The WOMB Bruce County

Jessica Connor

Co-Owner and Doula

Administration, Doulas

Jessica Connor is a fertility, birth and postpartum Doula in Bruce County and surrounding area. She is working on completing her schooling to become a Holistic Reproductive Practitioner. Her passion for childbirth evolved with a fascination with how incredible the human body is and its ability to do hard things. Jessica has two boys, two dogs and a supportive husband who encourages her to follow her dreams.  Jessica is excited to be a co-owner of The WOMB Bruce County, knowing this is something that will benefit and serve the community.

Cassidy Radic

Co-Owner, Registered Health & Nutrition Counsellor

Administration, Holistic Nutrition

Cassidy is a Registered Health & Nutrition Counsellor and Holistic Health Coach in Grey Bruce. After struggling on her own health journey, she enrolled in nutrition school and fell in love with holistic health. Cassidy has a knack for simplifying nutrition which allows families and individuals to create sustainable change. After giving birth during the early pandemic days, Cassidy saw a need for The WOMB Bruce County more now than ever before. She is excited to support and connect with local families at The WOMB as her family grows as well.

Chanel Wainscott

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Psychotherapy

Chanel is a **psychotherapist (qualifying)** registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a **certified perinatal mental health specialist.**

The most impactful therapeutic relationships experienced by Chanel have been with clients navigating their well-being and the obligations of parenthood. Her decline in mental health during her first postpartum experience inspired her to focus her passion and expertise on perinatal mental health.

Chanel practices psychotherapy using a client-centred, strengths-based approach. She uses a blend of therapeutic frameworks and is enthusiastic about the benefits of Interpersonal Psychotherapy, an attachment-focused therapy and first-line treatment for perinatal depression.

She is a mother of two who treasures living authentically and overcoming life's obstacles through creativity and is excited to share these values with The WOMB Bruce County.

Kimberley Webb

Instructors

Hi! I’m Kimberley Webb-Gilbert. I am a movement instructor who has been specializing in a whole person approach to fitness since 2013 when I completed my first yoga teacher training. In the years since, I have completed training and certification in Pilates mat, group fitness, barre, and strength training, with specialization in the pre and post natal period.

Using the tools of breath work, alignment, and connection, we can build sustainability into your movement practice either in private sessions or group classes.  We can work to prepare you mentally, emotionally, and physically for the demands of life whether they are pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, parenthood or beyond. Let’s help you become an expert in what you need to gain strength and resilience!

What are your values around exercise and movement? Let’s figure it out so you can do more of what brings you joy!

Full disclaimer though… I am anti diet culture so no talk of shredding abs, getting your pre baby body back, or fixing you happens around here.

Let’s go on this journey together and train for the event of a lifetime and a lifetime of events!

Lindsay Law

Lactation Consultant, IBCLC

Infant Feeding

Hi! My name is Lindsay. I began my career in nursing over 16 years ago.

I am both an RN and Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and I have a passion for supporting birthing + breastfeeding families.

I have been a practicing IBCLC for the last 7 years in a variety of settings, including: labour + delivery, McMaster’s neonatal assessment clinic, and now private practice. I am also a college educator to other health professionals who are interested in becoming lactation consultants, or for those who desire to learn more about supporting breastfeeding families. I highly value evidence-informed decision making, and enjoy sharing knowledge with families on various aspects of birth + feeding care.

I am also a certified holistic nurse + coach. I have a special interest in women’s health, and have taken additional trainings in holistic modalities such as nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and reiki to better support my clients. As a nurse, my greatest joys have come from walking with my patients through the most beautiful and difficult moments of their lives. From the first breath to the last, and every in between, it has deeply changed me.

I believe that through compassionate care of the whole family - in mind, body, and spirit - we can unlock new levels of health and well-being that will live on through generations to come.

Katie Franklin

Full Spectrum Doula

Doulas

Katie Franklin is a full spectrum doula. She has primarily offered support in the postpartum period but is excited to accompany births more often! She earned her degree in Health Sciences from Western University and then studied to be a doula at Fanshawe College.

Katie has always had a fascination with pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, and knew that becoming a doula was meant to be. Talking with new parents about excitements and fears, supporting them as they navigate physical challenges, and sharing in the joy of a new life is where Katie is most confident!

Apart from living in London for university and spending two summers in Northern Ontario, Katie has always lived in Kincardine. She grew up on a small farm, enjoys hiking, sunsets, and trying new recipes.

She is very excited to be working with families at The WOMB.

Rebecca Grubb

Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Physiotherapy

Hailee Harnack

Registered Massage Therapist

Massage Therapy

Julie Komorowski

Manual Osteopath

Osteopathy

Christine Brown

Doulas

Hi, I'm Christine and I am a certified childbirth educator. In my prior schooling, I focused on early childhood education (RECE) & children's mental health. I also have an Honours BSc in biological sciences where I enjoyed courses in developmental biology, nutrition, and psychology.

I am a mom to a busy 4 and 1 year old. My 4 year old was who sparked my urge to bring more education to the perinatal world after feeling a bit lost during my birthing experience. Education can be very empowering and that's my ultimate goal; to empower parents-to-be and postpartum parents through their journey.

When I'm not talking all about babies, you can find me teaching children in nature, climbing in a tree, baking, or going on adventures with my kiddos.

I believe that parents need support throughout the journey and that postpartum doesn't stop at 6 weeks. I am excited to share my knowledge with those in The WOMB!

Jess Salt

Administration

Hi there! I'm Jess. I have been working in the administrative field for eight years, in private clinics and a not-for-profit organization that provides services for children with special needs and their families. I recently started a new career path as an Education Assistant Apprentice with the Bluewater District School Board and have been enjoying working with kiddos from JK to Grade 8.

I was born and raised in London and moved to Grey Bruce in 2020 with my husband. We welcomed our daughter in 2021 and have been enjoying the slower pace of living and close community connections, in a small town, while raising her.

I am a holistic enthusiast and have been on a journey to learn and implement a more natural-based lifestyle for the last few years.

I am compassionate and caring and won't hesitate to strike up a conversation with someone new or offer a hug to anyone in need.

I feel so fortunate to be the first person you will see when you walk in the door and can't wait to start this new journey! I am so excited to meet all of the practitioners and wonderful families at The Womb!

Holly Van Rossum

Doulas, Instructors

Holly Van Rossum is a mom of two, a yoga instructor and trained doula. She completed her Yoga teacher training in 2014 and additional certifications in Yin yoga and Prenatal yoga in the same year. She found a deeper passion for everything birth and pregnancy related and went on to complete her Doula training in 2015.

After taking some time to grow her own family, Holly is happy to dive back into the community. She takes pride in being a nurturer and is thrilled to be able to create a safe loving space while guiding women and families into a deeper connection during the transition of starting or growing a family.

Holly was first introduced to The WOMB in Burlington where the services offered had a huge positive impact on her own journey. She is so grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of the team at The WOMB and work alongside families within the community.

Josh Raposo

Holistic Massage, Reflexology