Dr.Valerie Lavigne graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto in 1998. She opened a private practice as a chiropractor in the Town of Mount Royal, Quebec, until October, 2003. After the birth of her twin boys, she joined a private practice in Beaconsfield, Quebec, in March of 2005. She successfully completed all the requirements and exam of the IBLCE to become a Certified Lactation Consultant in July of 2005 and became the first chiropractor in Quebec to obtain the title of IBCLC or certified lactation consultant. She is also in the process of completing requirements to obtain her diplomat title in pediatric chiropractic from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
Dr.Lavigne has written numerous articles published in Pathways Magazine, Canadian Chiropractic Magazine and information sheets for Multiple Birth Canada.
Valerie is now practicing as a chiropractor and certified lactation consultant in Beaconsfield, Quebec.
Her focus is on family care, including helping parents understand the importance of breastfeeding, as well as regular chiropractic care for children’s optimal growth. Dr. Lavigne also does volunteer work for breastfeeding organizations in the Montreal area.
Valerie and her husband Anthony live in Montreal's West Island with their three children, Audrey, William, and Thomas.
