Katie is generous kind and patient from the start through till the end. She goes beyond her job…read moredescription for sure. I can't tell you how wonderful and vital her care and support for me has been. I am 6 weeks postpardom writing this, so I can confidently say she is fantastic every step of the way. I love that she never rushes you, or minds you asking questions. I am a first time mom, so I have had a lot of them-more than I thought I ever would. She has been there to answer them and to reassure me, well beyond birth. Its been such a giant relief to have someone professional to go to with things versus making a million doctor appointments just to have a question answered that's causing great concern now. No waiting and stressing, she's made herself available to me-being just a call or text away. I'm so grateful. I also appreciate that Katie doesn't make herself out to be a guru of all things, she has lots of resources and connections for anything in which she is not an expert. I've had issues arise here and there and she's not left me hanging, she's been sure to refer me to the appropriate help and doesn't get offended if they aren't working out the way you needed them to be. She was literally perfect throughout all of labor, and I had what I consider a rough labor at 30+ hours of back labor and hours of pushing. Hands off when she needed to be and hands-on when I needed her to be - Katie was the perfect balance. Both my hubby and I were very impressed. Throughout everything she's been consistent in giving me her balanced perspective and offering the freedom I need to make a decision. Also, one of the reasons we chose Katie is that she is unique as a midwife because of her experience and education. Remembering Katie was an RN in the NICU and has ample midwife certifications, often put us at ease knowing she has varied experience and a balance of perspective. Katie is well worth her weight in gold and much more (she should really charge way more for her services)! Just make sure you contact her early enough, she only takes on so many at a time! Also, when first meeting her, don't make the same mistake I almost made by taking her quietness for lack of confidence/competence. You won't regret having Katie on your side; I consider Katie an essential part of my experience. I can adamantly and repeatedly say I would NOT want to know what it would've been like without her.

I cannot recommend Katie enough. She was always there to answer any questions I had during my…read morepregnancy, no matter how big or small. When I had a small prelabor scare in my second trimester she responded quickly and made sure to follow up with me the next morning after it passed. She was very supportive but let me take the lead when labor began. Once she arrived they set up quickly and she held my hand through contractions when everyone else was busy. She was a calm and motivating energy through the entire thing. Her postpartum follow up was amazing and she didn't leave until she was sure everything had been taken care of and we were all comfortable. She even filed the paperwork for my daughter's SS card and birth certificate. She was also able to help me with some minor breastfeeding issues the first few weeks. If I ever have another child I would choose her as my care provider without a second thought.

As we don't have family in the Tampa Bay area, for our first pregnancy/childbirth experience, we…read morewanted to hire a birth doula. After seeing so many great reviews and recommendations for Buddha Bellies, we booked the birth and postpartum doula services and honestly couldn't be happier. You get a pair of birth doulas to ensure one is available for when you give birth. Both were knowledgeable, friendly, and super supportive throughout my pregnancy. After an initial zoom call to get to know each other, we had a group text chat to check in and answer any questions I might have. They also suggested things to bring to the hospital, like an essential oil diffuser that really helped me and the nurses loved. My on-call doula on the day my son was born was Susan, and she was a lifesaver!! She arrived at the hospital promptly (despite living an hour away) and helped keep my husband and I calm. My husband had to leave for an hour to bring our dog to his boarding location, and so I was so grateful I had Susan with me during that time. I tried to give birth without an epidural, and her magical massages literally saved me and brought me to 6cm dilated. At that time, I decided I definitely did want/need an epidural, and she was very supportive of my wishes. She honestly felt like she became family that day and was so dedicated to my comfort. I can't imagine having done this without her. We're now onto the postpartum doula phase, and while we just started with our overnight care, we are SO glad that we made the decision to have a postpartum doula (kind of like a night nurse in this scenario). So far, it has been absolutely wonderful--the doula is very caring and loving to my baby boy and gives me a few extra hours of sleep each night, which is invaluable. As newbie parents, she offers advice and reassurance that things (like infant gas!) are normal. We are able to sleep soundly knowing that our son is safe with her in the other room! The Buddha Bellies support staff have also been excellent. It was very easy to be matched with and interview doulas--we hired ours on the very first try, as they were all of amazing quality, friendly, and with great experience/reviews. We cannot recommend them more!

My partner and I attended the Buddha Belly pregnancy classes for four weeks. The classes were…read moretaught by Justine and Mellisa. Both teachers were knowledgeable and provided us with essential information about pregnancy, both during and after. They taught us in detail about the steps that should be taken during and after pregnancy, which would be beneficial for both the mother and the child. We also hired doulas from Buddha Belly to assist us during the pregnancy, and they were fantastic. I highly recommend that anyone who is pregnant and their partner take the Buddha Belly pregnancy classes to ensure a smooth pregnancy and to gain the necessary knowledge concerning pregnancy.

She rescheduled 7/10 appointments, late, very impersonal, she was rude. Also she tried to scare me…read moreinto getting induced and recommended me to go to the hospital. I declined and waited 2 full weeks. She took my blood pressure after telling me I and my baby could die, she also factored "trace" of protein in urine and said my baby was measuring small. My baby was completely fine. I had to hire another midwife for over $5k and my home birth baby is beautiful and healthy with 0 problems. She is also known as Sizzly Buchanan and has many negative reviews including million dollar lawsuit.

she was my midwife for a few months last year in 2024. she couldn't give a crap what you got going…read moreon down there as long as you're paying her. you could have a bad yeast infection or Pre-eclampsia and she would say that it's normal. having a bad yeast infection and pre-eclampsia WHILE PREGNANT IS NOT NORMAL. GO TO A REGULAR DOCTOR AT A HOSPITAL WHO CARES AND HAS THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF TREATMENT FOR YOU AND YOUR BABY. if you want you and your baby to be safe DONT COME HERE. she literally has a $12m lawsuit for hurting a babies arm in/for at home childbirth !!!!!!

I can't say enough good things about Charlie. I was planning my second home birth when I found out…read moremy baby had some health concerns and would need to be born in a hospital. I started calling home birth midwives for doula referrals, and I was so lucky to connect with Charlie. She truly brought a piece of the home birth experience into the hospital room. Charlie was a fierce advocate, not only for me, but also an incredible source of support for my husband. She brought a sense of peace and calm to what felt like a very unknown and overwhelming situation. I felt completely safe with her by my side. Charlie helped us talk through every decision, making sure we felt informed and confident in our choices. Her support didn't end after the birth either, she consistently checked in postpartum and continued to care for our whole family. I truly can't recommend Charlie enough. She is an amazing, steady, and calming presence. Whether you're planning a home birth or just looking for strong, compassionate birth support, you are in the very best hands with Charlie. Her care extends beyond just mom, she supports the entire family.

I'm currently in the process of taking Barefoot Birth to court for money I prepaid for their…read moreservices. I made a prepayment before 36 weeks and it is not being returned. I informed them I would be transferring care at 32 weeks. I told the owner that I would pay for any prenatal appointments I went to, but she made a bill with fees I was not aware of. My invoice was the exact amount I prepaid which is very suspicious. The invoice even said my $500 deposit was a charge for some reason instead of applied to my balance like the contract states. The invoice seemed to be made in a rush and its purpose to zero out my account so they could keep my money. I will add my entire experience after court. In the meantime, if you choose this midwifery, ask them to outline their fees and what you owe after every appointment to avoid this. Overall disappointed with Charlie's (owner) handling of this issue.

I can't recommend Sweet Child O' Mine enough! From the moment I walked in, I felt supported by an…read moreincredible team of women who truly care. A huge shoutout to Belinda, who was the most attentive and informative midwife I could've asked for. She made every step of the journey feel clear, comforting, and empowering. The office staff were always so thorough and friendly, which made every visit feel easy and welcoming. When I toured the facility, I had the chance to meet the owner and lead midwife, and the peaceful energy I felt there really helped shape my decision. I knew I was in the right place. If you're looking for amazing care from a phenomenal team of women, this is absolutely your place.

The facility is very clean, nice and comforting. The staff are wonderful. I went in for a…read moreconsultation and still had to tour another birth center before I made my decision. I was 21 weeks so a week past my anatomy scan ultra sound to check on my baby, they set me up to get one and very quickly which I appreciated so much. I got a call back from the their office shortly Ofer my ultra sound to hear some not so good news that I am now high Rick pregnancy and I'm not able to have care at their facility, then they went ahead and set me up to get further testing and I love that they took it upon them selves to do that for me instead of call me and have me deal with it all on my own.. If I wasn't high risk I would've definitely had my baby here with these amazing women.

Took the time to listen and made you feel comfortable before examination. Highly recommend. My…read moredoctor and supporting staff are very personable.

I've been seeing Dr. Ashby since before she opened her own practice. I can't put into words just…read morehow amazing she is. As a woman, we often get overlooked and talked down to by doctors. Dr. Ashby takes time to LISTEN to her patients and get to know them. Her office staff is wonderful. They're fast and efficient. Absolutely the best service in town!

I feel so lucky to have found Dawn! Her massages are wonderful; afterwards, I feel very peaceful…read moreand ready to "conquer the world" again. In addition, she incorporates my personal health situation extremely well. She has been understanding and flexible with our schedules as they shift from summer to back-to-school. My 12 year old son was a little hesitant before his 1st ever massage, but after one 30 minute massage with Dawn, he's hooked! She makes this typical pre-teen boy feel comfortable, listens to him & answers all of his questions

From the owner: My commitment to the wellness of my clients goes above and beyond providing Therapeutic Massage…read moreTherapy with Customized Massage Therapy Sessionsby taking an integrative wellness approach that includes: Educating clients on the benefits of Cultivating Wellness by addressing the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and offering opportunities to clients learn about natural lifestyle approaches to facilitate the body's own natural healing through classes & coaching ,wellness products, and additional resources that include wellness services and modalities from other wellness practitioners.

As soon as I met Mary Catherine I knew I wanted her to be a part of my birth experience. She made…read moreme feel so relaxed and comfortable. It felt like we had been friends for years. I explained to her my desire to have a VBAC, which she was very supportive of and helped calm all of my anxieties. Our communication was great all throughout my pregnancy. She came to our house a few times to meet with me and my husband to discuss any questions we had, as well as accompanied me to one of my appointments with the midwife. After my labor initially started fast and strong I began to stall and we discovered that my daughter had turned right occiput posterior. Fortunately, Mary Catherine was well-versed in "spinning babies" techniques, which ultimately helped my baby get back into the proper position and for labor to progress. She was right by my side for every contraction helping me to control my breathing, getting me in different labor positions, and using counter pressure on my back (which was AMAZING!). Without her support and knowledge I do not believe I would have been able to have the natural VBAC delivery I had hoped for. She was my rock throughout my 16 hour labor and her support was absolutely invaluable! Her services went above and beyond being a doula and encapsulating my placenta. I consider her part of our family now and will absolutely hire her to be a part of any future births we have. Thank you MC!!