When I found out I was pregnant, many people told me to take labor and breastfeeding classes. After…read moresome research, I found that there weren't any classes locally offered to new moms, other than at Henry Mayo Hospital. And of course, their classes were only offered once a month. Unfortunately, they didn't work with my schedule. My main concern being a new mom was breastfeeding. I went online and tried finding a doula who would offer me a private class. Alas, I found Cali. What immediately impressed me was how quick she responded to my intro email. She was open to come over to my house, teach me the basics about breastfeeding and offer her advice postpartum. Cali was helpful, professional, and caring. Having my first baby with Cali's support made the experience that much better. So glad I found Cali!

When my husband and I found out we were expecting, we immediately started planning the type of…read morebirth we wanted. It wasn't long until we felt very overwhelmed by all the decisions and challenges that faced us. One of our friends recommended that we hire a doula to help us with the process... and so the search began. We met with a few different doulas, however as soon as we met Cali, we knew she was the perfect fit for our growing family. We felt very comfortable with her, she was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions, and her beliefs aligned with ours about the ideal birth. In addition, she offered us private parenting classes since our schedules were always conflicting with the hospital's classes we were interested in taking. In all of our meetings before the birth, Cali came prepared and ready to work. However, I always felt like I was meeting with a good friend. When my water broke 1 month early, Cali dropped everything to be at my side (even though it was her birthday!!) She even came to our house first to help pack for the hospital, keep me calm until my husband got home from work, and even installed our car seat (since we were so unprepared for such an early arrival!) I was a little unsure that I was going to be able to follow the birth plan we had put together, to keep things all natural, with no medical intervention, but with Cali's help, I was! She was calm and encouraging through my entire labor, and provided support for my husband as he coached me through a successful, all natural birth. We could not be more grateful. After the birth, Cali constantly checked in on us, and offered advice and help when we were having some difficulties with breast-feeding during her postpartum visit. We are so thankful that we can look back on our labor in a positive light, and we have Cali to thank for that. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a Doula.

When my husband and I became pregnant with our first child, I was still carrying a deep grief. My…read moremother had passed away just one year earlier, and as a 38-year-old first-time mom, I felt lost without her guidance. I remember sharing that with Chavah early in my pregnancy, and from that moment on, she cared for me with a level of compassion and sensitivity that I will never forget. Before I even chose a midwife, I prayed for guidance. Then I opened Yelp, and Chavah was the very first midwife I called. After speaking with her on the phone, I didn't search any further. Looking back now, five months postpartum, I truly know she was an answer to my prayer. Chavah cared for us from the very beginning of my pregnancy--around three months along--through birth and into those precious first weeks postpartum. Throughout every appointment, she was wise, kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took the time to educate us, answer our endless first-time-parent questions, and guide us through each stage with confidence and reassurance. One thing that especially touched us was her willingness to go above and beyond when life threw us an unexpected curveball. Midway through my pregnancy, my husband and I had to relocate, moving about 70 miles away. Most people would have understandably referred us elsewhere, but Chavah generously agreed to keep us on as clients. We were so grateful. Those extra miles meant more to us than she probably realizes. Our pregnancy was healthy and uncomplicated. The only bump in the road was that I needed an iron boost, and Chavah quickly connected us with excellent care for a couple of iron transfusions. Her experience and attentiveness gave us complete confidence that we were in good hands every step of the way. When it came time to give birth, Chavah was absolutely amazing. She created an environment where I felt informed, supported, and in control. Well... as much control as a woman can feel while temporarily visiting another dimension during contractions. Thankfully, our son had places to be and arrived after just five hours of active labor, making his debut before lunchtime. Today, we are five months postpartum and have a healthy, thriving baby boy. I've intentionally taken my time writing this review because I wanted to reflect carefully on our experience and express just how grateful we are. Chavah brought wisdom when I needed guidance, encouragement when I felt uncertain, and compassion when I was grieving. She cared for not only my physical health, but my emotional well-being too. I honestly cannot imagine a better midwife experience. If we are blessed with more children in the future, I would choose Chavah again without hesitation. Knowing she would be part of our care would bring immediate peace of mind. Thank you, Chavah, for everything you did for our family--and for so much more than was ever required. We will always be grateful.

5 stars isn't enough! The amount of QUALITY information you get from a midwife compared to your OB…read moreis insane. Chavah has eased us into parenthood with our first baby. She was there anytime we needed her and because such a rock in our journey. We started really early in our pregnancy with Chavah and I haven't stopped recommending midwifery to my expecting friends. Our in home visits were super informative and lasted -1.5-2 hours! It's seriously night and day and she will give you an explanation as well as expectations so you can make your own informed decisions about every process. Thank you Chavah! You will be part of every baby we bring into this world!

We looked into care at Pure Births after an unpleasant hospital experience with our first-born…read more Before making any definitive decision, I asked my partner to just accompany me to the first introduction class so we could both learn more about their care & birth center. Midwife Tiffany educated us on the safety of the birth center, the benefits to mom & baby, the financial aspect, shared success stories, answered all of our questions & concerns, and finished with a complete tour of the birth center. We were both blown away by the education we received & decided we would like to try for a VBAC under their midwifery care. From October, when we took the class, to May, when our baby girl was born, we felt so seen and supported by the entire midwife team. Our girl was brought into the world by a redemptive VBAC experience & it was the best decision of our lives! Thank you to the entire Pure Births team for the constant clear communication. You all helped us achieve our what we sought to experience as a family and for that, we will forever be indebted to you! We are walking away so in awe of midwifery care, but more importantly, huge advocates for Pure Births & their lovely team.

I chose Pure Births Birthing Center because I deeply valued the philosophy of midwife-centered,…read moreholistic, and family-focused care. The environment and overall mission of the center truly resonated with me, and I appreciated the calm, natural approach they strive to provide. One of the most positive aspects of my experience was working with student midwife Alysia. I intentionally chose to have her present during my labor because she made me feel safe, supported, and emotionally grounded. Her presence was comforting, encouraging, and compassionate throughout a very vulnerable time, and I am genuinely grateful for the care she provided. I also loved the courses being offered for birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum. Everyone i've met was so sweet and kindhearted. I labored at home for most of the early process and arrived at the birth center around 4:35 AM at 6 cm dilated, ready to continue laboring. Nurse midwife Angela was the on-call midwife overseeing Alysia. Early on, Angela mentioned that she had attended a birth the night before and was exhausted. While I understand that birth work is demanding, hearing this during my own labor created underlying anxiety and made me feel as though my experience might be influenced by fatigue -- something that, as a laboring mother, felt outside of my control and not something I should have had to carry emotionally in that moment. As labor progressed, I began to feel that my experience was becoming rushed despite there being no emergent medical concerns. This was my first pregnancy, and I was already navigating the physical intensity, emotional vulnerability, and uncertainty that come with first-time labor. Some comments made during labor felt discouraging rather than empowering, and I noticed that as Angela became more involved, my confidence declined and my labor felt less supported and more pressured. There was a particularly difficult moment when Angela attempted to assist with pushing using manual support internally with my consent. During this, I had an involuntary knee-jerk reaction and accidentally kicked. Instead of reassurance or redirection, the response focused heavily on her personal safety, and I was told that if the movement continued, I could be transferred. This occurred while I was actively laboring, in pain, and emotionally vulnerable. I found myself repeatedly apologizing for something that was clearly accidental and reflexive, which left me feeling ashamed, distressed, and unsupported during a moment when compassion was especially needed. Additionally, being asked questions about past sexual assault during active labor felt unexpected and emotionally jarring given the timing and intensity of the situation. As a nurse myself, I tried to remain understanding and rationalize the intent behind the questions and responses, but emotionally it contributed to my discomfort and sense of vulnerability. Another significant source of stress was feeling as though there was a time pressure placed on my labor, including comments suggesting that if birth did not occur by a certain timeframe approaching midnight, transfer would be necessary. This created a sense of failure and defeat, making me feel as though my body was not performing adequately rather than feeling supported through a normal first-time labor process. I truly believe that with more patience, reassurance, and time, my birth experience may have unfolded differently. I want to emphasize that this review is not meant to discredit anyone's clinical skills. I believe Angela is likely very knowledgeable and experienced in her field. However, bedside manner, emotional safety, and communication profoundly shape a birth experience, and in my case, I felt rushed, discouraged, and emotionally unsupported at times. In contrast, Alysia remained incredibly compassionate and reassuring. She comforted me, encouraged me to trust my body, and reminded me that if I felt the urge to push or return, I would not be turned away. Her support helped me feel seen and cared for during a moment when I was questioning myself. It took me over a year to write this review because I struggled with denial, self-blame, and not wanting to place fault on anyone. Birth is deeply personal, and processing a difficult emotional experience takes time. Ultimately, I am sharing this in hopes that future patients feel emotionally safe, unrushed, and fully supported regardless of staffing fatigue or scheduling challenges. A laboring mother should never feel like a burden or that time is working against her during a normal birth process. Pure Births offers a beautiful philosophy and environment, and I still value the concept of midwifery care. My hope is simply that emotional presence, compassionate communication, and patience remain central to every birthing experience.

I gave birth at SCV birth center in November 2025, and it was the most perfect, incredible…read moreexperience of my life. I came across this birth center very unexpectedly, and I truly believe God wanted me to be in the care of Jordan and Stephanie. During my first pregnancy, we took a class at Pure Birth near the end of my pregnancy and loved everything we learned--especially the importance of avoiding an epidural for both the mother and the baby. However, at the time, I didn't feel ready to have an unmedicated birth, so we chose a hospital birth for our first daughter. When I found out I was pregnant with our second, I knew deep down that I wanted the least amount of intervention possible--for both myself and my baby. I called what I thought was Pure Birth, and to my surprise, it was SCV birth center. Trusting that God always knows best, I followed that path, and I can honestly say He did not disappoint like always The center itself is smaller, which immediately made me feel safe, confident, and truly at home. Stephanie and Jordan are incredibly kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. They take the time to truly listen, to reassure you whenever needed, and to explain everything with such clarity and care. Every appointment felt easy, personal, and completely stress-free. The birth itself was absolutely perfect--I could honestly write an entirely separate review just about that experience alone. I cannot thank these two women enough for everything they did for me and my family. I wholeheartedly recommend SCV birth center to anyone seeking an unmedicated, empowering, and deeply supported birth experience.

If you are looking for the best birthing experience of your life, stop you have found your place…read more My daughter is now 6 months and I credit Renee, Andrea & our bonus midwife... for making my experience seamless and beautiful. I have soooooo much to say! For starters, you have a concierge health experience. Every appointment was met with intention yet an openness to answer any thing your heart desires. When you find women in birth work that are aligned with their life purpose you find an amazing environment. Renee and Andrea take the time to educate you! They allow you to make informed decisions without judgement or coercion. They even helped me find a birthing class and helped us find a fitting pediatrician. I plan on having more kids and I can't imagine giving birth any where else. One of my favorite memories, after delivering my daughter you come back for an appointment close to your 1 week mark. Ours happened to be day 4. They taught me how to sideline breastfeed. What a game changer!!! As a first time mom, I was incredibly grateful for the guidance. They actually took me to one of the delivery rooms and allowed me to nurse and practice in real time so I could ask questions. I know so many women who quit breastfeeding because no one took the time to give them the basics, encourage them or just let them understand that there would be moments it hurts but to hang in there. If you are debating on where to start your prenatal care, you are already in the right place, make the call! Trust me, one of the best decisions of my life! -Latoya Lyn & Baby Violet

I can't imagine having my birth journey without Roe our amazing doula!…read more We interviewed a couple others and she was the only one who had a clear and organized path for us when it came to our meetings. She has all the experience and knowledge we were looking for paired with kindness and confidence when it came to all things birth. She educated us throughout my pregnancy (including a couple in person meetings at our home), prepared us for every moment up to the labor and delivery- where she was my ally, my safety and support, my everything, even photographer! I think my husband and I would've felt lost without her. During my labor she was massaging me and giving me all the affirmations I so needed to hear. Guiding my husband on how to support me through all the hard moments and helping me make the big decisions in the hospital. Because of Roe I was way more confident in my birth decisions and knowing when to go with what doctors were recommending vs when to stay firm and advocate for myself on what I did or didn't want. Things don't always go to plan, which thankfully she prepared me for, yet I still consider it my dream birth. She came to visit us at home after and it was so nice to talk about everything that happened and have her meet our angel that she helped bring into the world. I am forever grateful for her and will definitely use her in the future and recommend her to anyone looking for a doula! Thank you Roe, we love you!

I cannot thank Roe enough for helping us through my labor journey!…read more The appointments we had prior to labor were so helpful for me to feel more prepared going into labor. She is so full of knowledge and was able to answer so many questions I had as a first time mom. Every meeting was curated perfectly to touch on different parts of what was coming and to not overwhelm us in one meeting. My labor definitely did not go perfectly as planned, and I honestly would not have been able to get through it the same without Roe there. My water broke on a Monday night and I didn't deliver the baby until midday Thursday. Tried to go no epidural until I hadn't slept for 2 nights already due to contractions being close together but not being dilated enough. Roe showed up at the hospital earlier than she was technically supposed to because she knew I was struggling. As soon as she walked in the door I was having another contraction and she immediately jumped in to help me with some of the pain relief positions she taught us. God bless my husband for trying, but Roe just knew exactly what she was doing. She stayed at the hospital with us for days until the baby arrived. That's overnight with no sleep but never acted tired or over it. As someone with anxiety, she handled me perfectly. Anytime she could see I was getting worked up or lost, she would get in my face and help me focus and breathe. She was everything I needed when I needed it. She also was amazing at advocating for us when we were tired and lost a little. When she could tell we were questioning anything, she would make sure to say things in front of the nurses like, "do you guys want to talk with the doctor about it and get more info before you make a decision?", which was always a yes. Without that, things would have likely been more stressful. She helped all the way through until the baby was here and after. I had 4 hours of pushing and she was right there, holding my leg or my hand while my husband was on the other side of me. I seriously can't recommend or thank her enough for everything she did for us. I will 100000% be reaching out for our next little one, as I can't even imagine birth without her now.

Last summer I started looking into having a doula. I really wanted a Christian doula to have…read morelikemindedness in the faith during such a special time. When I delivered my first I didn't have a doula or do my homework so this time I really wanted to feel empowered and enjoy this wonderful moment. Jenn was recommend and I liked her yelp reviews and her website. I met with her and it was getting close to D day. When I first met her she had this aura that was gentle, kind, and patient. Right away I knew I wanted her with us to welcome my son. She was flexible and knowledgeable. I thought her prices were very reasonable. We meta couple times before even though it was so close to my delivery day. When I started to go into labor she set aside time and met us at the hospital when I asked her to join us. I really liked the birth plan that she created for us. During my very long delivery she was there. She encouraged my husband to do what I wanted him to do. She remembered everything I asked her to do. I also really liked her knowledge and essential oils which brought such a great approach. The best part is my husband and I had an amazing experience and she helped facilitate my desire to have a natural, no medication birth in the hospital, she advocated for me, and I felt so empowered and had the best recovery possible. I would recommend Jenn to anyone looking for a doula because of her awesome cool and calmness during such an important and intimate moment. Definitely choose Jenn and you won't be disappointed.

Jennifer was exactly what I needed for the birth of my second child. She coached me through the…read morenatrual birth I wanted. She was there for me as emotional support and told me everything I needed to hear, but she also helped to push me when I wanted to give up. She reassured me I could make any decision I wanted to but also gently reminded me of the reasons I wanted my natrual birth. She has the perfect touch in knowing what you need whether it's a back massage or rubbing your head (sounds weird but helped so much!!). I could not have had such a wonderful birth experience without her and am so grateful she was my doula! I cannot recommend her enough!

If you are looking for a doula in Santa Clarita- look no further!…read more Jennie is a gem! I met Jennie when I was pregnant with my second baby. Having had a c-section with my first, I was trying for a home vaginal birth and she was so supportive. She had a ton of great resources and offered a lot of friendly advice. I was doing the hypnobabies home course and she helped me tremendously! Jennie has an awesome sense of humor and the ability to tune into exactly what you need as a during this transition from a pregnant woman to new mom. A true gift to Santa Clarita's birthing community. I hear she is also teaching childbirth education now- so cool! I would have loved to have her as my instructor!

My husband and I moved to Santa Clarita when I was 8 months pregnant. We didn't even know where to…read morestart! We found Jennie and she was a great resource for us during a difficult time. She helped us create a brithing plan and feel comfortable in our new enviornment. She helped coach me, my husband and my mom during my very long labor! Even after delivery, she continues to be a great support contact for us regarding our new baby as well as a liasion in the community.

I feel so honored to have Darla as my Postpartum Doula Mentor. She truly is the best. She is kind,…read moreloving, honest & incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her work. Whether taking one of her training courses, or hiring her as your Postpartum Doula, you will NOT be dissapointed!

From the owner: Birth and Postpartum Doula Services in the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys. Also, CAPPA…read morePostpartum Doula Faculty holding trainings throughout California and surrounding states. www.douladarla.com

Bravo? More like boo!…read more Awful! What a waste of $200. You don't really get to learn anything (new) that you have not already read from a book or the internet. This Allison Bravo (yep, that's her name) has the worst attitude and customer service skills ever. She is not friendly at all, it's hard to like her from the very beginning. She doesn't interact with the clients and is very dry. The worst thing is her lack of professionalism when it comes to responding to emails and/or text messages. I will be posting pictures of unanswered emails and text messages soon. This business heavily advertises and includes this text in their confirmation email: "All of my couples receive 24 hour access to me through email/phone/text, including your labor." The other couples who were in the same class with us were as frustrated as we are. There was even one couple who is about to give birth very soon but did not hear back from Allison on time. I have text messages to prove this too. Good luck in getting this Allison chick to respond to you. Those who wrote these outstanding reviews are probably friends of hers as we had the completely opposite experience and I am a Yelp Elite. Don't waste your time and your money.

just finished Allison's 6 week class at SCV birth center and loved it! Allison is very…read moreknowledgeable and could answer all of our questions with ease. If she couldn't answer with an evidence based response she would either refer us to the midwives at the birth center or she would send us some research on the topic. I loved that she's had two unmedicated births herself and can speak 100% from experience. my husband said he loved what he learned about helping me with pain coping techniques and distractions. he also loved that Allison stressed to the dads that the birth of our child is just as much his experience as it is mine and to live in the moment and feel everything instead of just trying to get me through it. we would highly recommend!!

Emily is an amazing doula and also provided great encapsulation services. Her demeanor is friendly,…read morekind, bubbly and she knows her stuff. I always felt comfortable asking her questions about my birth plan, she is incredibly knowledgeable and well read and she was comfortable helping me with a Hypnobabies birth. There was a moment in the hospital on birthing day where she was particularly helpful, the doctors told me they needed to induce because I had a premature rupture of membrane. I was uncomfortable about medical intervention and Emylie was able to provide several articles to support my opinion and others to inform my decision. I was so impressed with how quickly she was able to recall and provide relevant information that helped me make an informed decision. She made me feel empowered. At the time of birth she showed how strong she was by helping me adjust into several positions and she worked incredibly well with the nursing staff. She wore her Wombmate uniform and was an authority figure in the room and I felt like she was a valuable teammate. She provided comfort when I was uncomfortable and somehow magically supplied a banana when I needed potassium for a leg cramp at 10 PM at night. She also helped us take our first family photos and you could tell she genuinely loves her job. Regarding encapsulation, she took care of everything from the hospital and provided more than she offered in her package. Great value. When she came to my home to drop off everything I was provided a detailed description and how to use the items. A bonus was that she taught us how to use a baby wrap which became a very well used skill throughout my son's infancy. I would certainly recommend Emylie to anyone as a doula or as a placenta encapsulator! 10/10!!!

My husband and I could not have been more pleased with Emylie as our doula. She was very helpful…read moreprior to the birth with helping us figure out what to expect. Our birth experience was also such a great one because of Emylie's help and support, particularly in making my husband at ease when a couple of possible complications arose. She also helped me to understand that I could empower myself to ask for what I wanted and needed from the nurses and doctors. Thank you so much Emylie!