The WOMB Guelph

Lindsay Newby

Co-owner, General Manager

Administration, Co-owner

Lindsay has worked in the sports industry for the past 15 years, but it was her experience at The WOMB Milton back in 2014 that changed her life's trajectory and put her on this path. Suffering a number of complications after the birth of her first daughter, Lindsay found the hope and support she was looking for when she became a client in Milton shortly after attending a course there. It was the first time she felt nurtured, supported and hopeful that she would heal and that everything would turn out okay. This experience was transformative and as Lindsay will tell you "life changing" for her and has been the driving force for bringing this incredible clinic and these services to Guelph in order to better support families in this community. She never wanted anyone to have to go through what she went through and knew she needed to bring The WOMB to her own community of Guelph.

Although it was always Lindsay's dream, it wasn't until the pandemic hit that Lindsay even thought it was a possibility. She sent the franchise information to her husband on a whim and was surprised by his overwhelming support. Around that time Lindsay made an appointment with a local Naturopathic doctor named Courtney and the rest is history!

Lindsay is the proud mom and step-mom to four beautiful kids-Collin, Jocelyn, Zoey and Avery. She loves spending time with her family, scary movies, traveling, playing hockey and all things sport and fitness.

Dr. Natalia Rey-Caughlin

Co-Owner, ND

Administration, Co-owner, Naturopathy

Dr. Natalia began her WOMB journey by practicing as a Naturopathic Doctor at The WOMB Woodstock. Throughout her pregnancy working there, she quickly realized how much this community and its many offerings were lacking in Guelph, where she lives. Mothering in isolation, she was craving so much of what she knew could be offered under one roof, in an environment that nurtures you through important life transitions. Ancestrally, children were reared in communities and the parents were given an abundance of support. In modern times, so many parents are left to do it alone. This has been one of the biggest driving forces behind her desire to bring The WOMB to Guelph and create a supportive community to help families thrive.

Her mission is for parents to trust their intuition and reconnect to their needs. She wants families to have the tools they need to be healthy, nourished and protected for their own health and the health of future generations.

Dr. Natalia has experience working with optimizing fertility and preparing the body for pregnancy, supporting women and birthing people during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and helping people struggling with hormone imbalances (PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, chronic stress, thyroid disorders, acne, painful periods, mood imbalances) and stress-related disorders (insomnia, digestive issues, anxiety & depression). She loves helping women and birthing people with the mental, emotional and spiritual journey that accompanies the transition from an individual to a parent, by helping them feel safe, nourished and connected.

Natalia is a board certified Naturopathic Doctor and certified Naturopathic Doula. She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Before pursuing a path in Naturopathic Medicine, she attended Wilfrid Laurier University where she obtained a Degree in Biology and a minor in Psychology.

At home, she is a mother and partner. She enjoys cooking all kinds of creative new dishes with her family and spending lots of time in nature, foraging and walking barefoot in the grass as much as possible.

She would be honoured to work with you and support you on your health journey so that you may live an enriched life with purpose and have the energy to pursue your goals and dreams.

Dr. Courtney Clayson-Russell

Co-Owner, ND, MSc.

Administration, Co-owner, Naturopathy

Dr. Courtney Clayson-Russell, ND, is passionate about an integrative approach to healthcare, supporting her patients through their own unique health journey, and providing them with tools to
reach their goals. She has a special focus in women’s health, especially in the realm of fertility, hormones, and pre/postnatal care. She also works quite closely with the pediatric population, and
her hope is to make children’s health care more accessible. Dr. Courtney also holds certifications in Facial Rejuvenation & Cosmetic Acupuncture and as a Naturopathic Birth Doula.
During her schooling at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), Dr. Courtney started her own journey to motherhood, and decided to take additional courses in fertility,
preconception, and birth, to better serve her patients. Her husband, Stewart Russell, is the Director of Embryology and Implantation at a renowned fertility clinic, and through his expertise, she has had the honour of learning more about reproductive endocrinology field. She has been practicing in Guelph for a number of years and during this time has helped many patients achieve their goals, as well as has led two online mama summits, created a wellness tea line with a local maker, and is in the midst of creating two online recipe books.

As a mother, Dr. Courtney felt compelled to bring a space that created a sense of community to Guelph, one that combined her passion for fertility, women’s health and pediatrics, as well as
working with other like-minded practitioners under the same roof. When Dr. Courtney learned of The WOMB’s mission to nurture and nourish families, while bringing a sense of community and
connection, she felt this aligned perfectly with what she hoped for in the Guelph and surrounding area.

Dr. Courtney is a mother to a beautiful young daughter, and operates two other small businesses, Well Baked Box and Fecunditas Fertility, with her supportive husband. In her spare time, Courtney loves to be active, playing Ultimate Frisbee, hiking, weight-training, and drinking her favourite tea, a Matcha latte. Courtney has come to understand the incredible power
that movement and lifestyle play in enhancing our lives and healing our bodies. She looks to supporting you in your personal health journey.

Dr. Jessica Santos

DC, ICPA

Chiropractor

Dr. Jessica Santos is a family chiropractor, whose passion lies in working with aspiring, expecting or postnatal mamas, as well as ALL the babes she can possibly handle! While she loves to serve practice members of all ages, she has always held a special love for working with families through the common challenges of pregnancy, parenthood, infancy & childhood – and encouraging families to be able to optimize their life experiences and reach their true potential through chiropractic care.  It is her experience as an 'almost lifetime' chiropractic patient being adjusted from the age of 3, that inspired her to become a Chiropractor herself.

After completing undergraduate work in Psychology & Kinesiology at both Ryerson & York Universities respectively, she completed her post-graduate degree as a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) in 2017 from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). She has completed multiple additional qualification courses through the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association), most notably being her Webster Certification designed to support optimal neurological function and structural alignment throughout mama's pregnancy, and to encourage baby's innate impulse and ability to get into an ideal position for birth. She is also certified, and has extensive experience working with the PIPS (Pediatric Intraoral Palate Specific) technique and associated bodywork, which is intended to identify and treat suspected or confirmed intraoral dysfunction related to tethered oral tissues (such as tongue tie and lip tie), TMJD, and poor tongue function (both pre and post revision). Her work with infants has allowed her to gain a wide-ranging familiarity working with infants with both common and uncommon infancy and childhood complaints, ranging from colic, reflux and torticollis – to retained primitive reflexes, cerebral palsy, and neurodivergent conditions. Most recently, Dr. Jess has become a Certified Pre and Post Natal Coach (CPPC), allowing her to foster another passion of raising the standard of care for mamas after birth (and beyond) by showing them how to properly regain strength and rebuild their bodies safely and effectively after carrying, birthing and raising their minis.

Dr. Jess has two little girls of her own, which have inspired her to become passionate about researching, developing, and advocating for true informed choice and freedom through pregnancy, birthing, and child-raising experiences. She strongly attributes her incredible experience throughout pregnancy and birth, as well as her continued family wellness, to routine chiropractic care. She prioritizes continued education to grow her knowledge base, to be able to educate her practice members and her community about our body's innate potential and emphasizes the importance of collaborative care to better serve the families of her community.

In her spare time, Dr. Jess loves spending quality time with her family and friends, as well as travelling, swimming, paddleboarding, & learning about anything related to life span nutrition, fostering immune function, or natural and chemical-free parenting. She is an ocean lover, is obsessed with pasta, loves playing and watching multiple sports, and loves to meet new people – so don't hesitate to come and say hi!

Michelle Green

MA, RP, CCC

Psychotherapy

Michelle is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor. She holds a Masters of Arts Degree in Psychotherapy and Spiritual Care. Michelle has a history of working with diverse populations of clients including children, adolescents, families, and women who have experienced abuse and violence. She has completed numerous post-graduate trainings in trauma therapy, family & couples therapy, attachment and family of origin work, children’s therapy, and Perinatal (Fertility, Birth and Postpartum) Mental Health.

Michelle is passionate about assisting caregivers in growing their capacity to be authentic in care for themselves. She recognizes that struggles in the Perinatal period (and in parenting at any time) are not limited to those who identify as mothers, and that not all new parents are coupled, married, cisgendered, or heterosexual.

She strives to support caregivers however they show up, to care for their whole selves with love and tenderness through the difficult, beautiful, messy and even sometimes disappointing world of parenting. Her therapeutic work with caregivers focuses on helping them to build compassionate relationships not only with their children, but also with themselves. Her approach to clients is Relational, Family Centred, Feminist, and Narrative informed. She employs an integrative approach to her therapeutic work in order to best fit the presenting needs of the client. Her graduate training in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy also allows her to offer care in a unique and holistic manner that acknowledges the full person in their healing and growth.

Kerri Mooney

MSW, RSW

Social Worker

Kerri believes in a collaborative approach to counselling and acknowledges the importance of holding a safe space for all to feel supported, heard, and validated. Kerri is a client centered therapist and uses different evidence based frameworks to best meet each individual’s therapeutic goals. Her passion is supporting caregivers with their mental health and wellness.

Kerri is a mother of two and has first-hand knowledge about the practical and emotional challenges of balancing a professional and family life. She draws from her professional and personal experiences when working with families, celebrating their successes, and problem solving setbacks throughout their lives. Kerri wants to provide you and your family with the support, information, and tools to feel better, no matter where you are on your journey

Emma Bonafiglia

MPT, Honours BSc. (kin)

Orthopaedic physiotherapy, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Emma is a Registered Physiotherapist who practices Pelvic Health and Orthopaedic physiotherapy. She completed her Honours Bachelor in Kinesiology at McMaster University followed by her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy at Queens University. Emma has since completed advanced training in pelvic health and is rostered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario to perform internal pelvic exams.

She provides support for a variety of pelvic health concerns including: bladder and bowel concerns (urinary incontinence, urgency, frequency, fecal incontinence, constipation), pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic girdle pain, persistent low back pain, hip, and tailbone pain, painful intercourse, and diastasis rectus abdominus. Emma has a passion for supporting women throughout pregnancy, in preparation for labour and birth, and through all stages of the postpartum journey.

Outside of work, Emma loves to be active! She can be found running, figure skating, hiking, or doing strength and pilates classes. She also enjoys baking, organizing, and continuously learning!

Shannon Clutton Carr

Hons.BKin, MPT, CGIMS, Pilates Instructor

Instructor, Orthopaedic physiotherapy, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Shannon joins The WOMB Guelph after nearly 15 years of clinical practice in orthopedics, sports injuries, and pelvic health physiotherapy. She rostered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in the area of pelvic floor physiotherapy in 2018 and has honed a clinical focus on peri-natal and peri-menopausal health. Her specific clinical interests include chronic low back or hip pain, dyspareunia/painful penetration, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence, bladder or bowel urgency, pregnancy-related pain conditions, labour and delivery prep, and post-partum recovery and conditioning.

Shannon is passionate about the biopsychosocial aspects of women’s health and creating a community of women helping women. She firmly believes in honouring matrescence and all it has to offer. She uses education and movement to empower and inspire other mothers to connect to themselves and create a healthy body and mind even while in the throes of major life transition.

Shannon has successfully built and grown a clinical Pilates program that incorporates full body strengthening, postural control, breath work, and lumbopelvic/core strengthening that pairs beautifully with pelvic floor rehabilitation. She is STOTT Pilates mat and reformer trained since 2011 and continues to teach regularly in the community at local fitness studios and the University of Guelph.

Shannon recently added the assessment and treatment of infant feeding-related concerns to her repertoire of care. She works with parents to assess and treat common musculoskeletal issues associated with tongue/lip tie, poor latching, mastitis, torticollis, and more. She is continuing to develop this skill set and is excited to be able to co-treat with the lactation and feeding team at The WOMB.

In 2022, she started peer facilitating virtual support groups for bereaved parents through the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre. She has spent many years learning about trauma recovery and navigating life after pregnancy loss at any stage. As a bereaved mother who has also experienced pregnancy after loss herself, she creates a safe space for bereaved mothers to experience trauma-informed pelvic health care. She continues to develop her physiotherapy practice through a trauma-informed lens and is looking forward to collaborating with the network of empathetic practitioners at The WOMB Guelph to help bereaved parents in need of whole body care.

Shannon grew up dancing ballet in Guelph. Her physical activity is now centered on fitting in Peloton workouts when she can while juggling a busy lifestyle with her young family. She loves reading, movies, good coffee, and baking.

Jessica David

Myofunctional Therapy

Jessica is a Registered Dental Hygienist, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist and lifetime learner! Her training started in the dental field back in 2011 through the Dental Assisting program, followed by the Dental Hygiene program at Fanshawe College. In 2020, she acquired the additional training requirements to pursue a career in myofunctional therapy and then opened her own clinic to provide this valuable service to her community and beyond with the option for both in-person and virtual appointments.

As a Dental Hygienist, her interest has always been in education. She loves having the opportunity to educate patients on the connection between one’s oral health and overall health, so myofunctional therapy was a perfect fit! It has expanded her ability to educate patients on the muscles used for breathing, speaking, chewing and swallowing and how they can impact one’s health. During her studies, Jessica became aware of her own myofunctional disorders, including a tongue tie and addressing them has resulted in significant benefits!

Jessica’s knowledge gained from working as a Dental Hygienist, combined with her ongoing studies in the field of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy allows her to offer a thorough approach in assessing, identifying and determining underlying contributing factors for myofunctional disorders. She takes into account a person's whole health and concerns, connecting the dots to address the root cause, rather than just treating the symptoms. Myofunctional therapy requires a collaborative approach to treatment, so Jessica is very excited to work with the team at TheWOMB so that she can collaborate with like-minded professionals to help her patients reach their health goals.

Feel free to reach out to her for more information on how you or your child may benefit from Myofunctional therapy!

Alyssa Robertson O’Leary

Behaviour Therapy

Ashley Sherriff

RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

I graduated from Humber College in June 2012 obtaining an advanced Diploma, and in December 2012 became registered with the College of Massage Therapists of
Ontario. I have worked in a few different locations since being registered, which has given me the opportunity to work with a variety of clientele.

I have experience with MVA, WSIB, concussions, stress relief, acute or chronic injuries, weekend warriors, regular maintenance, postural dysfunctions, pre/postnatal, infants, children, sport injuries, geriatric, and hospice/hospital settings. General Swedish massage techniques are the ones taught in school, and I have expanded mine with a few courses: Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment, Accupressure level 1&2, Positional Release Technique, and Reiki Level 1.

My App​roach
I want to take my focus of practice more towards a holistic approach to treatment. As I have learned through treating, emotional stressors can show up in the body as
physical dysfunctions, and then manifest themselves. I have always and will continue to treat each person individually, and focus the treatment on achieving the goals that have been set out by my client.

Get to know Ashley
· Currently working part time as an instructor in a Massage Therapy Program for a local college.
· Wife and mum to 3 beautiful girls
· Loves her cup of tea any time of the day
· Enjoys her hobby of crocheting and baking
· Figure skated for 15 years

Mark Levine

B.A., R.M.T.

Manual Therapy

Mark has been in practice since 1990 and has come to be widely recognized as a skilled and compassionate practitioner and teacher of craniosacral therapy and its related osteopathic manual practices of visceral manipulation, myofascial release, joint mobilization and matrix repatterning.

Mark’s strongest competencies with infants and children are the result of working with thousands of clients over the last 32 years.

Mark graduated Summa Cum Laude from McMaster University in 1988 with an Honours B.A. in Philosophy, plus most of a B.Sc., then graduated in 1990 from the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy.

Mark taught anatomy and physiology at the college, and developed and taught a course on self care for massage therapists. He then also assisted in teaching many of the craniosacral therapy courses for the Upledger Institute and the Cranial Therapy Centre with Robert Harris.

Mark is committed to lifelong learning by attending and teaching courses in osteopathic manual therapies (OMT) such as Craniosacral Therapy, Strain/Counterstrain,  Myofascial Release, Fascial Trains, Visceral Manipulation, Muscle Energy Techniques, Joint Mobilization, Applied Kinesiology, Neuromuscular Therapy, Ergonomics, SomatoEmotional Release,  Psychotherapeutic Bodywork, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Therapeutic Touch, Pediatric Therapy, Working with Special Children, and Patient Active Treatment Approaches.  Most recently he completed a year long practitioner course in Matrix Repatterning with Dr. George Roth.

In the past Mark has practiced with Dr. Robert Gatis, N.D. and Dr. Christopher Hassell, M.D.   Mark also designed, built, owned and was Clinical Director for 7 years of  Wellspring Therapeutics, a multidisciplinary clinic in Newmarket, Ontario offering craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, art therapy, psychotherapy and biofeedback.

Mark is also a writer with numerous published articles, and a teacher of courses and workshops to both the therapeutic community and to general audiences.

Mark has been on the faculty of Centennial College, having developed and taught the craniosacral curriculum for the Holistic Practitioner / Complementary Care Program.

Mark lectured to and served as editor and language advisor to the board of the International Functional Association – IFUNA – an organization concerned with functional orthodontics.

Mark is a member of the Ontario Massage Therapist Association (OMTA), the International Association of Healthcare Practitioners (IAHP), the American Craniosacral Therapy Association (ACTA), and has been a Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.) since 1990.

Mark has two grown up daughters and two grandsons :), and is an avid outdoors enthusiast and adventure cyclist.

Stephanie Froll

BScH HK, MOMSc

Osteopathy

Hi, I'm Stephanie, an osteopathic manual practitioner (OMP) with a focus on providing preventative, maintenance, and corrective osteopathic care. In addition, I also offer a very integrated and unique service that provides both physical manipulations as well as guidance in stability training regimes.

My training as an OMP places a focus on the principles of Classical Osteopathy, as defined by the founding father, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. These principles emphasize the relationship between the structure and function of the anatomy, where the goal of treatment is to establish an environment of self-healing and regulation for the body.

Occasionally you may find that in treatment, a certain area may hurt, but the practitioner works on a very different part of the body. It is not that the practitioner is ignoring your pain, but is searching for the primary cause of the dysfunction, a criteria that is met by the capacity of proper motion. Osteopathy requires not only a vast knowledge of anatomy and physiology, but also requires an understanding of the connection that exists between the two, how structure and function are reciprocally interrelated.

When you have adjusted the physical to its normal demands, Nature universally supplies the remainder. —Philosophy and Mechanical Principles of Osteopathy

Therefore, my goal of treatment is to provide the best possible care, tailored to the individual, to promote effective and efficient healing.

Abby McKenzie

IBCLC

Lactation Consultant

Alex Wachelka

IBCLC

Lactation Consultant

Alex is a Lactation Consultant and member of the Canadian Lactation Consultants Association. Alex’s aim is to help mothers feel seen, heard and validated while helping reach their breastfeeding goals with a non-judgmental, supportive and holistic approach. She is a graduate of the Breastfeeding Program at Mohawk College and has a BSc in nutrition. Alex previously worked in the natural health industry until the birth of her first child. She found her passion for breastfeeding/chestfeeding support at that time and decided to make it a career! She puts your feeding goals first and is dedicated to ensuring you feel well supported and confident in how you feed your baby. In her off time she enjoys spending her time with her husband and two boys. 

Dr. Traci Scheepstra

Ph.D

Music & Movement

Traci L. Scheepstra, Ph.D., Founding Principal, is an award winning teacher educator with teaching experience at three top-tier Canadian universities in education and dance. She worked at the university level for fourteen years as an educational researcher, teacher mentor, course instructor, and elementary arts specialist. Traci received her Ph.D. from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto (OISE/UT) in Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning. Her doctoral research focused on school-related gender-based violence in elementary contexts. She also completed her Master of Arts in Dance, and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts Studies and Dance at York University.

With a career spanning over three decades, Traci has taught in various educational settings with learners of all ages. She founded and operated a creative arts centre in Pickering, ON from 1994-2007. This centre saw thousands of children through its doors for music, movement, drama, and visual arts classes, drumming programs, community choir, summer camps, creative arts birthday parties, and more. In 2019, Traci and her daughter co-founded Embodied Learnings, an education nonprofit that offers resources, support and professional development for teachers in holistic curriculum, experiential learning, arts education, and Indigenous Knowledge.

Traci recently founded Walnut Forest Academy in Eden Mills, ON, which offers holistically rooted programs for children 4-6 years of age with an emphasis on arts education and land-based learning. Traci is also passionate about curriculum, pedagogy and research in the fields of mental health and wellness, restorative practices, and conflict resolution and communication.

In 2014, Traci received her Executive and Life Coaching Certification which has served her well as a Teacher Mentor at the university level and for Embodied Learnings, and as a Human Potential and Positivity Coach for her business theLOVEproject365. Traci is also an accomplished writer. She has publications in the field of education, she’s created hundreds of teacher resources, writes blogs for Embodied Learnings and theLOVEproject, and is in the early stages of writing her first book.

Traci is an eternal optimist and multi-passionate human being who is deeply committed to helping others thrive. She lives in Eden Mills, ON with her husband and dog Molly. She loves spending time with family including her children and grandchildren. Traci spends much of her free time writing, exploring the great outdoors, practicing yoga, and dancing.

Alexie Reilly

Doula Team

Alexie's passion for all things fertility stems from her four-year journey of trying to conceive. When starting her reproductive assistance journey in 2018, she was incredibly confused, alone and scared. She had no idea what to expect and didn't know anyone that had or was experiencing what she was going through. However, by connecting with a community, years of experience and studying to become a Fertility Support Doula - she found her true passion for supporting and helping others on this challenging path.

Fertility Support Doulas are trained professionals who provide preconception support to individuals and their partners. Just as a birth doula brings non-medical, non-judgmental informational, emotional, and physical support to the time around labour and birth, a Fertility Support Doula brings that same model to preconception and (in)fertility.

Alexie's support is individualized based on the person's needs. She provides evidence-based information on tracking and charting fertility, emotional support, and holistic resources to support your path to parenthood.

Christine Poulin

Doula Team

Christine is a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, a Childbirth Educator and Birth Hypnosis Coach.

She helps her clients step into their power and discover all the beautiful ways they can welcome their baby into the world. She believes that everyone can experience an empowering birth journey, when they learn the specific tools to help them achieve their birthing goals.

Lillian Carvalho

Doula Team

Laura Dyet

Full Spectrum Doula, Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher, Fitness Specialist

Doula Team, Instructor

Laura is a certified Full-Spectrum Doula, Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher, and Pre/Postnatal Fitness specialist who supports all folks through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Before becoming a full-time doula, Laura completed her Masters degree in Early Childhood Education and worked in the education sector for several years. She is passionate about early childhood development, and applies these skills to her work with young families.

Laura is passionate about evidence-based practices, reproductive justice, and community-based care.
She continues to radicalize her practice through the principles of anti-racism, trauma-informed care, decolonization, and advocacy. At The WOMB, Laura offers group and private yoga classes, doula support, and a variety of workshops.

Outside of her professional life, Laura is an avid reader, traveller, and hockey player. She loves finding new hiking trails and takes extra pleasure in spotting new species of fungi.

Clare Esler

Yoga

Instructor

Clare’s yoga classes have been called refreshing, grounding, playful, and unique. The mix of traditional yogic practices with exploratory movement is what so many students love about her classes. With clear instruction that supports the student’s free choice in applying, adapting, or declining instructions, Clare provides a calm and creative environment to become embodied and to release tension.

Clare’s most unique offering to date is her women’s circles which include this unique mix of yoga and exploration with ancestral wisdom, connection, and storytelling. She is thrilled to be offering these circles for mothers and women at every stage of their motherhood journey at The WOMB in Guelph.

Clare is a certified 200-RYT with Karma Teachers Toronto. Her interests and continuing education have focused on a variety of movement and mindfulness modalities including Qi Gong, joint mobility, restorative yoga, Eastern Medicine, pre and post-natal yoga, and various mind-body techniques for regulating the nervous system.

Lucy D’Aguilar

Fitness Specialist

Instructor

Lucy specializes in postpartum fitness training and rehabilitation through her unique fitness classes. Lucy was recently recognized for being one of the top fitness trainers/instructors in Guelph by The Tribune Readers Choice Awards for 2022.

Lucy creates a community in her classes that encourages a supportive and nurturing environment. She helps you understand the foundation needed to build on and strengthen your adapting needs throughout motherhood. No matter what your fitness level or background, there is a place for you in her approachable classes.

She achieved a BA with honours in Sports Development with Physical Education from Liverpool John Moores University, England and has extensive education and background in pelvic floor health, diastasis rectus abdominus and postpartum core rehabilitation from governing bodies such as Pelvic Health Solutions, Body Harmonics, Girls Gone Strong and more. This allows her to modify exercises to fit individual needs and meet each person where they are at. She knows returning to fitness after baby can be humbling and she is there to support you through that journey.

Lucy is also a busy mother of three girls Eden, Sadie and Flora who have inspired her to research and develop the fitness classes mothers deserve. She strongly believes that the postpartum body deserves more in the fitness industry and has been offering these post partum fitness classes in Guelph for over 7 years.

In her spare time you will find her travelling home to visit her family in England, spending quality time with her family, renovating her Guelph home and trying out new fitness interests.

You can follow her on Instagram at @fitandeats to access tips and education on post partum fitness.

Sabrina Böhmer

Yoga Therapist

Instructor

Sabrina Böhmer is the certified yoga therapist, yoga teacher, and mindfulness enthusiast behind Mindful Yoga by Sabrina. With a holistic approach, she helps clients navigate their challenging experiences using evidence-based mindfulness practices, neuroscience, and embodied resources.

The aim of Sabrina’s sessions is to provide clients with personalized tools, knowledge, and intuition to regulate the nervous system and promote homeostasis. Simply put, she equips clients with their own toolkit that helps them respond to life’s challenges. Clients walk away with a greater sense of self, mind-body connection, moment-to-moment awareness, understanding of deep-seated patterns, and feeling grounded.

In her experience, she has worked with refugees, trafficked survivors, and marginalized populations to offer them physical, psychological, and emotional relief.

She is currently a supervisor for yoga therapist trainees at The Minded Institute in London, UK and offers virtual
yoga therapy sessions.