Wellness for Fertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum and Continuing Care
Welcome to Toronto's leading prenatal and postnatal wellness centre. Since 2012 we have been offering exceptional healthcare specializing in wellness from fertility to family. We are here for you.
Your Personal Wellness Concierge
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Allow us to be your guide on this journey.
Yoga Mamas has been Toronto's number one prenatal and postnatal wellness clinic since 2012. Our Wellness Concierge Janet Hill has over 10 years or personal experience in pregnancy, childbirth and raising beautiful children. She values health and self care and practices this every day. She also understands the real life demands of motherhood and therefore exercises self compassion and balance. Janet works with people along their motherhood journeys to provide education and insight into what services at Yoga Mamas would best support them, why they would be beneficial, and when to begin them. Navigating this new journey can be exciting, and it can also be hard. We are here to help. Book in a complimentary 25 minute wellness concierge appointment today. |
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Acupuncture ServicesINITIAL CONSULTATION & TREATMENT
Your first visit is typically an hour and a half, this will include an in-depth assessment and initial treatment. From the information gathered, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosis and treatment plan will be developed for you. Many commonly used points are located on the arms and legs so please wear loose comfortable clothing. Delicate needles are lightly inserted and remain in place for about 20 minutes while you rest with quiet, soothing music playing in the background. Many people fall asleep while they are being treated and are left with a calm relaxed feeling. PRENATAL ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture is a safe and gentle way to successfully treat many common problems that may arise during pregnancy such as morning sickness, fatigue, aches and pains, and emotional imbalance. LABOUR PREP & INDUCTION ACUPUNCTURE Pre labour acupuncture has been shown to reduce rates of medical induction, intervention and caesarean, resulting in faster and less painful labour and reduced levels of anxiety. Ideally starting at 36 weeks, receive weekly acupuncture until birth. The pre-labour treatments focus on softening the cervix and preparing the pelvis for labour and delivery. POSTNATAL ACUPUNCTURE Traditional Chinese Medicine places great importance on caring for a woman after she gives birth. It is an important time to heal and restore your energy as well as treat any new complications such as mastitis, insufficient lactation, pain, and emotional imbalance. BREECH POSITION PROTOCOL Most babies turn to a head down position between week 28 and 32. If your baby hasn't turned, Traditional Chinese Medicine has a reliable and non-invasive approach. Moxibustion is a chinese herb that is burned over an acupuncture point to encourage your baby to turn. During this appointment our acupuncturist will instruct you on how to perform this take home treatment. |
Chiropractic CarePRENATAL CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Chiropractic care throughout pregnancy can relieve and even prevent the common discomforts experienced in pregnancy. Imbalances in the spine become stressed during pregnancy. The weight of a growing uterus has a tendency to change a woman’s biomechanics, shifting the center of gravity and putting pressure on joints of the hips, pelvis and lower back. Specific adjustments (such as the Webster technique) eliminate the causes of stress in the spine. LABOUR PREP CHIROPRACTIC CARE If there is intrauterine constraint as birth approaches, the baby is prevented from getting into the best possible position for birth. Even if the baby is in the desirable head down position, often intrauterine constraint prevents the baby’s head from moving into the ideal presentation for delivery. This may slow labor and add distress and pain to both mother and baby. Using the Webster Technique, a chiropractor gently opens up the pelvis, allowing baby space or room to move into proper positioning. If the baby is in correct position, the technique also helps to maintain that ideal positioning leading up to delivery. POSTNATAL CHIROPRACTIC CARE Chiropractic care after delivery is incredibly beneficial for all mamas, regardless of they type of delivery they had. BABY/CHILD CHIROPRACTIC CARE Chiropractic adjustments for adults differ greatly from those performed on babies and are very gentle using light fingertip pressure. Colic or irritability, poor sleeping habits, developmental delays, digestion issues, lethargy or low energy, difficulty breastfeeding may be relieved with chiropractic care. |
Naturopathic MedicineINITIAL CONSULTATION & TREATMENT
At your first appointment you can expect that we will do a lot of talking. I want to hear all about what you are experiencing and how it is impacting your life. I will ask about your health history and your current lifestyle. If you have any recent blood work, test results, or any other pertinent medical information, please bring it along with you to your first appointment. I will do any necessary physical exams that are related to your health concerns. If applicable, we may decide to run some additional diagnostic testing. Together, we will discuss a treatment plan that will work for you and your busy lifestyle. By the time you leave, I hope that you will feel empowered to take your health into your own hands. The initial visit runs anywhere from 60-90 minutes. FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENT At your follow up appointments, we will track your progress. We will determine if you need to continue with the current treatment plan, or if modifications need to be made. The follow up appointments vary in length, and can be anywhere from 30-60 minutes. TREATMENT PLAN I believe that simple changes can result in amazing health outcomes. I often look at diet and lifestyle first, as these two things are the foundations for our health. Making changes to your diet and lifestyle are cost-effective and profound. However, I may also recommend nutritional or herbal supplements and acupuncture to help correct for any deficiencies, combat any underlying infections, or to “reset” processes in the body that may not be running as smoothly as they should. I use supplements strategically, meaning you won't leave my office with a laundry list of things to take. I do not believe that there are any “magic pills” or single “super foods” that can cure all that may ail us in a sustainable way, but I do believe in the power of making a daily commitment to making healthy choices. |
Holistic NutritionInitial Consultation and Appointment
Prior to your first appointment you will be emailed an online questionnaire that will help to better understand your health history, lifestyle habits and any foods or specific nutrients that may be out of balance. During the appointment we review this information, discuss your nutrition goals, address questions or concerns, and most importantly, determine how we can work together as a team to support your success! We’ll cover the key nutritional principles based on wherever you are (pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum or feeding your baby), and discuss a plan for how to begin to make healthy adjustments in your diet and lifestyle. Follow Up Appointment Following our initial consultation you’ll be given personalized suggestions based on your goals. These may include specific foods to introduce or remove, food swap ideas, specific brand or serving recommendations, a simple meal plan or recipe suggestions, referrals or references. During these sessions we will check in on progress, review your food journal, answer questions and move forward with the specific action steps and strategies you’ll need to take to reach your goals. |
PhysiotherapyPRENATAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
Pregnancy can be a challenging time if you are trying to stay active and exercise. The demands placed on your body are constantly changing and it is important to tailor your exercise routine to better suit those demands. Our physiotherapists can help you manage pain and discomfort and help you find safe and suitable exercises trimester by trimester. Prenatal Physiotherapy can also help with preparing for birth and the management of common conditions which often occur during pregnancy, such as swelling that occurs in the lower arms and legs, lower and upper back pain, posture misalignment and more. POSTNATAL PHYSIOTHERAPY Postnatal Physiotherapy can guide you through a faster and more effective recovery after birth. It can help you safely get back to your normal daily activities, as well as help you manage other physical aches and pains that can arise when taking care of your newborn. GENERAL PHYSIOTHERAPY General physiotherapy helps to promote your overall health and rehabilitate muscles and bones in the body that have been suffered from injury or trauma. This includes sprains, strains, the rehabilitation of fractures, inflammation of tendons, arthritis, osteoporosis, scoliosis, repetitive injuries and post surgery conditions. Our physiotherapists will assess your needs and work with you through a variety of treatments such as
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CounsellingOur counsellor has experience working closely with women and has an in-depth understanding of women’s health issues. She will listen and work with you to address personal and mental health concerns that may be impacting you and your family's lives. She describes the experience below:
Your Initial Therapy Session At your first appointment, we will focus on creating a comfortable and safe space for you to share and talk about what has brought you to therapy. First sessions can move slowly, as we build trust and begin our therapeutic relationship together. I will support you if you are not sure where to start or what to talk about – this is common in therapy. We will begin to get a sense of what therapy will look like for you as we move through the session. Ideally, you will leave the first session with either increased clarity about what you have been feeling or with a specific strategy to practice in your daily life. Your On-going Therapy Work Therapy work is highly individual. Sessions tend to unfold naturally, as we move toward your goals/needs. Some things we may work on include: connecting to and naming emotions, processing emotions in healthy ways, building trust with yourself, learning how to create boundaries or navigate certain relationships in your life, learning how to feel greater intimacy in your relationships, understanding the impact of different experiences you’ve had, identifying the role of anxiety and/or depression in your life, understanding and feeling grief or anger, supporting you to feel more understanding (and thus more control) of your mind and body. My approach is relationship-focused, gentle, and creative. I use evidence-based modalities to help us in the work:
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Lactation ConsultingWe are proud to be expanding our breastfeeding services to now include lactation consulting directly in our wellness centre. You can now book an appointment to see a lactation consultant directly in our space. Appointments can be made easily online in real time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
With over 10 years experience, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Taya Griffin will be at Yoga Mamas Monday mornings offering one-on-one education and hands on assistance in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. At our breastfeeding clinic, mamas and mamas-to-be will feel empowered to reach their unique breastfeeding goals. You may benefit from investing in a Lactation Consult if:
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OsteopathyOsteopathic treatment is a gentle hands-on approach to health care. An educated touch and gentle palpation are used to evaluate anatomy and its function. Temperature, texture, motion, and vibration of the body tissues can be perceived and there is a tactile communication between therapist and patient. Treatment is guided by the patient’s body responses; allowing the treatment to be very gentle, safe, and effective. Gentle pressures and positioning of the body encourage the nervous system and tissues to relax, releasing restrictions, improving range of motion, and increasing overall health and vitality. The goal of Osteopathy is to optimize the self-healing mechanisms of the body.
OSTEOPATHY FOR PRENATAL
The body goes through an incredible transformation during pregnancy. As baby grows, the body’s mechanics change, shifting your posture and changing where stress is placed upon the body. Hormone changes soften connective tissue which can exacerbate these stressors. Imbalances can become irritated or painful and restrictions in the tissues and joints can affect fluid flow causing swelling. These changing mechanics also means breathing can become more difficult. Osteopathy is a very gentle non-invasive manual therapy that restores balance to the body. OSTEOPATHY FOR POSTNATAL Following birth, Osteopathy can help restore balance from the stresses that occurred during pregnancy and labour. This can ease the discomfort and pain a mama may be feeling and help speed up recovery by improving blood and lymphatic flow, optimizing the self-healing mechanisms of the body. Hormone changes continue to soften the body’s joints after birth creating laxity, which can also lead to discomfort. Because of this joint laxity it’s also a wonderful time to make positive changes and improve and rebalance tensions throughout the body helping you feel better now and for the future. OSTEOPATHY FOR YOUR INFANT/CHILD Many of the problems commonly experienced in infancy may be caused by the forces of labour and delivery. A fast, slow, instrument-assisted birth, or C-section can all have a different impact on the pressures applied and forces sustained during delivery. These forces may be imprinted in the newborn creating structural imbalances and a variety of symptoms. Osteopathic treatment for newborns is very gentle with the intention of establishing fluid continuity and allowing the nervous system to relax and heal. |
Ultrasound for Blocked DuctsYoga Mamas offers therapeutic ultrasound for the treatment of blocked milk ducts. A plugged or blocked duct is the result of a localized obstruction caused by milk stasis in part of the breast. This can cause pain and impact breastfeeding along with milk supply. Blocked ducts may happen gradually, or come on suddenly requiring immediate attention.
This is where we can help and bring you immediate relief. Ultrasound can successfully be used in the treatment of blocked ducts. This soothing treatment is available in clinic seven days a week. YOUR HEALING
At Home Remedies For Plugged Ducts
A blocked duct may not go away with home remedies, or may be intensely painful. Ultrasound therapy can be extremely helpful in these situations. Please note that blocked ducts, if not treated early, can lead to an infection in the breast called mastitis. Before coming in for an ultrasound session please make sure you have not developed mastitis. You can consult your doctor to confirm this. |
Cesarean Scar Release TherapyYoga Mamas offers Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) Therapy, an FDA approved treatment, for cesarean section scar release and pain relief.
The intention behind MPS cesarean section scar releasee therapy is to reduce adhesions and restrictions, increase circulation and reduce pain. Your increased mobility and comfort as a result of this therapy will enhance your capacity to take the best care of your baby and family. Delivering your baby via caesarean section comes with extra considerations and awareness around your healing. Abdominal surgery requires extra time for your body to recover. Mamas are encouraged to rest, focus on bonding with baby, and follow their healthcare practitioner's advice around post healing care. After six weeks we welcome you to book a 60 minute initial assessment and treatment with physiotherapist Nav Grewal. During this appointment she will review your health history, provide an assessment and a scar tissue release therapy treatment. |
Cancellation Policy:
All Wellness cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of Wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding.
All Wellness cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of Wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding.
