About Alma Care

The way postpartum is treated in North America is very different from other cultures in the world. Having a Singaporean mother, I was very familiar with the Chinese tradition of zuo yue ze, or "sitting the month". This is a common practice in China and Asian cultures, whereby the mother rests for 30 to 40 days postpartum and there's a huge focus placed on recovery. When you eat well, sleep well, and give the body what it needs it’s scientifically proven that the mother can give her baby what it needs. Sleeping well once you've had a baby? Seems like a very foreign concept to most of us.

I was lucky enough to experience this with both my babies. Having the proper support in place to help me recover, I was eased into postpartum life, and it wasn't something I had to suffer through on my own. It was a special experience where I was taken care of and was able to give all my energy to my babies. Sharing this with many of my friends and hearing about their experiences pushed me to dig deeper. Sadly, there is not a lot of support for mothers who experience postpartum.

I wanted to be a part of the necessary change to postpartum care. With my experience of co-founding Greenhouse, a cold-pressed juice company, I know how important it is to be proactive with our health. That what we put into our bodies can make a huge difference. I think the same care and proactive nature should extend to postpartum care.

our approach

We provide a comfortable and completely outfitted accommodation for you to focus on recovery, with a 24/7 care team dedicated to you and your baby. Making the postpartum transition as easy as possible.

Our hotel rooms are equipped with everything a parent needs to make their stay comfortable and stress-free, including hospital grade products, breastfeeding pillows, bassinets and more. Each room has been thoughtfully designed with a parent and baby in mind.

Additionally, we provide amenities such as toiletries, towels, bathrobes, diapers, wipes and all the necessary postpartum supplies for parent. During your stay, you will be provided with 3 nutritious and recovery focused meals. Drawing influence from Asian cultures, where food is a huge part of recovery, our meals are warming, satiating and focused on optimising your health so you can care for your baby. Thoughtfully designed teas, broths and snacks, will be available to you all day.
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Parents have the option to spend time in their suite or in our Parents’ Lounge, where daily workshops are provided. Alma Care is here to provide a sense of community, reminding parents that this journey is not something they have to do on their own. All hotel amenities including the gym are available to guests during their stay. Our Baby Nursery is available to parents to have their baby stay with our care team as much or as little as they need, with overnight care as an option.

Alma Care is here to create a peaceful haven for all parents to recover, recharge and receive the care and support they need during this transformative time in their lives.

meet our team

Our philosophy is simple — hire a team of diverse, passionate people and foster a culture that empowers you to do your best work.

Melissa Gallagher

Co-founder & Interim CEO

Melissa is a Mother and devoted champion for reshaping the postpartum experience in Canada. As longtime advocate for women's health and wellness, Melissa quickly identified a gap after having her first child - recognizing that a one-size-fits-all approach to postpartum care falls short in ensuring women's comprehensive recovery. Melissa is an established leader in the wellness space, with a track record for building and accelerating high growth brands. Her passion for innovation and constant improvement has extended to building Alma Care, a platform for women and families to thrive.

Holly Orlesky

Director of Care

Holly Orlesky, our Director of Care, is a seasoned Labour and Delivery nurse with an impressive 20+ years of expertise. Having delivered and cared for over 20,000 newborns, Holly's extensive experience spans renowned hospitals like North York General, Oakville Trafalgar, and Joseph Brant. Her deep understanding and passion for our mission, ensures unparalleled care for mothers and newborns alike.

Linda Nguyen

Director of Customer Experience

Linda Nguyen is currently the Director of Guest Experience here at Alma Care. With extensive years of experience in Early Childhood Development, working with families and children she was surprised to find herself pursing a career in the hospitality. She was the founding team of the first high-tech low touch boutique hotel here in Toronto and found fulfilment in defining what true guest experience service was about. After almost six years, she wanted to marry both of her worlds finding purpose in helping families through their journey here at Alma.

Dr. Dan Nayot

Medical Advisor

Dr. Dan Nayot is a renowned reproductive medicine specialist and innovator. He is the Medical Director of Canada's rapidly expanding fertility clinic network and co-founder of Future Fertility, a med-tech startup integrating artificial intelligence in reproductive medicine. His academic achievements include a medical degree from the University of Western Ontario, a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Toronto, and a Master's in Clinical Epidemiology from Harvard University.

Dr. Kathryn Dundas

Medical Advisor

Dr. Kathryn Dundas is a notable fourth-generation medical doctor in Calgary, Alberta. She graduated from the University of Calgary as the Nat Christie Scholar and holds a Master's in Integrative Oncology from the University of Florida. Dr. Dundas founded Primary MD in 2004, Canada's first private medical clinic, and is also the CEO of Sublime Wellness, reflecting her dedication to integrative medical care and patient well-being.

Dr. Danny Kreichman

Medical Advisor

Dr. Danny Kreichman is a respected Obstetrician and Gynecologist, specializing in core obstetrics and urogynecology at North York General Hospital. He completed his medical education and a five-year residency program at the University of Toronto. His clinical expertise focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the female reproductive system. Dr. Kreichman's commitment to his field and his patients is evident in his dedicated practice and specialized knowledge.

Anne Matthews RAc, TCMP, FABORM

Medical Advisor

Anne Matthews RAc, TCMP, FABORM, owner of Energy Tree Studios - a fertility focused acupuncture clinic with locations in both Toronto and Oakville - is a highly sought after practitioner with a reputation for excellent, empathetic and evidence based care. Through holistic and collaborative care with local Reproductive Endocrinologists, Anne’s unique expertise and treatments has aided in the conception and birthing of hundreds of babies. A mother of 6, who credits a combination of Chinese Medicine, Western science and Naturopathic care for building her own family, Anne has a personal and professional interest in advancing reproductive,

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