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Jessica Daryawish, RN, IBCLC, PNC (c)

Lactation Consultant & Postpartum Registered Nurse

With over 15 years of nursing experience as a Postpartum Registered Nurse, Prenatal Educator, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Jessica offers compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based support for families navigating their infant feeding journey.

Her approach centres on building a mother’s self-efficacy and resiliency, supporting cue-based baby care, and helping families feel confident and empowered—wherever they are in their journey. She provides in-home visits, virtual consults, and in-clinic support throughout Vaughan and surrounding areas.

Her passion for lactation support was deeply shaped by her own breastfeeding journey with her two daughters. Through the early challenges came a beautiful, extended nursing experience that continues to inspire the care she offers today.

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Melisa is a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the field, specifically within the populations of children, youth and families. Melisa completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Social Work and a Masters of Social Work with a specialization in children and families. Melisa is passionate about supporting people through various phases in life and offers an empathetic and holistic approach when working through diverse challenges in people’s lives.

After welcoming her own little one, Melisa’s interest in the perinatal mental health realm grew substantially, especially after experiencing the challenges of post-partum herself. Melisa’s dedication to working with this population continues to grow and she is currently in the process of completing her Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). Alongside seeing clients in the perinatal phase, Melisa also works with adolescents, particularly around topics such as anxiety, depression, social/peer challenges and ADHD. Melisa’s humour, warmth and strengths-based approach provides an inviting environment for a trusting therapeutic journey.

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Amanda is a Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who is deeply committed to supporting families as they navigate the early stages of parenthood. With a strong background in neonatal intensive care nursing, she combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, evidence-based approach to infant feeding.

Her passion lies in helping parents who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain gain confidence and clarity in their feeding journey. Through her experience in the NICU, Amanda saw firsthand the power of breastfeeding and the difference that personalized, nonjudgmental support can make for both parents and babies.

Amanda’s philosophy centers around nurturing and empowerment. She works collaboratively with families to develop feeding plans that fit their unique needs—whether breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or a combination—while caring for the emotional and physical well-being of both parent and child.

She has a special interest in supporting mothers of preterm infants, babies with complex medical needs, and families facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or a history of trauma.

With Amanda by your side, you’ll receive compassionate guidance, practical strategies, and the reassurance that you’re not alone. Book your consultation today and take the first step toward a confident and supported feeding experience.

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Tristan Kiraly is a Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) helping families in the GTA for over 11 years. She started her nursing career in Neonatal Intensive Care and Paediatrics then moved into community nursing. Tristan trained in lactation at the International Breastfeeding Centre and continued her education in oral habilitation; how oral function impacts feeding for infants. Tristan has a wealth of knowledge and skills to share with families. She communicates this expertise with warmth and understanding, helping families work towards their feeding goals at their own pace. Tristan is a member of the York Region Breastfeeding coalition, has contributed to Public Health campaigns and is an active member in her community. Tristan has two amazing breastfed babies that were her inspiration to peruse her IBCLC. She enjoys spending time with her family outdoors in all seasons including dog walks, downhill skiing or backcountry camping.

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Dr. Angelica, ND is an evidence-based Naturopathic Doctor and integrative family healthcare provider with a special focus in women’s health and fertility. Dr. Angelica, ND obtained her Doctor of Naturopathy degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto where she was a scholarship-recipient and continues to work as a Teaching Assistant. Prior to this, she attended the University of Toronto where she received an Honours Bachelor of Science with Distinction. Currently, she is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO) and is a proud member of both the Canadian and Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Nearly a decade ago Dr. Angelica, ND travelled to Costa Rica with the Foundation for the International Medical Relief of Children before her plans to apply to medical school. There she was exposed to conventional medical treatments but also the use nutrition, herbs, and other natural-based therapies. This not only sparked her interest in naturopathic medicine but it propelled her career towards pediatric and reproductive care.

Her goal when working with patients is to uncover the factors contributing to disease and to create realistic, affordable, long-term solutions. Dr. Angelica, ND achieves this through comprehensive testing, physical examination, and in-depth consultations designed to give patients the tools to feel better, sooner. Treatments may include the issue of acupuncture (including fertility acupuncture), botanical teas or tinctures, supplements, nutrition, lifestyle counselling and more.

Some of the conditions she enjoys treating include PCOS, endometriosis, PMS/PMDD, fibroids, anxiety/low mood, lactation concerns, as well as chronic/autoimmune disease. In children specifically she can help improve digestion, eczema, sleep, allergies, and recurrent infections among other concerns.

When Dr. Angelica, ND isn’t in office you can find her writing articles on kid’s health topics for Elevate Magazine or singing ABC’s with her little nephews.

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Dr. Sophie is a chiropractor with a special interest in pediatrics, pregnancy, and family-focused care. She is passionate about supporting growing families through every stage of life and is committed to creating a comfortable, welcoming environment where patients can learn more about their incredible bodies. During her time at chiropractic college, Sophie attended numerous seminars to deepen her knowledge and broaden her skills within the chiropractic field. She is Webster certified and continually pursues ongoing education to stay current with best practices for patients of all ages.

Prenatal, Postpartum and Pediatrics

During her internship year at chiropractic college, Dr. Sophie developed a strong interest in pregnancy, pediatric, and postpartum care. She spent countless hours observing patient care, which deepened her dedication to supporting this growing population. She believes that chiropractic care can play a meaningful role in helping individuals of all ages feel and move their best. Dr. Sophie encourages families to have their kiddos assessed so they can continue to grow comfortably and confidently.

Dr. Sophie is trained in the Webster Technique, which is often used to support comfort during pregnancy and preparing for labour. She is committed to helping expecting parents navigate pregnancy with greater ease by addressing joint restrictions through gentle, specific techniques.

Treatment Approach

In practice, Dr. Sophie aims to create a fun, safe, and empowering environment for every patient’s healing journey. Her approach includes motion-palpation spinal and extremity assessment, manual and instrument-assisted adjusting techniques, soft tissue therapy, cupping, joint mobilization, and individualized rehab exercises. She strives to create personalized care plans that address each patient’s concerns and fit their unique lifestyle needs.

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Adriana Spassova graduated from Queens University where she completed her Masters of Physiotherapy in 2012. She has worked as an Orthopaedic therapist treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries with the end goal of improving overall health and strength as well as optimizing individual performance.

During her own pregnancy, she saw a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist which sparked an interest to pursue training in pelvic floor physiotherapy.

Adriana has a passion in treating pre and post-natal patients who suffer from pelvic floor dysfunctions. Adriana is committed to providing the highest quality of care to her patients by integrating evidence-based practice with her clinical experience. Her goal is to help women gain back their core strength and regain control over their pelvic floor muscles.

She believes in implementing highly individualized treatment plans and relies on manual therapy, soft tissue release, exercise prescription, and patient education to help her clients achieve their therapeutic goal.

During her spare time Adriana enjoys working out, skiing (in the winter), travelling, spending quality time with her daughter, son and husband and enjoying the outdoors!

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Dr. Michelle Zemari is a family Chiropractor and Acupuncture provider with a special interest in prenatal, postnatal, and pediatric care. She treats various conditions including but not limited to headaches, back pain, joint and muscle pains, sciatica, pregnancy pains, and pediatric-related challenges.

Dr. Michelle has extensive knowledge and competency in:

Adjustments, Mobilizations, Muscle / Myofascial Release Techniques, Acupuncture / Electro-Acupuncture, Cupping Therapy, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation), Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy, Athletic Taping, Exercise Rehabilitation, & MPS Dolphin Neurostim (All scars including C-Section Scar Release Treatment).

Approach to Care

Dr. Michelle strives to keep the patient’s lifestyle and present health at the centre of each interaction. Through active collaboration she provides her patients with the highest quality of care. She believes in the importance of helping her patients achieve optimal health through conservative pain management, exercise rehabilitation, and injury prevention.

Prenatal, Postpartum & Pediatric Care

Dr. Michelle invites you to bring your infant for an assessment so she can support you with challenges such as torticollis, plagiocephaly, breast or bottle feeding, and delayed developmental milestones and more.

Dr. Michelle works with her patients to ease pregnancy related discomforts. She uses the Webster Technique to establish alignment and balance in the pelvis to encourage optimal fetal positioning. She is passionate about providing care that allows for a quick and smooth labour and delivery.

A postnatal chiropractic visit will also aid in easing the discomfort placed on the muscles and joints while caring for your little. Dr. Michelle looks forward to being a part of her patients’ journey into motherhood by providing them the most comfortable prenatal and postnatal experience that protects the health of both the infant and the mother.

Dr. Michelle’s Qualifications include:

• Doctor of Chiropractic, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

• Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa

• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, McMaster University

• Member of the ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association)

• Webster Technique (Prenatal Care) Certified

• Advanced Pediatric Bootcamp & PIPS Intraoral Technique Certification

• DONA Trained Birth Doula

• DONA Trained Postpartum Doula

• Thompson Technique Course

• Maternal Education Program

• MPS Scar Release Therapy using the Dolphin Neurostim, to help release all types of scars including c-section scars

• GrowCo Postpartum Rehab (currently completing)

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