3 Peas Birth Prep: Planning, Pregnancy and Postpartum- Your educational guide for the peripartum period

Hayley Alexander graduated from UBC Masters of Physical Therapy program in 2014. Hayley is the co-founder of Pain Recovery, a virtual pain-care clinic in British Columbia. She works alongside the clinic’s physicians to deliver evidence-informed Group Medical Visits that blend education, movement, and whole-person support. Hayley is currently taking a pause from her in-person pelvic health practice to focus on building Pain Recovery and expanding access to pain education across the province. She deeply misses her perinatal patients and looks forward to returning to that work in the future. Throughout her career, Hayley’s work as a physiotherapist has grown from general practice into two main areas of focus: pelvic health and supporting individuals living with persistent or chronic pain. She works with people across the perinatal journey, guiding them through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and longer-term well-being. As a mother of two, Hayley has personally navigated pelvic health challenges and postpartum recovery. These experiences deepen her understanding of the physical and emotional realities of this stage of life and shape her warm, collaborative, and evidence-based style of care.Hayley is passionate about helping individuals feel confident and supported in their bodies, whether preparing for birth, navigating postpartum recovery, or living with ongoing pain. She is especially committed to integrating pelvic health and modern pain science in ways that feel accessible, practical, and empowering. Outside her clinical work, Hayley enjoys time outdoors with her family, trail runs with friends, and the simple joy of a really good cup of coffee.

Jennifer LaRoy graduated from University of Alberta Physical Therapy program in 2009. Jennifer works as a Physiotherapist in private practice in British Columbia almost exclusively seeing clients for a variety of pelvic health concerns. As Jen works part time with a group of midwives in Chilliwack, a significant proportion of her clients are pregnant or postpartum. More and more, she is seeing individuals in peri and post menopause who are often seeking pelvic health care for the first time. Jen is passionate about educating individuals throughout the spectrum of pelvic health needs. Getting to see those who are pregnant for the first time and helping them understand the changes happening to, not only their pelvic floor, but the rest of their body brings her satisfaction and joy in her job. Guiding people at all stages of life through expectations, questions and fears around their pelvic health is one of her favorite parts of her job as well as breaking down barriers for those seeking care.

Jessica Adaszynski graduated from UBC Physical Therapy program in 2011. Jessica works as a Physiotherapist in both public and a private practice in British Columbia; primarily practicing Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Jessica has a large component of her practice that are pregnant or postpartum individuals; she loves working with this population and loves providing shared care with her Midwifery and Obstetrics colleagues. Jessica feels very strongly that access to good quality education about pregnancy and birth allows people to make the best choice about their care with their healthcare provider. Outside of providing direct Physiotherapy care to patients, she dedicates time to advocacy efforts to make Pelvic Health Physiotherapy accessible for patients across Canada.

Susannah works as a Physiotherapist practicing Pelvic Health and also as an educator in Pelvic Health; with a particular focus on pregnancy and after birth. Over the past 29 years of her clinical practice, Susannah cannot count the times she has been told "I wish I had known about this before!" Susannah believes in the power of education and how vital it is for people to make informed decisions about their health. Susannah is proud to be a part of this project and hopes you find these presentations helpful. As you navigate pregnancy and the postpartum period, keep asking questions until you get the answers you need!

Amanda is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of extensive experience in maternity and newborn care. She brings a calm, supportive and evidence-based approach to birth education, helping families feel informed, confident and empowered as they prepare for labour, birth and early parenting. Amanda believes that informed choices lead to confident births and her goal is to ensure every family feels prepared, supported and capable of advocating for themselves throughout their birth journey. Outside of her Nursing and teaching work, Amanda loves spending time with her amazing daughters, her goofy Weimaraner dog, Denzel, and enjoying any lemon-flavoured treats!