Trusted Local Practitioners
I’ve personally vetted and worked with every practitioner on this list, so you can feel totally confident connecting with these trusted Calgary experts for your pregnancy, postpartum, and family wellness needs.
Dr. Laura Vandertogt
ChiropractorWith over a decade of experience, Dr. Laura specializes in pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatric care using a gentle, evidence-based approach. Certified in the Webster technique, Craniosacral Therapy, and postpartum corrective exercise, she addresses concerns ranging from pelvic biomechanics to infant latch and motor milestones. A mother of three, Dr. Laura provides holistic, collaborative treatment—including manual adjustments and myofascial release—to help families stay active and empowered through every stage of parenthood.
Dr. Madison Baile
ChiropractorDr. Madison is dedicated to proactive family wellness, specializing in nervous system optimization from preconception through childhood development. Certified in the Webster Technique, PIPS (Pediatric Intraoral Palate Specific), and GrowCo Postnatal Rehab, she expertly addresses pregnancy support, postpartum recovery, and infant latch or breastfeeding challenges. With a background in Kinesiology and evidence-based chiropractic care, Dr. Madison provides targeted, compassionate treatment to help parents and children thrive during their most critical milestones.
Briane Hillaby
Registered Massage TherapistWith over 11 years of experience, Briane specializes in a slow, root-cause approach to massage that improves overall well-being. She is highly skilled in treating headaches, migraines, and postural strains, with a deep-rooted passion for prenatal massage informed by her own experiences with motherhood. Graduating from Mount Royal’s 2200-hour program, Briane uses intentional techniques to alleviate the unique aches and pains of pregnancy and daily life.
Hilary McDermott
Pelvic Floor PhysiotherapistHilary is a registered physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor rehabilitation with a focus on holistic, preventative care. Holding a Master’s in Physical Therapy, she combines postural correction and functional exercise to address pregnancy and postpartum concerns, ensuring issues are never suffered in silence. Hilary is dedicated to empowering her clients through education, helping them restore optimal function and prevent future recurrence at any stage of their journey.
Dr. Janic Michels
Doctor of AcupunctureJanic is a registered acupuncturist specializing in women’s health, fertility, and mental well-being. Having completed an intensive mentorship with industry experts, she integrates acupuncture and herbal medicine to support patients through menstrual health, preconception, and infertility. Janic’s compassionate approach provides a safe, restorative environment to balance the body and mind, helping clients navigate the journey to and through parenthood with holistic, evidence-based care.
Dr. Lindsay Fox
Doctor of Traditional Chinese MedicineLindsay is a Doctor of Acupuncture and TCM specializing in women’s health, fertility, and pregnancy care. With experience from the Chengdu University of TCM in China, she focuses on root-cause healing through pre- and post-IVF preparation, postnatal support, and labor-encouraging treatments. By incorporating electroacupuncture and frequency medicine, Lindsay provides holistic care for hormonal balance and vitality, empowering patients to achieve long-term wellness through a safe, integrative approach.