Halton Infant Physio: About Us
Maggie Duvnjak, MSc (PT) Physiotherapist, Owner
With 20 years of experience as a paediatric physiotherapist, Maggie is passionate about the role of physiotherapy in infant feeding and development.
After graduating from the University of Toronto, Maggie worked as a staff physiotherapist at SickKids for over 14 years, providing care in various programs including Neurosurgery, Neurology, Trauma, and Rheumatology. During her time at SickKids, Maggie also enjoyed teaching and regularly participated in the clinical supervision of physiotherapy students and lecturing in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. In 2019, Maggie brought her passion for paediatric physiotherapy to the community, opening her own in-home therapy services, Fundamentals Paediatric Physiotherapy, for families in Halton Region. In 2025, Maggie re-named Fundamentals to Halton Infant Physio to reflect her focus on caring for infants and toddlers.
Maggie is a member in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
Continuing Education
As a life-long learner, Maggie is committed to continuing education to provide evidence informed and client-centred therapy. Maggie has a special interest in supporting newborns and babies with postural asymmetry (torticollis, plagiocephaly), infant feeding support (breast/chest and bottle), assessment and treatment of oral tension (ie ties) and supporting early motor development.
Post-graduate courses Maggie has completed to support her practice include:
Total Motion Release (TMR) TOTS - a "tearless" approach to torticollis: A gentle manual therapy to assess and treat fascial tension and promote postural symmetry as a foundation for motor development. Levels 1 and 2.
Physiotherapy Assessment of Breastfeeding Related Conditions: Infant and Maternal Factors, including screening for tethered oral ties (tongue tie) and support for an effective latch.
Chrysalis Orofacial: Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training: E3 Model of Care® which covers the impact of tethered oral tissues on oral function from birth through maturity, while focusing on evidence-based research, detailed case studies, and both pre-and post release assessment activities.
Pre and Post Frenectomy (PPF): Michelle Emanuel
Specialized curriculum focusing on pre-and post assessment and treatment of oral ties in infants, focusing on calculating optimal timing of release, risk-benefit ratio, and wound care.
BabyMyo : Michelle Emanuel
This course applies the art and science of myofunctional therapy to the newborn and infant population. Focused on assessment and treatment strategies to support optimal oral resting posture, upper airway patency, palate development, nasal breathing, and optimal orofacial function, growth and development.
Tummy Time Method (TTM): Michelle Emanuel: TTM optimize's baby's nervous system regulation, elicits, utilizes and integrates reflexes, optimizes postural development, while minimizing compensations and eliciting novel movement. Using the TTM, we can empower caregivers with confidence in solving tummy time troubles.
Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST): Lori Hendrickson's Cranial Sacral Therapy and Connective Tissue approach to help infants with anatomical, digestive, and breastfeeding concerns.
Baby Begin : The therapist's role in treating plagiocephaly without a helmet.
Cindy Miles’ Plagiocephaly and Torticollis: Assessment and Treatment of Infants and Toddlers: Impact on the Movement System of Infants and Beyond.
Gillespie Approach - Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT): a gentle modality used to address fascial strain on the nervous system - can help reduce tension and turn fussy babies into happy babies. Foundations and Infant courses.
Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT): Intermediate and Advanced: providing assessment and treatment to support infant and child motor development.
We know that working with babies is not a "one size fits all" approach. Maggie regularly blends a variety of assessment and treatment techniques to best suit the needs of each baby and family.
We're Hiring!
Halton Infant Physio is seeking dedicated and passionate paediatric physiotherapists interested in joining our growing mobile team on a PART-TIME basis, as INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR with the opportunity of transitioning to full-time.
Benefits:
- Flexible work schedule
- Competitive compensation split
- Administrative support (electronic charting, invoicing, advertising)
- Mentorship available
Qualifications:
- Must be registered Physiotherapist and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Minimum 3 years of work experience as a physiotherapist with experience working in PAEDIATRIC physiotherapy
- Must have your own car, a valid driver’s license and professional liability insurance
- Paediatric post-graduate courses such as NDT, CME, TMR-Tots, infant feeding, are all a great asset (if not yet taken, be willing to take)
Exciting News!
Maggie is excited to be offering IN-CLINIC visits in Burlington on Fridays!
To learn more or schedule a visit contact us at info@haltoninfantphysio.ca