I've been to a few parent and me classes and this one really stood out. I was looking for an…read moreoutdoor class given these covid times and this one was perfect as it's a nature based program that meets in either Griffith park or Elysian park. While many parent and me or mommy and me classes are run by great people few are actually trained educators. I was impressed by the credentials of the leader, Melissa. The outdoor setting was really calm and soothing not just for my baby but for me too! It also is one of the longest sessions too you can stay for 2 hours. I met a few parents which was nice too.

I went to village birth in their bundle it was well worth the money. My husband and I did our birth…read moreeducation classes, newborn essentials, feeding and getting ready for the fourth trimester. Thru their doula match we found an amazing postpartum doula. I also did some of their prenatal circles and will be doing their post partum circle soon. Always a fun mix of women who go there, and I know the business can't control who signs up for classes but I wish more POC women and couples went. My first circle it was very intimidating being the only POC there.

My wife and I attended the childbirth class here, and I definitely recommend this place for anyone…read morelooking to learn more about what to expect from the childbirth process. Brighid was our course instructor, and she was super knowledgable, open and supportive to all types of relationships, birthing plans, and wasn't overly dogmatic by recommending a "one size fits all" approach to this very dynamic process. She was experienced and knowledgeable, answered our questions, gave recommendations, resources, and context, and we could not be happier with the experience. The office was quiet, clean, free from distractions, and the environment was comfortable and inviting. My wife had a few fears/concerns about being a first time mother, but after the class she's feeling much more comfortable now that she's equipped with so much context and information. Overall this was a fantastic experience and anyone who is feeling overwhelmed and is looking for a bit of guidance and support should seek this place out. Thank you Brighid!

Jennifer was WONDERFUL to work with - helpful, encouraging and always available. I really struggled…read morewith breastfeeding my first few months and she made me feel immediately comfortable and like it was something I could do. She has been able to diagnose and coach me through multiple issues (painful latch, mastitis) and I am now almost exclusively breastfeeding on demand with minimal discomfort. Highly recommend!

I cannot say enough good things about Jennifer...I worked with other lactation consultants before…read moreand they couldn't help me with my son's latch. Jennifer came to my house and showed me how to do it right immediately!! 10000% an expert, hands on, practical and super responsive to any additional questions. She also routinely reached out to me to check in and make sure we were doing well. I am recommending her to anyone I know. Super easy to make appointments with and very punctual which you will definitely appreciate when your baby is young and nurses frequently. I even texted her months after our sessions ended for help with my mastitis and she was super helpful, she is a great resource!

I had my first (free trial) of parentcirkle today and was blessed to be coached by Arielle Nobile…read more First of all, keep in mind that I found out my garage was flooded (due to a washing machine issue) five minutes prior to my session. Also I'm 7.5 months pregnant, super hormonal, and at work while all of this is happening. I signed up for the multi- tasking class- talk about stars aligning. It was such an incredible experience. I was a neurotic mess for a couple minutes during the intro of the call, but after a few deep, guided breaths by Arielle, I found myself shutting off the world (and pressing the "ignore" button on my cell as the nanny/husband/plumber tried to call me). I could go on and on about my session in particular, but instead I will share why I will be signing up for membership into this amazing experience. 1. It makes you feel less alone. You can fill in the blank as to what your issue/challenge/experience is, and you can count on connecting with others going through the same thing or get advice on what helped them overcome it. 2. Its a place to find resources- Arielle suggested some great reads and a guided meditation app which I will certainly look into. I'm one of those people who likes suggestions, buys things based on amazon reviews, trusts friends who have tried things first etc., etc. 3. Safe place to vent- it's like talking to your friend, but better because there is no fear of any form of judgement and is focused on YOU! 4. Reminds you of the importance of taking care of yourself, and (almost) more importantly, remembering not to feel guilty along the way. I loved my first class and look forward to meeting new coaches and parents within this supportive Group!

I recently participated in 2 of our sessions and wanted to relay my positive experience. It may be…read moretoo short for a blog but feel free to add. Maybe you can use it as a Testimonial: It's so refreshing to be able to take an hour out of my busy day to have adult conversation. I love my children dearly but I alos need to have meaningful tlaks with other lik-minded individuals. Thank heavens for Parentcirkle! It's a platform that allows me to express myself and receive great life-tips from others, without leaving my house and while still wearing my casual clothes. Recently, I participated in the sessions "Coping with Stress" and "Sleep Deprived Parents." Both sessions provided applicable tips and steps to help with stress management and sleep deprivation. These sessions have helped me mentally and make me feel that I'm just a normal parent who is experiencing the same challenges as other parents. Parentcirkle truly does help to heal the healers. Even if it's just an hour a week, Parentcirkle is an amazing platform for me to meet other parents and just be myself.

Parenting classes are extremely helpful for new parents. The classes will educate parents with…read moreimportant child development knowledge along with provide many resources and tools to help parents navigate the normal stress and rigors of parenting. Edlin is a great facilitator of this class with lots of knowledge and experience working with parents and children as well.

I took classes with Edlin last year and the knowledge that she empowered my partner and me with has…read morebeen nothing short of life-changing! The way that we communicate as a family has changed for the better across the board. I spend so much less time saying "NO" and feeling frustrated because Edlin gave me the tools to learn how to have a real dialogue with my child and problem-solve. Edlin is a wonderful person- smart, funny, observant, and empathetic. I can't recommend her classes enough! *Another fun fact is that Edlin is a green thumb and has awesome recs for plants and activities you can do together with your kids. She rules!

I started going to Stroller Strides when my LO was 9 weeks old and the instructors gave me…read moremodifications to help me ease back into fitness at the pace I needed to go. My LO is now 7 months old and I am more fit than I was before pregnancy! I am so happy to have found an exercise plan that I can do WITH my kiddo in tow that entertains her while I get fit. Being a mom is tough. Finding time to take care of yourself is tough. Stroller strides is the perfect place to reconnect with your new body and role while bonding with your new little one! If my daughter and I could write this review together we would say: Mama mama mama mama strong!

This is a great way for moms of all stages to get in a great workout WITH their kids. The…read moreinstructors are patient and high spirited. When the kids get fussy, AND THEY DO GET FUSSY, the instructors don't shun the mommies or kiddos but rather entertain and distract them with songs, bubbles and toys. They'll even hold your babies so you can relax and focus on the workout. The workouts includes cardio, strength and abs; a full body "boot camp" with all levels of intensity for everyone. What I love best about Fit4Mom is the real community and the other great mommies you meet here. We all have similar health goals and we know how hard it is to achieve that with babies/toddlers. The kids get to interact with each other too so we all get to socialize. Wins all around!!

I'm typically skeptical of "baby groups" but this is not your average baby group. RIE has helped me…read morebecome a better caregiver to my daughter. I love the RIE approach but I cannot recommend the classes enough. It's one thing to read the literature and another to witness and observe your child in the space. I love Ruth Anne Hammond. She is filled with important information and knowledge. Plus, the babies love her and she loves them. Kira subbed for a class I was in once and she was fantastic as well. The Pasadena facility itself is beautiful. The babies love the trees that line Green St. But any "yes" space would do with RIE. It's the best!

Currently enrolled in RIE at the Pasadena location. It has fundamentally changed the way I parent…read moreand interact with my daughter for the better. Jill is an amazing teacher and always takes the time to answer our questions. I feel very lucky to have found this education for my baby. Only regret is not starting sooner.

Wow! Natalie is the baby whisperer! I took my baby girl to private group lessons for a number of…read moresessions and each time we learned new skills to help her development. I was bummed when I returned to work and could no longer attend the sessions. Each one was extremely helpful and Natalie was always insightful and tailored in her advice and assistance. My daughter really blossomed following our use of Natalie's thoughtful recommendations. I highly recommend sessions with this calming and natural teacher.

My daughter, husband & I have worked with Natalie for over 6 months and I have found each session…read moreto be just delightful! She is able to quickly asses & teach us just the right style of touch & interaction to support our daughter as she learns to explore her world. Our sessions (both in group & private lessons) have been wholistic, therapeutic & rejuvenating. They inspire me as a parent. She helps me see my baby and support her through her developing/growing body so I can be better attuned to her needs. We have used the Child'Space methods of touch and vocal exercises to improve our communication & bonding with our child in her pre-movement and beginning crawling/walking stages with great success. It has been wonderful to learn new methods of interacting with our child and I am very thankful to have studied with Natalie.

We are not first time parents, and have explored many different childcare options and Cheerful…read moreBeginnings is at the top of our list! Our son needed full time care due to our busy schedules working in healthcare and Julia was so wonderful accomodating our schedules. My son loved his teachers here and Julia's experience and education in childcare is exceptional. My son felt right at home and sometimes wasn't ready to leave at pickup! They have an organized curriculum, access to app for daily updates and healthy meal plans. I have already recommended them to my coworkers!

We reached out to Julia to get an advice/consultation for our three year old son who is having some…read morebehavior and communication issues. We considered to get the Base package that includes in class observation, 1 hour phone conversation and 1 hour consultation from her documented recommendations. After one week, we got in-depth consultation from her which she includes appropriate parent and toddler classes. Overall, our experience was great and very informative. Our expectations were met and we were happy with the solutions we've received. Thank you!

My daughter Ariel did a year at the Dream Center after struggling for years with depression and…read moreself-medication (heroin) after losing a boyfriend in high school. She graduated in 2015, and at that time I gave a 5-star review because I noticed big positive changes in her. I thought it would be nice to give an update since it has been close to 7 years since she graduated. Prior to the Dream Center, it was difficult for me to be around her because she had so much anger and she just wanted to argue with me about anything and everything. Since the Dream Center, she has been a pleasure to be around and not once in 7 years have we argued, or had even so much as a disagreement of words. She lived with me for the first year after the Dream Center. She was quick to find a job and began chasing her dream of becoming a dog groomer. She was 24 at this time, and prior to this, had never had a job but once for a couple of months. She began dating a boy from our church (who also attended the Dream Center - yes this is how they met) and 6 months later they were engaged, and 6 months after that married. I was concerned when she got married and moved into an apartment for the first time. I figured they would be coming to me asking for money to help them with the rent. But in 7 years they haven't asked me for a cent. A couple years later, they she said they were looking to buy a house. Honestly, I thought it was a pipe dream of theirs because they didn't' have good credit (bad from previous life). But God worked miracles and they bought a house only 10 minutes from where I live. Again, a couple years later, they announced they were going to open a mobile dog grooming business. Again, I didn't' think they could do it because the truck was over $100K. I suggested they consider a store because it would be a smaller investment for them to start up. But God had other plans, and they opened their mobile dog grooming business on February 14, 2020. Yes, February 2020. A month before the Covid shutdowns in California. But once again, God had a plan for them, it was mobile grooming because when all the brick and mortars closed, they were able to operate and within two months they were turning away business. It was also about this time that they announced they were having a baby, and on October 25, 2021 Camille was born. During these 7 years, Ariel and her husband have been very involved in the church they attend, and serve regularly on the worship team (Ariel lighting and her husband on the drums). They also regularly attend Celebrate Recovery which is a wonderful program for anyone struggling with hurts, hang-ups and habits. The Dream Center turned my daughter's life around. It changed her, for the better. She jokes occasionally and says she was brainwashed at the Dream Center. It wasn't easy for her, lots rules and structure. She had to sacrifice a lot of what she thought was important to her. But she doesn't regret it and has a lot of fond memories of the friendships that she formed while there. I highly recommend the Dream Center to anyone who is struggling in life. There is no denying the miracles that God did and continues to work in my daughter's life. Without the Dream Center, Ariel would have never understood how to have a relationship with Jesus, and have faith in God, and hope again. She didn't see a future before the Dream Center. But when she left, she saw all the possibilities and she went after them. I am excited to see where God leads her life next. I know there is more greatness to come. Thank you Dream Center for turning around my daughter life.

Came here in the late 90, s. And I am glad I left. Was never homeless never strung out on drugs or…read morefresh out of prison just a kid looking for encouragement and to be ministered to but was treated like homeless strung out felon . Program was weird, take everything from you and trust you with contemp every second. The guy that ran the place was a bully treated people like crap. Had stuff stolen from me from the drug addicts they had there . I was told it was a good program from a pastor that was the old pastor of the church I went to back then. It was more of a halfway house than anything . My experience was less than inspirational. Hope it's changed but the reviews I've read looks like it's the same.