Meet the Village: Leaders in Bay Area Community Health
At The Village, we’re more than just a wellness space, we’re a hub for Bay Area community health.
Our team of affiliates brings together doulas, lactation consultants, prenatal and postnatal instructors, and holistic wellness providers, all dedicated to supporting women and families in the Bay Area. Each professional shares a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care, ensuring families feel seen, supported, and connected.
Pregnancy & Birth Support
Susan Jaciow
Certified Birth doula, Childbirth Educator, and Certified Body Ready Method® Professional
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Susan has over a decade of experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Known for her compassionate presence and commitment to education, Susan empowers parents with the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to make informed choices throughout their journey.
With a professional background in education, Susan brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to her work rooted in the belief that when families feel informed and supported, they can navigate birth with clarity, strength, and peace of mind. Her care is both personalized and deeply attentive, helping parents feel seen, heard, and prepared every step of the way.
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At Adrouny Village Wellness, we are honored to offer personalized doula services with the wonderful Susan Jaciow, an experienced educator and certified doula. With a deep commitment to nurturing families, Susan provides compassionate, hands-on, and evidence-based support throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum transition.
Her role is to ensure that you feel empowered, informed, and supported every step of the way, whether that means helping you prepare for labor, offering physical and emotional guidance during birth, or easing your adjustment into parenthood.
Susan’s individual doula services are designed to create a birthing experience that reflects your unique values and needs, while building confidence and connection along the journey.
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Offered throughout pregnancy, these interactive, hands-on sessions help you and your partner connect with practical tools and knowledge to foster a more confident and balanced birth. You’ll learn key movement techniques to support your body through pregnancy and prepare for labor and delivery.
Melissa Huerta
Certified Doula
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Melissa Huerta is a movement-based doula who brings strength, compassion, and grounded presence to the childbirth experience. As the lead instructor for our Labor Lounge classes, Melissa guides expectant mothers through intentional movement designed to reduce discomfort, build confidence, and support the body’s natural rhythm in preparation for labor.
Born and raised in the Bay Area and now living in Willow Glen, Melissa is a mother of two girls whose own birth experiences shaped her path. After a traumatic delivery with her first daughter, Melissa found healing and empowerment in her second pregnancy under the care of Dr. Adrouny. That transformative experience inspired her to pursue birthwork and become a steady, supportive force for others navigating their own journeys into motherhood.
Melissa is currently completing her certifications as a MaternityWise Certified Labor Doula, ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, and ProNatal Certified Pre & Postnatal Group Fitness Instructor. Her approach blends evidence-based movement with emotional support, offering a space where women can connect to their bodies and cultivate trust in the birth process.
Melissa’s fitness journey began after recovering from triathlon-related injuries, when she discovered Barre3. After three years as a client, including during her second pregnancy, she began teaching and saw firsthand how consistent, mindful movement eased her pain and supported a faster, more positive delivery.
Outside of the studio, Melissa enjoys playing with her daughters, hosting backyard neighborhood gatherings, sewing, reading, and learning how to skateboard … infusing joy and curiosity into every corner of life.
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Designed for the final days leading up to delivery, this calm and supportive 2-hour session offers mindful movement and reflection to prepare your body, mind, and heart for labor.
We’ll explore common advice from friends, family, and social media—distinguishing helpful wisdom from birth myths—while guiding your baby into an optimal position for delivery.
Sarah Milosovich
Mother and Entrepreneur
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Sarah has built a career rooted in creativity, connection, and community. She has worked with leading brands such as SoulCycle, Barry’s Bootcamp, and Lululemon as an instructor and ambassador, while also bringing her eye for aesthetics to luxury retail spaces in the fashion industry through visual merchandising and design, which helped blossom her career in real estate.
After navigating her own journey with infertility, IVF, and loss, Sarah turned her pain into purpose, founding Ma & Moi, a local mom-and-baby group created to support and connect mothers in meaningful, lasting ways. Drawing on her passion for wellness and community, she continues to foster spaces where women feel seen, supported, connected, and empowered.
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The goal for this class is to create a welcoming community where pregnant women can come together, connect, and have a space to share their experiences. This will be a place where they can talk openly about pregnancy, expectations about motherhood, and build a supportive network. Each session will have a discussion topic, followed by time for participants to chat, mingle, and exchange of information.
Postpartum Support
Aly Mallon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Aly is a Bay Area native and a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in women’s mental health and couples therapy. After more than a decade working within large healthcare systems, Aly opened her private practice in 2019 and has since focused almost exclusively on supporting women and couples.
She is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, particularly the transition into parenthood.
Outside of her work, Aly is a mom to four children, ranging in age from 12 to 16, and is both a biological and adoptive parent. She’s been married to her husband for 18 years.
You can learn more about Aly at www.AlyMallon.com. Consultation calls are available to ensure she’s a good fit for your needs.
Instagram: @alymallonlcsw
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As you transition to the 4th trimester join us for a supportive, judgment-free group for mothers with babies 0–4 months old. Weekly 90-minute sessions are led by a licensed clinical social worker, focusing on postpartum adjustment, identity shifts, sleep, partner relationships, and maternal mental health. Each session also includes dedicated breastfeeding support offering hands-on, personalized guidance for latching, milk supply, pumping, and bottle-feeding.
Sarah Swanson
Licensed Midwife
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I am a Licensed Midwife (LM) with the Medical Board of California and a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). I’m also the proud mom of three incredible (now adult) children who are my greatest joy.
My journey into birth work began in 2004 as a full-spectrum doula. Over time, my passion for providing comprehensive, inclusive, evidence-informed, and trauma-sensitive care led me to pursue midwifery. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Midwifery from the Midwives College of Utah and am an active member of the California Association of Licensed Midwives. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Midwifery to deepen my knowledge and expand access to holistic, individualized perinatal care.
I love supporting families with infant feeding, exploring herbal approaches to healing, and sharing parenting methods that honor the newborn and nurture secure attachment. While my formal scope as a Licensed Midwife centers on “low-risk and normal,” I’m thrilled to collaborate with Dr. Adrouny and the team at Adrouny Women’s Health and The Village—bringing the midwifery model of care to both low- and high-risk families who walk through our doors.
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As you transition to the 4th trimester join us for a supportive, judgment-free group for mothers with babies 0–4 months old. Weekly 90-minute sessions are led by a licensed clinical social worker, focusing on postpartum adjustment, identity shifts, sleep, partner relationships, and maternal mental health. Each session also includes dedicated breastfeeding support offering hands-on, personalized guidance for latching, milk supply, pumping, and bottle-feeding.
Sarah Milosovich
Mother and Entrepreneur
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Sarah has built a career rooted in creativity, connection, and community. She has worked with leading brands such as SoulCycle, Barry’s Bootcamp, and Lululemon as an instructor and ambassador, while also bringing her eye for aesthetics to luxury retail spaces in the fashion industry through visual merchandising and design, which helped blossom her career in real estate.
After navigating her own journey with infertility, IVF, and loss, Sarah turned her pain into purpose, founding Ma & Moi, a local mom-and-baby group created to support and connect mothers in meaningful, lasting ways. Drawing on her passion for wellness and community, she continues to foster spaces where women feel seen, supported, connected, and empowered.
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The goal of this class is to create a welcoming community where moms and babies come together, connect, and have a space to share the experience of motherhood. Each session will have a discussion topic, followed by time for participants to chat, mingle, and exchange of information.
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Beauty & Wellness
Kara Schaffer
Physician Associate
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Kara has been a practicing Physician Associate for three years, specializing in OB/GYN for the past two. She graduated from the PA program at the University of the Pacific in 2020 and initially practiced in endocrinology before joining Adrouny Women’s Health. Kara is especially passionate about menopause management, having entered menopause prematurely herself, she brings both medical expertise and firsthand experience to supporting patients through this stage of life. She is also committed to reproductive rights, sexual health education, and contraception counseling, as well as creating a safe and inclusive space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to her clinical work, Kara has been providing AgeJet treatments for the past two years. Outside of medicine, she is an avid Swiftie, a voracious reader, and a devoted musical theater enthusiast.
Her diverse training spans hip hop, jazz funk, tap, jazz, leaps, turns, and jumps, and she has also served as a competitive cheer coach and led popular dance and cheer camps at Action Day Primary Plus. She holds a Child Development Certificate and skillfully blends her early childhood education background with her dance expertise to create engaging, developmentally appropriate classes for children of all ages.
As a proud mother of a son who danced alongside her for many years, she understands the joy and impact that movement and self-expression can bring to families. She has been a valued member of the Dr. Adrouny team for nearly five years and is thrilled to share her energy and love for children and dance with the Adrouny Village Wellness community.
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Kara specializes in Age Jet, a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that uses plasma technology to naturally stimulate collagen and elastin. This advanced service helps smooth fine lines, tighten skin, and improve overall tone and texture without the downtime of traditional procedures. Each session is customized to support your skin’s unique needs, whether you’re looking to restore firmness, soften signs of aging, or refresh your natural glow. Kara’s gentle, client-centered approach ensures comfort throughout the process while delivering visible, lasting results. With Age Jet, she empowers clients to feel confident in their skin at every stage of life.
Deanna Delevati
Esthetic Trainer
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With over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, she has built a career grounded in care, connection, and continual learning. As a licensed Esthetician and Medical Massage Therapist, she has worked as a service provider, business owner, product development board member, and esthetic educator, growing alongside the industry she is so passionate about.
Her deep love for skincare and education led her to play a key role in developing the Esthetics program at Adrouny Village Wellness, where she will also serve as the lead Esthetic Trainer.
As a mother of two, she understands the importance of self-care and the need to stay connected to oneself amidst the demands of daily life. Her goal is for every person who comes through Adrouny Village Wellness to feel cared for, renewed, and more like themselves.
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At The Village, our facial services are thoughtfully crafted to support women through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Using safe, gentle, and effective products, each treatment addresses the unique skin concerns that arise during these seasons—whether it’s sensitivity, dryness, or hormonal changes. Our prenatal facials provide deep relaxation while nourishing the skin, and our postpartum facials focus on restoring hydration, calming inflammation, and brightening tired complexions. Every service is customized to meet your individual needs, ensuring both comfort and care at every stage. More than just skincare, our facials are an invitation to pause, breathe, and be nurtured.
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Family Classes & Services
Kim Gomez
Early Childhood Specialist
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With nearly a decade of preschool teaching experience, a BA in Elementary Education, and years of caregiving, Kim’s life passion is to nurture young children and support families. She draws daily inspiration from parenting her own little one, blending professional expertise with lived experience.
Grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy and enriched by continuing education with early childhood leaders like Bev Bos and Lisa Murphy, the “Ooey-Gooey Lady,” Kim’s approach is calm, flexible, and developmentally appropriate. She meets children where they’re at, creating inviting spaces and playful opportunities that naturally foster social-emotional growth, motor skills, comprehension, and confidence.
The families Kim has worked with often remark on her gentle presence and ability to truly see each child. She believes early learning is not about school readiness, but about encouraging a lifelong love for learning and honoring exactly where each child is in this moment as the ultimate way to prepare for the next step. Her goal is that every family leaves circle time not only with happy, engaged kids, but with a deeper sense of connection and support for the parenting journey.
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Kim leads Preschool Play to Learn, a weekly caregiver-and-child class designed for 2- and 3-year-olds. Rooted in play-based, developmentally appropriate activities, the class helps children build fine motor skills, large motor skills, independence, and social-emotional growth. Each session balances open-ended play with circle time, songs, movement, and stories, creating a rhythm that supports both confidence and comprehension. Caregivers also gain valuable education and community, with opportunities to ask questions and connect with others. Through this program, Kim provides a nurturing space where little ones can explore, learn, and thrive alongside their families.
Jadeane Bell
Kids Dance Instructor
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Jadeane brings over 25 years of experience in dance and movement, with a specialized focus in hip hop, tap, tumbling, and creative movement classes. With a deep-rooted passion for both education and performance, she has spent more than 16 years working as an infant and preschool teacher and over 15 years as a dedicated dance instructor and dance fitness coach.
Her diverse training spans hip hop, jazz funk, tap, jazz, leaps, turns, and jumps, and she has also served as a competitive cheer coach and led popular dance and cheer camps at Action Day Primary Plus. She holds a Child Development Certificate and skillfully blends her early childhood education background with her dance expertise to create engaging, developmentally appropriate classes for children of all ages.
As a proud mother of a son who danced alongside her for many years, she understands the joy and impact that movement and self-expression can bring to families. She has been a valued member of the Dr. Adrouny team for nearly five years and is thrilled to share her energy and love for children and dance with the Adrouny Village Wellness community.
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45 minute movement and dance class for toddlers between 18-36 months.
Allie Silkwood
Photographer
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Allie is the talented eye behind Allie Silkwood Photography. A Bay Area native, coffee enthusiast, and proud mama, Allie brings warmth, authenticity, and connection to every session she captures. When she’s not photographing, you can find her exploring the California coast, discovering local coffee gems, chasing after her adventurous toddler, or perfecting her sourdough bread.
Allie specializes in family photography including newborn, maternity, and lifestyle sessions, as well as weddings and engagements. Her signature style blends posed portraits with candid, lifestyle moments, resulting in beautifully cohesive galleries that reflect both depth and emotion.
Allie will serve as the official photographer for Adrouny Village Wellness, helping document the vibrant community and meaningful stories unfolding within the space.
Individual Services
Ali Glinsky
Certified New Parent Educator
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Since 2019, Ali Glinsky has been leading parent-and-me classes for families with children ages 0-4, creating welcoming spaces where connection, growth, and joy unfold naturally. As a certified new parent educator and mother of two, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to every class she teaches.
Ali is especially passionate about supporting new mothers and babies during those tender early months of transition … a time that she believes deserves extra care, presence, and community. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that babies understand far more than we often realize, and that nurturing their development begins with tuning in, slowing down, and truly connecting.
JT Heglund
Life Coach
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JT Heglund is a life coach who supports women navigating the transformational seasons of pregnancy and postpartum. She works with mothers who are ready to reconnect with their identity, rediscover their purpose, and nurture both themselves and those they love.
Drawing from her extensive coaching background, JT helps women gain clarity around their innate strengths, uncover the “why” behind their daily rhythms, and cultivate emotional resilience during one of life’s most profound identity shifts. Her methodology integrates tools like the CliftonStrengths® Assessment, Simon Sinek’s WHY Discovery, and the TalentSmart Emotional Intelligence Appraisal to help women feel seen, empowered, and emotionally grounded.
Before stepping into her role as a coach for women, JT spent years coaching senior leaders in the life sciences and held diverse roles in genomics—from the lab bench to commercial leadership. This journey gave her a deep respect for how unique talents shape how we show up in both work and life. Today, she brings that same belief into her work with mothers—helping them remember who they are at their core, beyond the roles they play, and guiding them to live with intention and vibrance.
JT is a Certified Gallup CliftonStrengths Coach, Certified Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, Certified WHY Coach with Simon Sinek’s Optimism Company, and a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach—honoring the connection between mind, body, and soul.
She finds joy in hiking the Santa Cruz Mountains, sipping coffee at her favorite local spots, dancing in the living room with her two daughters, and carving out quiet moments of reflection amid the beautiful chaos of motherhood.
Please visit JT’s webpage for information and scheduling: https://www.agapeleadership.org/
Sylvie Barak
Certified Sexological Bodyworker & Pelvic Health Expert
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Sylvie Barak is a certified Sexological Bodyworker and pelvic health expert who supports women and couples through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with a holistic, body-based approach to healing, intimacy, and recovery.
Using hands-on and, when appropriate, internal techniques, Sylvie helps clients reconnect with their bodies, relieve pain, restore pleasure, and reclaim their sense of self, especially after the profound physical and emotional changes of pregnancy and birth.
Her work combines trauma-informed touch, nervous system regulation, and advanced pelvic care techniques to address:
Painful or disconnected sex postpartum
Internal scar tissue and perineal trauma
Swelling and lymphatic issues after birth
Pelvic floor tension, dysfunction, or prolapse
Hormonal imbalance and postpartum depletion
Emotional numbness, resentment, or loss of libido
Relationship strain and loss of intimacy between partners
Sylvie is one of the few practitioners trained in the STREAM approach, which treats the four core domains of pelvic health:
Biochemistry (nutrition, hormones, inflammation)
Biomechanics (structure, movement, alignment)
Scar tissue (internal or external, including from tears, episiotomy, or cesarean)
Emotions (stored trauma, fear, birth-related overwhelm)
She is also a Certified Lactation Educator, GentleBirth Hypnosis Instructor, DONA-trained birth doula, and has additional training in NeuroAffective Touch and somatic trauma resolution.
In addition to her bodywork with birthing women, Sylvie works with couples—teaching partners how to offer therapeutic and sensual touch that supports healing while deepening connection. Whether helping a woman prepare for birth with internal pelvic mapping and perineal massage, or guiding a couple through the tender process of rediscovering intimacy postpartum, Sylvie’s work is always respectful, evidence-based, and deeply empowering.
For those navigating pregnancy or postpartum and feeling depleted, disconnected, or unsure how to bring intimacy back into their lives, Sylvie offers an integrated, evidence-based path forward—supporting the body, relationship, and emotional well-being.
Learn more about Sylvie’s work at www.mysexandsensibility.com and www.touchedoutmama.com.