Dr. Daniela Arciero attended New York Chiropractic College and Queen’s University. She decided to change her career path and became a chiropractor after her experience with chiropractic care following an injury while playing rugby at Queen’s.

Her focus on women and children began years before chiropractic school. That seed was planted after spending four months volunteering at the Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana, South America helping to deliver babies while an undergraduate student at Queen’s. Her practice focuses on prenatal care, postnatal care and recovery as well as chiropractic care for infants and children.

She is thrilled to be bringing multiple services dedicated to motherhood and children to her home community of Vaughan after having done so for several years in Toronto. During both of her pregnancies, she drove all over Vaughan for the services that are now offered at The Nest Health. She vowed then, to bring these services under one roof to make the process easier for women.

Her husband describes her as a conference and seminar junkie, always wanting to up-level her knowledge and skills. She has completed the ICPA post-graduate pediatric program as well as many other courses focused on women’s health, pregnant bellies and pediatrics. Dr. Daniela utilizes multiple techniques including Diversified, Thompson Drop, Activator, Logan and Torque Release Techniques. She is also certified in the Webster technique (for pregnant women).

When not working on her passion project (empowering women at The Nest), she spends her time with her husband & their two young children, Sophia & Michael – always planning their next adventure – skiing, on a beach or digging for dinosaur fossils.

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Linoy completed her Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Western Ontario. Prior to completing this degree, Linoy obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at York University.

With a strong passion for pelvic health, Linoy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our clinic. Linoy specializes in helping individuals overcome a wide range of pelvic health issues, providing compassionate care for conditions such as pelvic pain, incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, and prenatal and postpartum musculoskeletal concerns. Linoy takes a holistic approach to pelvic health, offering assessment, diagnosis, and personalized treatment plans that address not only the physical aspects but also the emotional and psychological well-being of her patients.

With a commitment to evidence-based practices and a dedication to ongoing professional development, Linoy ensures that every patient receives the highest quality care, tailored to their unique needs.

She has also taken extensive post-graduate training in pelvic health and is able to provide treatment through dry needling. Additionally, Linoy offers tailored treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal concerns, sports injuries, and post-operative recovery needs.

In her free time, Linoy enjoys reading, running, pilates, strength training, learning new languages, and walking her dog. She also enjoys spending quality time with friends and family.

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Dr. Kinga Babicki-Farrugia believes that when women are healthy, they have the power to transform the world. Driven by this belief, she has made it her mission to educate, support, and inspire women to achieve optimal health for themselves and their children.

With a deep understanding that the body has an innate ability to heal, Dr. Kinga works with her patients to identify and remove the obstacles preventing them from living at their best. She focuses on discovering the root causes of imbalances and providing the tools needed to restore health. Her guiding principle is simple: balance is key to a healthy life, and she strives to embody this philosophy in her own journey.

Dr. Kinga focuses on women’s health and pediatrics, a passion born from her own experiences. She understands firsthand the struggles of hormonal imbalances as a teen, dealing with heavy periods, cramps, and migraines. She’s faced stressful pregnancies and navigated the postpartum challenges of breastfeeding issues, two babies with reflux, sleep deprivation, and postpartum anxiety and depression. As a mother, she has also experienced the worries of caring for sick children and the desire to help them thrive naturally. These challenges have fueled her dedication to maternal and pediatric health and led her to co-create The Nest Health, a clinic committed to supporting and empowering women and children throughout motherhood.

Dr. Kinga’s practice spans all stages of a woman’s life, from teenage hormonal health to fertility, pregnancy, postpartum care, and beyond. Whether helping you achieve a successful pregnancy, preparing you for an empowered birth, or guiding you through the hormonal shifts of menopause, Dr. Kinga’s goal is to ensure you not only survive but thrive. She’s passionate about helping women embrace their postpartum identity and supporting them through the transition into perimenopause and menopause with confidence and vitality.

Over the years, she has helped thousands of patients uncover the root causes of their health challenges using naturopathic medicine.  When she’s not working to empower others, Dr. Kinga is spending time with her own family. She is a proud mom to two wonderful boys and wife to a loving, supportive husband. Motherhood has been a humbling experience, continuously teaching her more about herself and the legacy she wishes to leave behind.

She looks forward to meeting you and supporting you on your health journey.

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Aparna Brahma has a combined 15 years of international education and clinical experience in physiotherapy. She is a Registered Pelvic Health physiotherapist through College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and a certified acupuncture provider. She is a dedicated member of Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA) and member of the Orthopedics and Women’s Health divisions through the CPA.

Aparna completed her initial degree in Physiotherapy from India in 2004. In order to have an enhanced understanding of age related changes on the musculo-skeletal system of human body, she flew across the Atlantic to pursue post graduate education at the University of Western Ontario in 2005 in London, ON. Her research involved studying age related changes with exercise in residents of Long Term Care Facilities. After graduating with a MSc PT in 2007, Aparna entered the Canadian private health care system with a focus in Orthopedics.

In the last 2 years Aparna has channeled her focus in the very specific stream of Women’s health. Her interest stemmed from the pelvic health care she received after her first baby. She remains a strong advocate of healthcare for moms globally. Her passion lies in working with mom-to-be, new mom and forever mom. Aparna believes that health benefits start with awareness of your own body no matter when the starting point is. She remains up-to-date on the current science surrounding pre- and post-natal care and would like to work towards optimal recovery for all mothers.

When Aparna is not working with moms, she spends her time being a mom herself, to two wonderful and hilarious kids. She is amazed at how much you can learn from these tiny humans and enjoys every bit of it each day. Her roles as a Pelvic Health physiotherapist and that of a mother both emphasize “Healthy Mom is a Happy Mom”.

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Dr. Cassandra Ceccarelli (she/her) is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with a passion for integrative medicine. She is committed to providing her patients with individualized and comprehensive health care through the integration of conventional science and naturopathic medicines, as well as collaborating with multi-disciplinary practitioners. Dr. Cassandra incorporates various therapies into her practice including clinical nutrition, acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, botanical medicine, and physical medicine.

Cassandra completed her Honours Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto, majoring in Human Biology and a double minor in Physiology and History. She went on to complete an additional 4 years at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine to obtain her Doctor of Naturopathy degree. Cassandra has completed additional training in cosmetic acupuncture, therapeutic cupping, fertility treatment, prescribing and therapeutics, intravenous vitamin therapy, and her yoga teacher training.

Dr. Cassandra has a clinical interest in digestive health, skin conditions and concerns, women’s health and hormonal imbalances, fertility and pregnancy, stress management, weight management, thyroid health, and mental health.

She is a member of both the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Dr. Cassandra is in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario.

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Meet Denise, a woman who knows what it means to be active and healthy, and have fun doing it! From an early age, Denise has always had a passion for movement and dance, having practiced ballet, tap, and jazz since she was three years old. Today, she is an avid gym-goer and loves strength training to keep her mind and body at peak performance.

Denise’s passion for fitness led her to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce from Ryerson University, and a Financial Planning Diploma from Seneca College. After spending a decade in the financial industry, Denise decided to follow her dreams and become a personal trainer specializing in women’s fitness for pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause.

As a mother of two, Denise knows all too well the challenges that moms face when trying to stay active while dealing with postpartum recovery, C-Section, diastasis recti, prolapse and urinary incontinence. Because of her own personal struggles, Denise has made it her mission to help other moms bridge the gap between postpartum recovery and getting back to exercise safely and effectively.

Denise believes in the power of resistance training for women in all stages of life to build strong muscles and bones, alleviate aches and pains, fight against illness, and even boost one’s mood.

When she’s not working, you can find Denise enjoying the great outdoors while hiking or biking with her family. Denise is an inspiration to women of all ages who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle and overcome any obstacle in their way.

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Sienna obtained a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology and Health Science from York University which was followed by a Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University. Sienna’s interest in physiotherapy began when she herself needed to use physiotherapy to support her active lifestyle. She has an extensive background in the performing arts, with a 14-year career as a dancer in various styles including ballet, jazz, contemporary and pointe, that nurtured a curiosity for movement and the human body.

Sienna has taken an interest in women’s health and pelvic floor physiotherapy after working at a pelvic health clinic during her studies. It was here that she was exposed to the gap in healthcare available for women’s health-related experiences and she grew to love bringing awareness to these issues and advocating for better care for women. Sienna has completed additional post-graduate training in pelvic health including topics of urinary incontinence and pelvic pain. Sienna believes in continued learning to help pregnant and postpartum women regain confidence, comfort, and physical function to fully enjoy life.

Sienna has a strong passion in advocating for the overall health and well-being of her clients and helping them achieve their highest function and best self. Sienna takes a client-centered approach to treatment with a focus on thorough assessments, manual techniques and personalized exercise prescriptions.

Outside of the clinic, Sienna spends her time challenging her own fitness in the gym, enjoying the outdoors, and connecting with friends and family.

Sienna looks forward to connecting with you and supporting you on your healthcare journey.

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Aileen is a certified pediatric sleep specialist, a teacher with 15 years of experience, and a proud mother of two little ones who inspired her to become a sleep coach.   She works with families to create realistic expectations for their child’s sleep at the same time as changing things that no longer work for them in a way that is supportive of the attachment relationship. 

Some examples of challenges she can support families with are: night weaning, going from bedsharing to a separate sleep space, examining why a child is waking hourly, bedtime battles, among others!

A key component of her approach is to identify underlying issues that can impact sleep (ex. iron deficiency, undiagnosed tongue tie, etc.).  This is one of the reasons she is so excited to work at “The Nest Health” as we also believe in looking at a parent and child’s health in a holistic manner, similar to how her approach looks at a child’s sleep as being impacted by a variety of factors.  Using this approach, she provides guidance and resources needed to understand the root cause of any sleep issues and co-creates a sleep plan along with families always keeping the attachment relationship at the forefront. 

Aileen does not use any form of sleep training (meaning no separation-based techniques or anything that asks parents to go against their instincts!) but will guide parents through how to make changes while supporting their child’s emotions.    Aileen is very empathetic, and she knows what it is like to feel overwhelmed by societal pressures put on new parents when it comes to sleep so one of her top goals is to empower parents that they know their child best and to relieve any stress they have about sleep so they can focus on being the best parent they can be.

She offers a variety of packages, ranging from a basic troubleshooting package to work through a specific challenge to a comprehensive package in which she provides you daily support for 4 weeks as you make a change to your child’s sleep.

She looks forward to connecting with you and supporting your little one’s sleep.

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Amanda is a Registered Nurse (RN) and board certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), dedicated to supporting new parents on their journey through parenthood. With a strong background in neonatal intensive care nursing, she brings years of experience and scientific knowledge to help you navigate the challenges that arise in the early stages of your baby’s life.

What fuels her passion is the opportunity to provide compassionate support to overwhelmed, stressed or anxious parents. Having worked closely with families in the NICU, Amanda witnessed the profound impact of breastfeeding and developed a special interest in this area.

Amanda’s approach is rooted in nurturing care and empowerment. She strives to help you uncover the feeding plan that aligns with your family’s unique needs while considering the bigger picture of your physical and mental well-being. Breastfeeding is not solely about latch mechanics; it encompasses the holistic health of both you and your baby.

Amanda specializes in supporting moms with preterm babies, infants with complex medical conditions, and those who have faced mental health struggles such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or a history of sexual assault. With Amanda by your side, you can embark on your breastfeeding journey with confidence, knowing that you have a dedicated advocate and ally every step of the way.

Book your consultation with Amanda today and take the first step towards a fulfilling and successful breastfeeding experience. Your breastfeeding success story starts here!

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Marcy is a licensed social worker with 25 years of experience working with women and families. Throughout her career she’s has worked in a variety of healthcare settings and has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of human well-being. She specializes in supporting women throughout pregnancy and into parenting. She’s also worked extensively with women with substance use, mental health and trauma histories.

Her approach is rooted in a firm commitment to trauma-informed, compassionate, client-centred care. She works hard to create a safe and supportive environment where healing can flourish. Guided by this principle, she’s witnessed the strength of women and families as they navigate their unique paths to recovery and wellbeing. She’s seen how this personalized care can truly make a difference in fostering growth and resilience.

She has extensive training in CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy) and DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy) and EFT (emotionally focussed therapy). These evidence-based approaches empower individuals to navigate their emotions and develop crucial skills for emotional regulation and wellbeing.

Marcy provides compassionate care and support to her clients and their families and recognizes the profound impact that healthy relationships have on emotional well-being. She fosters an environment where individuals and families can thrive, heal, and build lasting connections.

Marcy lives in Toronto and is happily married and has 2 sons. She’s passionate about travel, staying physically and mentally healthy and engages in activities like Pilates, running and hiking. Marcy also enjoys walking her grand pup Bella.

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Kayla is a Registered Massage Therapist that graduated from Humber College with Honours and an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy. She has a passion for health, wellness and rehabilitation and a special interest in working with women, infants and children. Her goal as an RMT is to support patients throughout their entire motherhood journey from pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.

Kayla’s approach to massage therapy is assessment-based. She uses a variety of massage techniques, hydrotherapy and exercises to treat her patients. Whether it’s to treat your pregnancy ailments, help you relax, prepare you for parenthood or help you get back to doing what you love, Kayla is here to support you.

When she’s not helping others feel their best, Kayla enjoys spending her time outdoors going camping and hiking. She also enjoys coffee and trying new foods!

Kayla looks forward to meeting you and supporting you along your healthcare journey.

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Lisa has a love of supporting and empowering women. which makes her fit right in at The Nest Health. She is the first smiling face you will see when you enter the clinic and will be there to help you navigate your care.

In addition to rocking the front desk, Lisa also is a certified yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience as a student and teacher! She is a dedicated and advanced practitioner of a traditional method. Over the years Lisa has shared her passion of yoga to hundreds of students. She is skilled in the Mysore method, which is a one-to-one instruction and hands on adjustments in a group setting.

She has teaches a variety of classes including ashtanga, vinyasa, meditation, pre-natal, post-natal, partner & children’s yoga . Her students describe her as a nurturing spirit that brings with her a calm and centered energy.

Lisa is passionate about health and wellness and lives her life using a holistic approach.

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Elisa received both an Honours Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree, in Kinesiology and Health Science, from York University.  While completing her formal studies, she also completed a Certificate in Fitness Assessment and Exercise Counselling, and is a Certified Exercise Physiologist through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology.

Elisa has vast work experience in fitness, health, dance and education. She has worked as a Kinesiologist in a physical rehabilitation setting and also designed and led exercise programs for cardiac rehabilitation patients.  Elisa holds First Aid, CPR and AED Instructor/Examiner certificates through the Lifesaving Society.

In 2002, Elisa, along with her husband Anthony, founded First Breath, a company that provides quality first aid, CPR/AED, water safety and emergency response training to individuals and businesses throughout Southern Ontario.  She focuses on empowering people by providing the necessary tools and knowledge to help prepare them for an emergency. With her uniquely practical and straightforward approach, participants can feel confident in their abilities to help someone in need.

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As a former teacher and mother of two, witnessing children’s growth and challenges faced with their bodies inspired her to explore ways to help. This journey led her to discover the transformative power of massage.

Dinara believes that the body learns to function through arranged movement patterns. Many people don’t remember what it’s like to move without pain or to have full range of motion. Particularly during illness, the body compensates and often adds to postural imbalances and muscle tension.

Dinara specializes in prenatal, postnatal, and infant massage. She can help expectant and new mothers alleviate common discomforts, improve relaxation, and promote overall well-being during and after pregnancy. As a certified infant massage instructor, she can teach new parents how to safely and effectively massage their babies from 0-12 months of age.

Her passion for the human body and focus on muscles and postures has naturally led her to provide postural correction teaching people how to maintain posture to prevent and improve overall body function.

Beyond her passion for children’s and women’s health, Dinara treasures moments with her family. She stays active and centered through yoga and calisthenics and delights in hosting friends and family, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in her home.

She looks forward to meeting you and supporting you on your healthcare journey!

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Important Notice: Jenny will be going on maternity leave starting Nov 20th and will not be accepting new clients during this time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming her back after her leave.

Jenny is a Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist in good standing with OCSWSSW.  Her work with clients often feels like a journey together. She takes a proactive approach to foster self-compassion, acceptance, resilience and growth in each of her clients with their own innate sense of wellbeing.

Deciding to reach for support is a sign of personal strength and Jenny has a deep respect for you to have the courage to seek help.  Her approach is integrative and scope of practice includes a range of therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Psychodynamic.  She is keen to refine a practice which is anti-oppressive, sex positive and rooted in hard reduction lens of work.  She provides both individual & couples therapy, with additional couples therapy training completed through the Gottman Institute. She has extensive experience supporting women along the motherhood journey.

Jenny’s aim is to support you in unpacking whatever is weighing you down. Together, you will unearth persistent behavior patterns that may be holding you back from a significant transformation.

In addition to being a therapist, Jenny is also a certified Animal Rekhi Practitioner, wilderness explorer and world traveler.  She is also a paw lover and mother of two beatiful adopted puppers.

Jenny looks forward to meeting you and working with you to heal your mind, body and soul!

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Nikole spent her childhood in Zimbabwe and then moved to the UK when she was 21. Her journey to becoming a doula began after visiting Canada for the birth of her second nephew. Nikole did not expect to be present at the birth and to her surprise, her brother and sister-in-law invited her into the birthing room. Nikole was there from the beginning to the end and from that day the experience made her realize that doula work was her true calling. Soon after Nikole moved to Canada and began her journey.

Nikole is formally trained as a Birth & Postpartum Doula with Doula Training Canada, certified Yoga Instructor with Ananda Yoga and certified Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga instructor with Ananda Yoga. She deepened her doula practice as a volunteer birth doula in Tanzania, Africa in 2019. Her compassion & empathy towards clients comes from a deep respect of the incredibly strong & empowering women she has worked with.

Nikole fundamentally believes that every woman has the right to a healthy, supportive, and positive birth experience no matter what the circumstances. She is committed to helping birthing women and couples feel empowered and supported throughout their journey. She looks forward to meeting you!

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Likai Yao is a registered Acupuncturist, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, graduated from TSTCM (Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine). She is certified in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology and Tuina Massage.

She was inspired and influenced by traditional Chinese Medicine as she grew up in family that used and practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine. Over the years, with hard work and dedication, she has developed comprehensive skills to help patients with their health concerns, focusing on their needs, helping them achieve better health.

She has had the privilege of working with many fertility patients and has witnessed firsthand the positive impact of acupuncture in improving outcomes. Her treatments focus on supporting assisted ART such as IVF, IUI, and other fertility interventions. She provides treatments during pregnancy, for many postpartum concerns, irregular menstruation and various other issues.

Likai uses acupuncture, acupressure, cupping, moxibustion, Guasha, Chinese Tuina and herbs to support her patients.

In her free time, she loves yoga, hiking, gardening all of which keep her connected to the natural world and help her maintain balance.

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