About The Mom Loft
Our Team
The Mom Loft was founded by a team of medical doctors who have spent their careers working with new and expecting mothers. We saw that care was often fragmented, forcing women to go to different places for physical recovery, wellness treatments, and emotional support. We knew there had to be a better way.
Inspired by the strength and needs of the mothers we served, we created The Mom Loft. It was designed from the ground up to be a complete sanctuary. We wanted to build a place that addresses every aspect of the maternal journey in one supportive environment.
Patricia Faneite
MD, Co-Founder
My love for women’s health began years ago when I practiced as a physician in my home country. I later specialized in ultrasound and eventually moved to Canada, where I became a Certified Sonographer and started offering elective ultrasounds that bring comfort, clarity, and connection to expectant families.
Supporting so many moms throughout their pregnancies inspired me to expand my role even further—so I also became a Doula. Today, I blend medical knowledge with nurturing support to help families feel confident and cared for at every step.
I speak English and Spanish, and when I’m not working with moms and babies, you’ll find me with my kids, exploring new foods, or travelling when I get a chance.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Medical Ear Piercing, Laser Skin Treatments, C-Section Scar Release, Doula Care, Skin Tag/Skin Spots Removal.
Diana Canizares
MD, Co-Founder
Supporting and empowering women has been my lifelong purpose, and for over 11 years, I dedicated my career in Ecuador to caring for women as an obstetrician-gynecologist. In that role, I had the privilege of guiding women through many stages of life: adolescence, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. The close, continuous relationships we built allowed me to truly understand their needs, worries, and hopes.
After moving to Canada with my family, I discovered a very different healthcare system, yet my passion for women’s wellness remained the same. I’m grateful to continue offering care, empathy, and guidance to women as they navigate pregnancy and motherhood, combining my clinical background with a warm, supportive approach.
It’s an honour to walk beside you during such a meaningful chapter of your life.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Medical Ear Piercing, Laser Skin Treatments, C-Section Scar Release, Doula Care, Skin Tag/Skin Spots Removal.
Daniela Gonzalez
MD, MEDICAL AESTHETICIAN
Daniela is an internationally trained Medical Doctor with a solid foundation in Medical Aesthetics. After gaining hands-on experience in a dermatologist’s office, she advanced her expertise in Canada by earning a Skin Care Certificate and a Medical Aesthetics Diploma. Her medical knowledge, paired with a deep understanding of skincare treatments, enables her to provide personalized care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Committed to delivering exceptional results, Daniela is a trusted expert in the ever-evolving field of medical aesthetics..
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Medical Ear Piercing, Laser Skin Treatments, C-Section Scar Release, Doula Care, Skin Tag/Skin Spots Removal.
Paola Vallarino
MD, NUTRITIONIST. LACTATION CONSULTANT. SLEEP & WELLBEING SPECIALIST.
Paola is an Internationally Educated Physician, a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. As a mother herself, she struggled with breastfeeding and that's what motivated her to specialize in Lactation. She has over 10 years of medical background and many years of clinical experience in Lactation Medicine. She holds a Diploma in Pediatric Nutrition and she’s currently pursuing a Diploma in Perinatal & Pediatric Clinical Nutrition. Paola is also a Certified Sleep & Wellbeing Specialist and a Certified Low Milk Supply Specialist. She has additional training in Pumping & Feeding Gear, Infant Craniosacral Therapy and Oral Habilitation. She possesses extensive clinical experience in assessing Oral Ties and Dysfunction, which can lead to various feeding challenges. In her practice, she collaborates closely with both pediatricians and pediatric dentists to ensure comprehensive care for her patients.
She provides families with feeding support when breastfeeding, pumping, supplementing and with solid foods. She's fluent in English and Spanish.
For Paola, every family is special, and giving them compassionate, judgement-free support by working on their unique feeding goals is her number one priority.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Nutritionist, Lactation/Breastfeeding Consultations, Sleep Consultations .
Alicia Cerda
LACTATION CONSULTANT
Alicia has over 10 years of healthcare experience, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, as well as a certification as a Lactation Consultant. Alicia has experience in various aspects of lactation and feeding challenges, including latching issues, assessing oral ties, and providing bottle feeding and pumping support. With fluency in both English and Spanish, she offers services ranging from prenatal classes to breastfeeding support and introduction to solids.
Having breastfed two boys after overcoming different challenges, Alicia is passionate about helping moms connect with their babies. Her goal is to accompany families in their journey in a non-judgmental way, and help them achieve their feeding goals with a personalized approach.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Lactation and Breastfeeding Consultations
Marcela Collignon
Certified Doula
Hello, my name is Marcela Collignon. I’m from Mexico, and I’ve been taking care of people for over 9 years, mainly children and newborns, but also the elderly and babies with special needs. When I heard about being a Doula, I felt it was a path I wanted to take because I feel passionate about caring for others and would love to help moms and parents during the transition of welcoming a new life.
I certified myself with DONA International, and when I found out about The Mom Loft, I felt it would be a great fit and opportunity for me.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Birth, Postpartum, Overnight and Sibling Doula
Fernanda Ibarra
Certified Doula
Hello, I'm Fernanda Ibarra. I was born in Chile, but moved to Toronto five years ago. I am very passionate about children and babies, and I love to see and experience each stage they go through, which is why I have been dedicated to taking care of them for more than 4 years. When I discovered what doulas were, it caught my attention because it was something I had already done without knowing that this role existed, so I decided that becoming a doula is something I would like to focus on to guide mothers on this beautiful path of motherhood. I trained with DONA International, and I decided to work with The Mom Loft because I like their approach, and since it is led by latinas, it makes me feel closer to home being here in Canada while being able to support families during pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Languages: English & Spanish
Services: Birth, Postpartum, Overnight and Sibling Doula
Jillian Hostick, RN
Languages: English
Services: Vitamin Therapy (IV Infusions and IM)
Elisa Ruffolo BSC (HON), MSC, CSEP-CEP
Elisa is a certified First Aid and CPR Instructor/Examiner with the Lifesaving Society. She discovered her passion for teaching while working as a Teaching Assistant during her Graduate studies at York University. She is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology and has vast work experience in fitness, health, dance and education. She has worked as a Kinesiologist in a physical rehabilitation setting and also designed and led exercise programs for cardiac and stroke rehabilitation patients. In 2009, she joined the faculty at Humber College and has taught in both the Fitness and Health Promotion and Massage Therapy programs.
After the birth of her first child in 2010, Elisa developed a keen interest in child safety. She believes that all parents and caregivers should be prepared for an emergency. This led to the creation of the Parent and Caregiver Workshop, which she has been fortunate enough to offer to many parents, grandparents, babysitters and other caregivers in her community.
When she is not teaching First Aid courses and workshops, Elisa enjoys working out, reading and chasing after her four very busy and active children.
Languages: English
Services: CPR/First Aid Workshops