OUR MISSION

best beginnings’ mission is to provide exceptional quality education and services to promote and improve the physical and mental health and wellness of mothers, babies & the communities that support them.

best beginnings’ vision is to positively advance the maternal and pediatric quality of life in all communities we serve.

I am a caring and passionate woman, which is reflected in all I do as a therapist, yoga practitioner-teacher and, most importantly, a mother of two amazing teenagers. I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and have been practicing physical therapy for over 20 years with a focus on pediatrics and advanced training in women’s health and the pelvic floor.  I have had the privilege to be an adjunct professor in masters and doctoral level programs at a well-respected University. As a healthcare provider and educator, I value wellness, prevention and evidence-based practice. I have collaborated with many health care and educational teams and my desire to incorporate a transdisciplinary practice to pediatric therapy expands to include the same collaborative approach to best beginnings ever evolving series and workshops.

My yoga path began to intensify before I became pregnant with my first child in an effort to calm my body to prepare for her. My journey from student to teacher remains ever-evolving. I began teaching children’s yoga over 13 years ago and have since expanded to focus on adults with 800 hours of diverse yoga training. My background as a physical therapist influences my approach to the body, mind, and breath. I consider yoga an amazing tool for cultivating a balanced life to assist parents in better navigating the ever-changing world of raising healthy children. 

I truly believe it takes a village, and I am honored to be a part of yours.

Rachel Canterino PT, DPT & RYT-500, RPYT, CIMI (she/her)