel decided to continue her education to become a Registered Massage Therapist and in 2020 graduated from the Ontario College of Health and Technology. While completing her RMT diploma she took additional courses in pre and postnatal massage treatments, which included a placement at Sunnybrook Hospital. This combined knowledge allowed her to gain valuable practice in working with women who were experiencing different pregnancy journeys. These experiences deepened her prior interest in allied health care for pre and postnatal women. Rachel uses Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, joint mobilization, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) techniques, myofascial and manual lymph drainage techniques.

She is excited to be a part of the team at The Womb.

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Monica graduated with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Brunel University in London, England, after earning a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University.

With a strong foundation in movement science and rehabilitation, Monica is passionate about helping individuals regain function and confidence in their bodies.

She has experience treating a diverse range of conditions across various healthcare settings and is particularly dedicated to pelvic health physiotherapy.

Monica takes a biopsychosocial approach to care, recognizing the complex interactions between physical, emotional, and social factors in health and recovery.

She is committed to patient-centered care, working collaboratively with individuals experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction, perinatal concerns, and other pelvic health conditions.

Using evidence-based exercise prescription and education, she tailors treatment plans to support each patient’s unique needs and goals.

Outside the clinic, Monica enjoys spending quality time with family, hiking, cooking, and traveling the world.

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With 12 years of experience as an occupational therapist, I’ve worked across pediatrics and the return-to-work field. My deep-rooted passion for supporting children and families has only grown stronger through my own fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum experiences. These personal insights have inspired me to apply my OT skills in new and impactful ways for this community. At home, I’m a proud mom to a vibrant three-year-old, an almost 11-month-old, and a loyal 7-year-old Australian Shepherd—our family’s original baby. When I’m not working, I love getting lost in a good book, spending time at our family cottage, and teaching and practicing Pilates.

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Passionate for babies and belly bumps, Dr. Diane Meyer is a sought after expert in Chiropractic care amongst Mothers to be and their babies. Mom to four fabulous and holistically raised children, Dr. Diane lives the Chiropractic principle that health comes from the inside out.

Since 1994 Dr. Meyer has held a Fellow of the International Paediatric Association. In 2006 she completed a 3 year Diplomat specialty with the American Council of Chiropractic Paediatrics.

A popular speaker amongst community groups and at established institutes such as the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and McMaster’s Midwifery program, Dr. Meyer continuously strives to educate others about the Chiropractic life as well as enhance her skills and education as a leader assisting families with their pre and post natal experience.

Dr. Meyer currently uses a variety of techniques, including: - Thompson Terminal Point - Activator - Kale Upper Cervical - Bio-Geometric Integration - Torque Release Technique - Cranio Sacral Technique - CATS Cranial Technique - Diversified - Toggle - SOT

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Dr. Andrea Picardo, ND is passionate about enabling others to reach their full potential and guiding them on their personal health journey. She believes in equipping her patients with the information they need, while empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. She is ready to support her patients every step of the way, assist them with any barriers to health they may have and help them meet their goals and feel heard. Her practice focuses include reproductive and hormonal health, pregnancy support, and pediatric care.

Dr. Andrea obtained her degree from CCNM (the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine) here in Toronto. She completed her internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, where she was chosen for the competitive Pediatric Focus Shift. She also helped provide accessible and affordable naturopathic care to the community at the Sherbourne Community Health Clinic. After graduating, she has been certified as a birth doula by York Regional Doulas and has also been certified to provide facial rejuvenation and cosmetic acupuncture.

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Becky is a twice Certified Infant Sleep Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and mom of two. Her introduction to the world of infant and child sleep began during her first pregnancy, when she attended a prenatal sleep education class. It was eye opening to gain knowledge and insight on normal infant sleep behaviours and the science behind it, beyond the anecdotal stories and general sleep assumptions in our society.

Parenting a very challenging sleeper fueled her passion to help other families navigate the roller coaster of infant and child sleep. Parents so often question if their baby’s behaviour is normal, and how to sort through the conflicting information out there. She provides parents with the knowledge and reassurance around what is normal, tools to implement during challenging times, and strategies for striking a balance between the fundamental needs of baby and the equally as important well being of the parents.

Becky’s approach is supportive of all types of feeding, co-sleeping, bed sharing and nurturing a healthy and secure attachment. Her sleep calls focus on educating parents in what is developmentally normal and expected for each stage of sleep through the first year and beyond. Each child is unique and every family is different, so all sleep support is customized, working together with parents to create a strategy that works best for them and aligns with their values. Rest assured that YOU are doing an amazing job as a parent, and allow Becky to guide you through the ups and downs of sleep!

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Andrea is a Child Sleep Consultant and Certified Gentle Sleep Coach as well as a Postpartum Doula and mother of three. She started her sleep practice in 2004 after supporting families as a Postpartum Doula for many years. Since then, Andrea has completed several training programs starting with Naturally Nurturing in the UK and the Gentle Sleep Coach Certification program with Kim West. Since has helped over 5000 families get better sleep, including providing over 10,000 hours of in-home sleep support.

In her sleep practice, Andrea uses a variety of methods and tailors sleep plans to take family values and child temperament into account. She believes in offering support to children as they learn the important skills for a good night’s sleep, employing the gentlest methods possible with the goal of seeing results in a time frame that is reasonable for each family. Sleep coaching methods include coping strategies, sleep nurturing and gentle sleep coaching when appropriate, focusing on supportive, responsive methods such as fading and cue-based strategies.

Philosophy: Offering gentle support and sleep help for families while promoting secure attachment. Supportive of breastfeeding, attachment parenting, co-sleeping, infant mental health and informed choice.

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Ameena is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. Her passion for maternal and infant health and nutrition led her on this path. She is devoted to supporting women’s health in an evidence-based practice. Ameena believes in putting your goals first and course correcting as your journey evolves, while maintaining an important familial connection. Ameena spends her days immersed in biopharmaceutical research as a Clinical Research Professional in Global Study Management. Although she moonlights as a Lactation Consultant, she is extremely dedicated to her profession as a Lactation Consultant! She is a strong believer in women empowering women as well as ensuring all unique families have access to infant feeding support.

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Laura is a registered clinical social worker with specialized training in trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, and emotional health. She brings more than twenty years of experience supporting women, parents, and families through stress, anxiety, identity shifts, and the complex emotional experiences that accompany major life transitions.

Her work is grounded in compassion, safety, and the understanding that healing is supported with connection. Laura integrates neuroscience, trauma-informed practice, and mind-body approaches to help clients feel steadier, more regulated, and more connected to themselves.

At The WOMB Milton, Laura offers gentle, evidence-based psychotherapy and therapeutic groups that provide support, emotional clarity, and space to breathe. She creates environments where clients feel seen, understood, and supported - places where regulation can take root and resilience can grow.

Laura believes in meeting every person exactly where they are, honouring their pace, and helping them build steadiness, clarity, and confidence from the inside out.

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Gabriella Tozser has been practicing massage therapy since 2009 and is a valued member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and the Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario. During Gabriella’s massage sessions, her goal is to ensure her clients experience treatments with the most therapeutic effects achieved. Her expertise extends to various popular modalities such as Swedish Massage, Massage Therapy with Cupping, CranioSacral Therapy, and Prenatal Therapy. Additionally, she has been a Reiki Master of Usui/Holy Fire II Reiki Ryoho since 2017.

Gabriella’s favorite hobbies are hiking and spending time in nature with her family and her dog.

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Falon is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a graduate of the Mohawk College Breastfeeding Program. She is passionate about helping families reach their unique feeding goals. Falon is dedicated to providing respectful, non-judgemental, and empowering care in a safe and friendly environment.

Falon has worked in healthcare administration since graduating with her Honors Bachelor degree from the University of Toronto, but she knew with certainty that she had found her passion for infant feeding when she walked her own breastfeeding journey with her first baby who was born prematurely and stayed in the NICU.

Outside of working with wonderful families at The Womb, Falon enjoys spending time with her family, thrifting, and staying active.

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Rebecca is a trauma-informed yoga teacher specializing in Yoga for women’s health and active adults. She helps clients develop good coping skills to manage anxiety and chronic pain, boost mood, and improve mobility. She employs healthy movement, breathwork, and meditation to work toward client goals and improve quality of life.

Her prenatal yoga classes are designed to help relieve discomfort, facilitate bonding with baby, and develop strategies to promote overall wellness and improve childbirth outcomes.

Off the mat, she facilitates outdoor experiences for women and youth. In addition to spending time with family, she also enjoys spending time in nature – camping, hiking, and gardening.

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