We've had 2 kiddos here and the midwives did an amazing job of supporting us and bringing our…read morebabies into the world safely and in a way that honored my ability to move around and birth naturally. Couldn't have had a better experience all around!

The birthing center is fantastic! I wish all doctors' appointments and interactions with hospital…read morestaff left me feeling like I do when I go to the birthing center. The midwives and nurses are knowledgeable, compassionate, and very very good at what they do. When I was deciding where to have my baby, I chose the birthing center because of the low intervention model (I usually get real anxious when it comes to hospitals and medical procedures), support for a non-medicated birth, and beneficial practices like delayed cord clamping, not washing baby right away, and skin-to-skin. It seemed very homey and calming and I liked that the birthing center was in the hospital (as opposed to a stand alone center), so if an emergency happened, I could get immediate care. The center has four birthing suites: spring, summer, fall, and winter. You can pick which one you want; the layout and color themes are slightly different. However, every room has a shower, a tub you can labor in (though you can't do a water birth), a big bed where both you and your partner are encouraged to snuggle baby after the birth (I think it might be a queen), and various labor stuff (two different kinds of birthing balls, a rope thing hanging from the ceiling, etc.). During birth they have nitrous oxide available for pain relief. You typically get to go home the day of the birth if everything checks out or you have the option of staying in a maternity recovery room upstairs. I had a great experience with all my prenatal appointments and recently had my 6 week follow up. I never feel rushed; I feel heard and respected when I come with my long list of questions (it was my first pregnancy). You get to have appointments with each of the midwives throughout your pregnancy so that whenever you deliver, you'll already be familiar with whichever midwife is on call at the time. So I ended up having my baby on the regular labor and delivery floor because we were high risk and the birthing center can only do low risk births (baby came early at 33 weeks). However, the midwife on call, Maria, still came to attend the birth. Her presence, support, and coaching were invaluable during labor! I wouldn't say I felt calm per se, but I definitely felt less stressed and more confident knowing she was there. I was still able to deliver baby vaginally and without pain medication, which I attribute in large part to Maria's support and the natural birthing class I took through the center. If/when my spouse and I decide to have another baby, I would definitely choose the birthing center again (and hopefully be able to actually give birth there)! Oh and one last thing, one of their staff is a certified lactation consultant, so you can ask Amanda any and all breastfeeding questions you have. She runs The Lactation Circle (TLC) every Thursday morning where you can come with your baby and do a weighted feed (so you know how much your baby is eating), get help with baby's latch, and just hang out with other moms and babies. It's another amazing support and resource the birthing center offers!

Amazing experience as a doula there to support my client…read more No rushing, no pushing, informed consent, asking before every touch; it was just amazing. My client's husband had the honor of catching his son. As she birthed the way that was best for her body. If you want a supportive team that can give you a beautiful natural childbirth experience, this is the place. Unfortunately, they'll be closing at the end of the year. So this review is a reminder to support your local birthworkers and midwives.

From the owner: First Breath Birth & Wellness is the only licensed freestanding birth center in MO. Our midwives…read moreare Certified Nurse Midwives. We afford women all of the options for childbirth. Women who come us First Breath Birth & Wellness have access to a birth center birth, water birth, home birth or a hospital birth. Our clinical staff have over 100 years of combined healthcare experience. We believe in allowing women to have the birth experience they want, as long as it is healthy and safe for them and their child.

Heart to Heart staff went above & beyond to make my first birth a success. I couldn't have asked…read morefor a better group to have cared to myself & my son. If you have any hesitation about home birth, talk to Lauren. She answers every question with ease. She will prepare you and your significant other for the big day! Being in the comfort of your own home is honestly the best during that time. No stressful car ride, no poking and prodding, labor progresses as it should, no one tells you when you can go home, or if you can eat or drink etc, all assessments are done with baby right by you etc.

There are no words big enough to express how amazing Dr. Senciboy and her practice are. Through my…read morefirst pregnancy and labor, they wrapped me in safety, comfort, kindness, and unwavering care. I have never experienced a medical group like this. If you want to feel truly heard and supported, they are the practice for you. I'm so thankful to have found them.

My goodness this place is amazing! I've met with Dr.Kodner , WHNP Warden, and MSN Sueoka and they…read moreare all fantastic! Everyone is always so nice and knowledgeable and they have a great way at putting you at ease! Just a really great place you can't go wrong here!

This center has been positively recommended to me by several women in the area and my interactions…read morewith them have been very positive so far. Great services and information offered and provided!

I had a beautiful and amazing experience with these midwives; a much different experience than I…read morehad using a hospital and traditional medical system. They listened and I felt informed every step of the way. Best choice in holistic care in the St. Louis area!

We absolutely loved our homebirth! Jean was very calm and peaceful which made our entire experience…read morea dream come true! she took great care of us before, during and after. We can't wait to use them with our next home birth

I met Anna through a mutual client that we both shared. She had such a great spirit She's an…read moreamazing person and doula. She provides excellent postpartum care.

Working with Anna is such a pleasure! We can't say enough good things about this woman. She is…read moreknowledgeable, accepting, supportive and everything you could possibly hope for in a doula. I felt completely safe and at ease with her by my side. She was the perfect balance of firm and soft when it came to both encouragement and physical techniques. She reminded me to eat and drink in a way that I never felt pestered but lovingly looked after. No matter what I requested to help with the pain she obliged happily. I was worried about being self conscious during labor but Anna was so kind, I never felt judged or insecure. Instead, I felt lifted up and empowered. My husband was grateful to have her there as well. I needed counter pressure with every contraction and with a 17 hour long labor it was nice to have someone to tag team and offer him support as well. We would recommend Anna to anyone and everyone. You will feel so supported and safe with her by your side. I truly believe having her at our birth was key to my being able to follow through with a natural unmedicated birth. After all is said and done, we felt we had a new close friend, not just a doula. If you are looking for a doula who will honor, echo and support your wishes - Anna is your lady!

Dr. Boyd and Dr. Covlin have been great! I usually see Dr. Boyd for my concerns and appointments…read more My baby came a little early and Dr. Covlin was there to deliver him. He listened to my wishes and was great to "work" with. Highly recommend both doctors.

They've rescheduled me twice and eventually wanted me to take my appointment with their "urgent…read morecare" facility.