It is very helpful as a new mother to have a wise woman support optimal positioning for…read morebreastfeeding. I thought it was innate but it turns out, help from a professional can go a long way to optimize feedings. Christina is a wizard at this. She's like a grandma meets a yoga teacher kinda vibe..super sweet, extremely knowledgeable, and her approach helped me to get fuller feeds for our newborn son.

Christine is AMAZING ! I was in so much pain and struggling with breastfeeding when I got home from…read morethe hospital. Christine came to our home and spent several hours with us until I got the hang of things. I am now breastfeeding comfortably without any pain and my baby boy is gaining weight. I feel so thankful to have met Christine. Hire her !!!

Very grateful to have them with me. First time doing this and also first one in my family. My…read morepregnancy was very emotional, a lot of tears and I always felt in a safe environment when I was with them. Alix was my main midwife, so cheerful, supportive and looking for the best answer, with best answer no only to my questions but to my health, soul and mind. Can sound very promising and in reality the flow/pregnancy feels simple having their help. I guess is the very experience support that they have. I wish I could express more because words are short for my feeling of gratitude. Much love and best wishes for you. If you are already here...this is your way.

A million times over, I would choose Tema and her student midwife team to guide me on my pregnancy…read moreand birth journey. As a second time mom and healthcare practioner, i thought I had pretty good education on natural birth. Tema not only furthered my knowledge, but also made me and my husband feel beyond supported every step on the way. My whole body wellness was cared for, and having my emotional and spiritual health nourished along with my physical health during pregnancy was beyond what I expected. Tema takes the time to get to know you, your baby, and your partner, so by the time It is birth day, she feels like family. I completely trusted her at a moment that was so vulnerable to me. We hit a snag during labor, but Tema handled it so professionally and confidently and we were able to safely deliver my healthy baby boy at home. It was a beautiful experience. I am convinced that Tema's knowledge of spinning babies facilitated my labor to progress and if I had been in a traditional birth setting, it would have went differently. If you are looking for a caring and trustworthy midwife for your home birth, please choose Tema. Her passion for her calling is evident in every interaction and she is a blessing to the home birth community.

Kayti is an absolutely incredible midwife (and person)! I cherish every single second that I spent…read morewith her. She is an inspiring example of women supporting other women. I left each prenatal appointment feeling truly listened to, supported, cared for, and emotionally nourished. My birth experience at home was magical in every way, and the postpartum care was no different. Kayti goes above and beyond by offering several feel-good treatments such as Spinning Babies techniques and postpartum Japanese breast massage. Kayti is very knowledgeable with a background in both eastern and western midwifery. She is helpful in every way and offers many natural remedies to sooth pregnancy and postpartum ailments. If you are just considering a home birth and on the fence, I couldn't recommend it more. Take time to survey mothers you know. If you listen to the birth stories of mothers who birthed at home vs mothers who birthed elsewhere, your choice will become obvious. I have heard the stories of many, many women. Those who birthed at home felt wonderfully empowered. Many of those who birthed elsewhere were left with physical and emotional trauma. With Kayti, I felt safe and supported every step of the way and I am forever grateful.

Where do I begin! This review is a small part in comparison to how much gratitude and joy Kayti &…read moreAmy brought my wife and I! I was skeptical at first with the homebirth experience and wanted to ensure we chose the right people to be with us in the moment. We met with multiple midwives but from our very first appointment we knew they were it! They made us feel as we were their priority from day 1 all the way through the after care. The peace & comfort they brought us in every moment is unexplainable! During the after care I told Kayti that their care was priceless!!! I will forever be grateful for the care and attention they provided my wife and beautiful daughter! Our experience was better than we could've ever imagined. We love you both dearly!

We are so grateful to have had the dream team of Louise and Emry…read more At the prenatal visit, they kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. They took their time to carefully understand our previous pregnancy and birth experience and supported us in forming the birth plan we were most comfortable with. During labor, Louise's steady presence and calm, reassuring energy made all the difference. She knew exactly when to step in to offer guidance or helpful suggestions, advocate for our needs, and even when to lighten the mood with her wonderful sense of humor. At the postpartum visit, Louise continued to show her sweet, supportive, thoughtful nature. She checked-in on all of us, answered questions, and made sure we were adjusting well to a new family member. We couldn't have asked for a better team to support us through such an important time in our lives. We would absolutely recommend Louise and Emry to anyone looking for a doula.

I had the best experience with Breathe Bitch Doula! Louise and Mahri were incredible. They made me…read morefeel so supported and relaxed throughout my whole journey. They are set up to tag team so one of them is guaranteed to be there for the brith which was so helpful to know that someone would be there no matter what. They helped prep me and we amazing resources throughout my pregnancy, obviously during labor, and even postpartum. I'd text them with all my "my baby is doing this is it normal" questions. I want them there for any future pregnancies and labor!

Maggie was recommended to us from a mutual friend, and we could not be more grateful of the care…read moreand calm she provide for us. Our meetings leading up the the birth were so comfortable and nurturing. She has this way about her that you feel like you are in the most capable hands while also having the freedom and flexibility to choose your own birth journey. She helped us choose a birth education class was truly life changing. Because of this, we were able to have the birth we hoped for-- loving, safe, and free from fear. She made my husband feel like an integral part of the process and answered all of our questions with confidence and humility. On the big day her ability to remain calm, focused, and compassionate made all the difference in the world. Due to the fast pace of our birth, Maggie ended up driving us in her car and remained our rock during the whole process. It is an amazing feeling to trust someone, like Maggie, with the most important thing you've ever done. It was so special sharing our birth with her and we felt so incredibly supported. She seamlessly allowed my husband and I to have the most intimate experience, all the while keeping tabs on everyone in the hospital room to ensure our birth plan was followed. She was so willing to provide such loving care of me during times that were extremely vulnerable but did so in a way that let feel physically and emotionally safe. She rubbed my back, she calmed my husband, she fed us, she captured our first photo as a family and so much more. A few days after we returned home, she came over for a visit. We all laughed an reminisced about the birth as if we were old friends. We can honestly say that our birth experience was so beautiful and loving and Maggie was an integral part in all of it. She will always have a special place in our hearts for bringing our amazing baby to us in such a wholesome and wonderful way.

My husband and I chose Maggie as our Doula for our first baby. At first, I was on the fence about…read morehiring a Doula and thought we could handle this on our own, just my husband and I. However looking back, it was one of the best decisions we made for our pregnancy and labor journey. It was just nice to have that additional support, a third eye, and relief for my husband so he could simply be by my side and support me. Maggie is very knowledgeable in all things pregnancy and birth. During my pregnancy, I had a peace of mind knowing I could contact Maggie with any questions that came up! She had great resources on various topics that I had questions about. She was just a text away and was quick at responding and being available. She is also a yoga instructor (including prenatal) and carries a very relaxed and calm vibe, which we really appreciated. She has a kind and warm temperament and is also confident and assertive when needed. My family is a bit of a drive away and my husband had to work during my 9th month of pregnancy so it was really nice to know I could call Maggie if I went in to labor at any time and she would come be with me. During labor, she helped me with various labor techniques and positioning to help labor progress. She reminded us to stay hydrated and helped set the mood for a wonderful birth, she helped me achieve the birth I desired. Between Maggie and my husband, they worked together to help me through one of the most difficult things I have ever done and it was very comforting to have them there knowing exactly what I needed in the moment. She was there before, during and after my pregnancy and labor and overall was a great support systems for us. The investment was truly worth it! I would recommend Maggie to any one of my loved ones who is looking for a Doula.

So much gratitude to this amazing doula duo!!…read more From the first time we met with April and Joy we felt comfortable and confident in our decision to work together. We are from out of town and I came down to San Diego first as my husband had to finish work and it was very reassuring to have April and Joy as part of our birth team in case I went into labor earlier than expected. Throughout my pregnancy all the resources, check ins, and words of encouragement that April and Joy provided were much appreciated. They were also very quick to respond to any questions/concerns that I had. The morning of my delivery my surges came in very quickly. I contacted Joy and April right away and shortly after had a phone conversation with Joy to confirm it was time to head to the hospital. She met my husband and I there and it was such a relief to see and have her support during the most challenging part of my labor. Her calming presence, hands on comfort measures were invaluable and she worked so harmoniously with the hospital staff. The photos she captured of our first moments with our second born are truly priceless. After delivery I had unexpected bleeding and I'm so thankful to have Joy's knowledge on the different types of medications. She helped slowed things down and explained the benefits of them for my case and I felt confident in my decision making. I am incredibly thankful for April's belly binding offering postpartum. The foot bath and belly massage was such a treat and it was a lovely way to wrap up our time together with her. There isn't a single thing I would have changed with my birth experience. April and Joy are a fantastic team, highly highly recommend them!

Working with Joyful Roots was truly one of the best decisions we made, and I can honestly say that…read moreJoy and April are the number one thing I credit for helping me have such a beautiful, positive birth experience. Before giving birth, I was someone who felt really nervous and unsure about the whole experience. But after going through it, I genuinely tell everyone that I loved giving birth, which is something I never thought I would say! That is such a testament to the incredible support and care Joy and April provided throughout my pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience. My hope going into birth was to labor naturally at home as long as possible and remain open to getting an epidural once I was at the hospital and further along in active labor. They helped me achieve exactly that. While we were laboring at home, April was the one on the phone coaching my husband and me through contractions, helping us feel safe and calm. She offered different suggestions for positions and comfort measures that made such a difference. My husband shared after that he would have been freaking out much more and probably would have pushed going to the hospital earlier if it was not for her guidance. When Joy met us at the hospital, I instantly felt a huge sense of comfort and relief the moment I saw her. She was tremendously helpful supporting me through contractions with her touch through different comfort measures. After I got the epidural, she continued to be so knowledgeable and helped position me in ways that encouraged baby to be in the best possible position for birth. He was more to the side before but she made such a difference in getting him in a great position. What stood out most to me was how deeply seen and understood I felt by her. She was so in tune with my needs, emotions, and what I needed in each moment in a way that felt different from anyone else present in the room at my birth. Her presence was grounding and incredibly reassuring. Even after I gave birth, when I was feeling overwhelmed by all the emotions and hormones, she noticed immediately and supported me so thoughtfully and gently. That care meant so much to me. I know hiring a doula is an investment, but truly, it was one of the greatest gifts I could have given myself, my family, and my birth experience. If you are considering working with Joyful Roots, I cannot recommend Joy and April enough.

Being pregnant with my second child after what was a very traumatic first delivery experience…read more(emergency c section) was pretty scary. I knew I didn't ever want to go through something like that again, I knew I was going to try for a VBAC, but I knew I needed extra support. I searched high and low for a doula, a Catholic one in particular- one that was going to help me pray through this process and pray for me and my baby, and invite God into this life changing event. By the grace of God I found Rebecca! We immediately clicked after our first meeting and that's when I knew she was the one who was going to help me give birth to my baby! She is a very intelligent, warm, and nurturing soul! If ever I had doubts or questions, she would reassure me that my body knew what it was doing, my body was simply made for this. Her wisdom is something I truly admire and thank her for! Another of my top concerns was my husbands lack of support- I surely thought this would be a downfall in my attempted VBAC, but again Rebecca knew how to reassure me everything would be ok and when the time came to welcome baby she coached him on what to do and he was actually really great! I'm so excited to say I had a successful VBAC and I am positive that it was due to having such an amazing doula by my side!!! I also had my placenta encapsulated since I wanted to avoid postpartum depression which I suffered from after the first pregnancy. Rebecca took care of taking it after I had my baby and bringing back my capsules at our first postpartum meeting. I must say that those capsules helped immensely, this time around it is a much smoother and happier time. If it's in Gods plan to have more children I will definitely be having Rebecca at my side!

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This is for the lab Very efficient. Full waiting room when I…read morechecked in. Waited less than 20 minutes Took my urine, blood, and did an ekg in less than 15 minutes. 1 attempt for the blood. Entire staff were very pleasant and helpful

Got a referral for a minor procedure at Vandever Family Medicine. This is for removal of an…read moreuncomfortable cyst between my shoulder blades. The soonest they have available is November...4 months from now. Completely ridiculous. I can understand a month wait but four months is absurd. Kaiser does not have the doctors, staff or facilities to provide care to members in a timely fashion. Kaiser is fine for simple things like primary care, lab work and basic X-rays. It goes off the rails bad with speciality care, delays in getting care and imaging like CT, MRI. The more I interact with Kaiser, the more truth I find in the old saying "Kaiser is fine, unless you're sick." I called Member Services who told me to email my PCP (which I did) and was told there is nothing they can do other than filing a grievance. Of course, the grievance process takes 30 days so that's no help. I feel like many departments in Kaiser operate under the direction to delay providing any care as long as possible. It saves Kaiser money and, after the wait, the patient is usually dead or better. What matters the most is Kaiser saving money, not providing timely care so it's all good to Kaiser leadership. They truly are the WalMart of medicine.