CarolAnn is the best doula we could have imagined. She is knowledgeable, caring, and very…read morenurturing. We will definitely use her again.

My husband and I were fortunate enough to have CarolAnn's guidance for the birth of our two sons…read more CarolAnn has an amazing kind and calming energy from the moment you meet her. She is also incredibly knowledgable regarding the entire process from preparation, for the birth, and postpartum care. I was impressed with how carefully CarolAnn listened to me when I opened up about all my questions, concerns, and fears -- she was always honest, compassionate and had an open heart and mind. She was also very responsive and available whenever I reached out (including during both my labors that started at sunset!) During the births she was incredibly nurturing, calm, present, and professional. I would highly highly (highly!) recommend CarolAnn, she is an amazing resource for your sacred journey of childbirth.

My husband and I were so happy to find Brana and Dawn. We struggled for years to grow our family,…read moreand I was so frustrated with the medical community and how little empathy and compassion we were shown. When I finally became pregnant, I wanted to make sure that our journey--and bringing our daughter into this world--felt supported, seen, and heard. Hiring Brana and Dawn gave us all of that and so much more. They helped me heal from the trauma I carried from my infertility journey. Their pre-birth classes were incredibly informative, and Dawn was always so patient and kind, answering every question we had, no matter how small. The birth plan we did with Dawn was a great tool and really made me feel like I had a voice in my labor. The games she had us play were fun too and helped me to realize how anything can happen in birth. The day I went into labor was intense, but I truly could not have done it without Brana by my side. She advocated for me when I was too tired and overwhelmed to advocate for myself. After birth, I was so emotional about breastfeeding--something I never imagined would affect me so deeply--and Brana supported me through every feeling, helping me understand that everything I was experiencing was normal. I love that, even a year later, we still keep in touch, and they continue to help me when I feel unsure or need guidance. Brana and Dawn are not just doulas; they truly feel like extended family. I can't say enough wonderful things about my experience with them and how much they supported not just me, but my husband too. Thank you both for the incredible work you do!

I was introduced to Deep Well Doulas by Brana, who had supported me wonderfully during my previous…read morebirth. The care I received from Dawn and Brana during my third birth was truly exceptional. Each brought their own expertise and personal touch to my late preterm birth at 35 weeks, which required an induction. Thanks to the amazing Dawn, I was able to have a natural induced birth--her comfort techniques, inspiration, and pain management support were invaluable throughout my 4-hour and 44-minute labor. Both Dawn and Brana continued to provide incredible support during my postpartum recovery and breastfeeding journey. I can't recommend Deep Well Doulas highly enough! Their knowledge, compassion, and dedication made all the difference in my birthing experience.

We had such a wonderful experience working with Nakomi! She supported us both during birth and…read morethrough the first 8 weeks postpartum, and we can't imagine having gone through it without her. Before and during labor, she brought such a calming presence and shared great soothing techniques -- from breathing guidance to gentle stretch exercises that helped my wife stay comfortable and confident through contractions. Her energy in the delivery room was reassuring and grounding, exactly what we needed. After birth, she was incredible with our baby during the night shifts. Those first weeks can be overwhelming, but she made sure both mom and baby had everything they needed to be happy and rested. We woke up to a fed, peaceful baby and a bit of sanity restored -- truly priceless. She's experienced, intuitive, and genuinely caring -- the kind of person who makes you feel supported at every step. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for birth or postpartum support.

We interviewed several providers for a postpartum doula and Nakomi stood out immediately for her…read morecalming presence and approach. Working with her in the first few weeks after our baby was born was effortless and a major source of support. Highly recommended.

If you have been considering a natural home waterbirth as a possibility for your next birth…read more Seriously... you can look no further. Pick up the phone and call Birthwell... RIGHT NOW! Words can not begin to describe the appreciation I have for Mari and her team. The care I received from Birthwell exceeded all of my expectations and I felt like I was in this big bubble of love during every visit. I know that sounds a bit sappy, but when you have been working so hard being pregnant and preparing for that perfect birth, feeling supported with love and acceptance really makes a difference. And that is exactly what I was blessed with- an absolute perfect birth. I had been receiving prenatal care through my insurance provider at a local hospital, not very happy with the rushed, impersonal experience of being there. After my first ultrasound, doctor after doctor told me that my placenta was too low for a home waterbirth- it wasn't quite a previa, but "too close for comfort" in their eyes. At 36 weeks they were adamant about scheduling me a c-section (the last thing you want to hear when you had been committed to a natural birth), so I demanded one last look. I had been praying so much that my placenta move just the 2 millimeters out of the way. My OB really didn't think it was going to in only two weeks since the last ultrasound, but low and behold, it had! I took this as a sign to get a Midwife and do it the way I wanted from the beginning - at home and in the water. Mariposa of Birthwell was recommended to me by two difference sources - coincidentally the first two people I had asked. I knew that choosing a midwife was a very personal and important decision, so I did my research and looked at all the different midwifery service providers around LA. Before I gave Mari a call, I went on to her website to check her bio. The second I saw her amazing eyes, I was overflowing with tears. I knew right away she was the one. It was a great bonus that she ended up having so much Labor & Delivery experience and that she was super-sweet an empowering. I don't think I've even told her this, but she had me at the online photo :-) After an in-person meeting with her and my partner, we "tied the knot" and she put me to work. There was so much preparation my body needed for the birth that I had no idea about. I was shocked my OB hadn't told me even a fraction of tricks Mari filled me in on. From the yoga moves, to the borage oil, to the squats- I was on a daily regime that got me ready for the big day. One night at around 10:00pm, just after finishing Mari's prenatal yoga video and downing some fresh coconut juice, it started. The contractions were happening every 6 or 7 minutes, but they were pretty manageable. I called Mari up and she told me to call her every hour to tell her how far a part they were at each hour increment. I was pretty surprised, considering it was already so late at night and worried I was going to keep her up all night with phone calls until it was time for her to come (I have a family history of 30-40 hour labor "marathons", so I knew it was going to be a while). After a few hours, I ended up falling asleep somehow. At 5:30am I woke up to my water breaking in bed (luckily Mari had given me a checklist for preparing my home for the birth- including a full waterproof bed pad we had on the bed ready to go!) I called up Mari and she said she was on her way over. She lived pretty close and was at the house within 20 minutes. The contractions weren't that bad, but they were happening every 2 minutes or so. She checked me and we both couldn't believe that I was already dilated 8 centimeters! I got in the water (we had a hot tub prepared on the deck) and she called her assistant to come. Less than 3 hours later, our precious little girl was born. It went so perfect in every way and Mari & Beth were a true blessing. Mari taught me how to breath, low and slow, and she made me feel fearless and so powerful. I was able to birth my daughter in the water and Mari talked me through how to birth most of her by myself- something I really wanted to do. It was the happiest moment of my life. It's been 3 months and, safe to say, Mari is definitely a part of the family.

The level of pre and postnatal care I received from Mari was beyond my expectations. I began my…read morecare with Birthwell at 10 weeks pregnant and just delivered my healthy, beautiful boy on 7/21. He was born at home, in the water, drug free-Just how I imagined. If you want a beautiful, empowered, natural birth with a practitioner who brings the energy of a professional nurse as well as a supportive best friend-She is your girl.

I knew I wanted a home birth if I had kids since someone told me years ago that they had a home…read morebirth and they didn't even give me any details. When I got pregnant and did research on it, it just confirmed that I wanted it. I wanted someone who would spend more time and get to know me so that they could feel confident and I could feel confident to safely give birth at home. I just didn't think a doctor at a hospital was going to get to know me or make me trust in them to be safe. My husband was scared of the thought of a home birth and I was scared of the thought of a hospital birth. He has turned around and would do the home birth again. So many of my friends were telling me horror stories of their births and the interventions they went through at hospitals. I knew I wouldn't be able to stand up or question why if a doctor wanted to do an intervention and that I may regret it after so I chose to do a home birth where an intervention was not an option. My sessions with Shelia were an hour long and I completely trusted her to take care of me and if she had told me to go to the hospital or have an intervention I would have because we built that type of relationship. At each session she did my vitals, asked about diet, exercise, sleep and emotions I may be feeling before measuring my abdomen and listening for the fetal heart. She always gave me information about each test that was standard care and let me decide if I wanted to do it. I always felt like I was in control of my health. Our appts got closer together as I got further along and honestly I loved going to them and listening to the baby. It never felt like a doctors office and I never waited in a lobby. She has a beautiful office and welcomes anyone that wants to join which my 6 year old niece did a couple of times and it was great. When I was ready to give birth everything went well and although it was really long, I never once felt scared or regret in my choice. Shelia was monitoring the baby and giving me advice on positioning to get moving along. When my baby was born she put him on me right away and made sure we were both doing well before cleaning up, making me a large batch of concentrated sitz bath tea she saw I had purchased, adding it to some of the pads and froze them to help with the pain (she really didn't have to do) and then clamped the baby's umbilical cord and did all the exams. I would have Shelia again if I were to give birth again in the future. She really took care of me and made me feel safe and I was really happy through it all.

We made a late switch to Lotus Moon Birth and decided upon a home birth for our second child after…read moreour health insurers told us they were unable to make any guarantees about supporting natural childbirth, or permitting anyone else aside from the mother at the hospital. We interviewed several midwives and immediately felt relaxed when talking to Shelia and decided to work with her and her team. This was undoubtedly the best decision we made during the pregnancy. Shelia and Donna were an amazing team, knowledgable, calm, reassuring and above all quietly competent. We had a fantastic birth and were able to greet our daughter in the comfort of our own home. Pre and postnatal care was also brilliant, despite some complications with our daughter's tongue tie making breastfeeding complicated, and Shelia always made herself available to answer questions or provide support.

Ariana is our Angel! I'm a first time mother and I would have been pretty much completely lost…read morewithout her expertise, love and guidance. TG did not want to be let go when he was a new born so she rocked and held him all night the first couple nights so I could rest and recover. Ariana taught me tricks and eased my mind every time I reached out. She still gives me great advice whenever I ask. Her patience is something I admire. Ariana is the reason I get sleep! I wasn't able to sleep train myself and she came to our rescue. I still call on her for help whether it's advice or babysitting.

Amma Doula was an amazing experience postpartum! Ariana's quick thinking and discernment quite…read moreliterally helped save my life when I had complications with my C section. It was complete chaos and she never skipped a beat. Ariana did not let me lift a finger and was there through all the ups and downs of postpartum. She is very experienced and was excellent with my newborn. Very soothing energy. She gave good advice and was a great sounding board. She helped us get on longer stretches of sleep for my little guy and was so sweet with him. The energy of your caregivers post partum is VERY IMPORTANT and Ariana and her team was a great fit for our family. She also makes AMAZING oatmeal for lactation!! We love her!

This is my second time having a beautiful homebirth and prenatal as well as postpartum care…read more Truly a birth whisperer and if I decide to have another child she will bet midwife again! Johanna is an absolute angel her care her joy and pure positivity is everything. The confidence she has is utterly incredible and I felt safe throughout the entire experience! Mind you I'm 44 years young and this is my 5th child she delivered my other baby 8 years ago! Will always choose Johanna!

Johanna is IRREPLACEABLE! Truly one of the most outstanding care providers I have ever worked with…read more I am so blessed she brought my baby into the world. I would recommend her over and over and over. She is sweet, caring, and most importantly knows her shit. We love her!!!

A friend recommended Candice after I reached out to all my mom friends via a frantic text at 2am…read morewhen my newborn stopped latching 5 days postpartum. The Kaiser lactation consultants were unable to answer why or offer suggestions so we were desperate. Candice responded to my inquiry so quickly and was so knowledgeable, so compassionate and empathetic, and so patient. Our whole family immediately felt comfortable with her and she was able to answer technical questions, was so professional but still very emotionally responsive, and most importantly, she helped us start our successful breastfeeding journey. I wish wish wish we had worked with her with our first who also did not latch. You can tell from the get go that Candice loves what she does and knows what she's doing. She offered recommendations for other specialists (our baby had a suspected tongue tie, which is something no other consultant or doctor had even mentioned) and offered ongoing help and checked in after our initial appointment. Price-wise, she's definitely affordable and within the range of what other consultants are charging. I think she also can work with some insurances as well. I continue to feel so lucky to have met and worked with her and highly recommend her.

I'm so glad I found Candice through my health insurance. From the get go, she was super easy to…read morereach and I was able to schedule a home visit that same week. Candice was so patient, kind, and never made me feel rushed or judged. She really took the time to watch, listen, and pick up on things I wouldn't have noticed, which led to a referral for a frenectomy that made a big difference for my baby. She referred me to Dr. Rumack, and she and her staff were also amazing. Thank you so much for the referral. Even though breastfeeding didn't go exactly as I planned, I felt supported the whole way and more confident advocating for my baby. I'm so grateful for Candice and highly recommend her.