BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE EVER MADE. If you are a mother wanting to feel empowered with your…read morepregnancy and birth, please do yourself a favor and hire Selena and her team. You could be in no greater care than with these incredible women. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have had this experience. During my first pregnancy, I was living in LA and had every intention of giving birth in a hospital. By 35 weeks pregnant, I felt uneasy with the care I was receiving by the OBGYN and wanted to seek out other options. Long story short, I ended up hiring a midwife and doula and gave birth at home 3 weeks later. It was one of the best days of my life. With this second pregnancy, I knew I wanted another home birth from the absolute get-go, so this was my first experience having midwife care from the beginning of my pregnancy up until 6 weeks postpartum. Selena, Jasmine, and Amber have been the most gracious, helpful, knowledgeable, supportive, and loving team I could have ever hoped for. No matter what hour of the day (or night) they have been there to answer any questions and guide me through the entire journey. The level of care I received is unmatched. Truly, I can go on and on about how much I am an advocate for home birth, especially with a team like this one. I had the home birth or my dreams, in large part due to them. I trust no team more than them. We are family. Love them forever.

my husband and i had the pleasure working with Selena, Amber and Jasmine. we were both iffy about…read moregoing to a hospital for check ups and birth. having a home birth can scary as well but these ladies made it so stress free! Selena answered the million questions we had for her. made us feel that this was definitely the way to do our birth! i loved how she let us be hands on with what we asked. my husband caught our baby and handed her right to me. so beautiful and amazing. my body recovered amazingly as well. i've had 2 births in the hospital and this has been the best one yet! we got the HK Package a little pricy but worth it. it included the birth pool and liner. they also set up and break down for you. this was great since it allowed my husband and i to bond with our newborn with a clean atmosphere. i also used Jasmine service for my placenta made into capsules. this is a separate price not included in the package. after the birth, Amber was very attentive to our needs. she responded quick to our text and calls. she never made me feel as if i was a bother. she is very knowledgeable especially when it came to questions on breastfeeding. all my worries were normal lol but it helped when she provided information! Amber you were an amazing doula. if we're still on island for our next baby we would love to work with y'all again! thank you ladies!

tl;dr: excellent deep tissue/sports massage from Mel, reasonable pricing, and convenient locations,…read moreparking, and booking. The Alana location has a nicer ambiance overall, but the Hobron location has soothing vibes once inside as well. Have been coming here since 2020. Initially I saw Jackie, but sadly (for me), she moved (but congrats to her on taking some big steps in her life and career *heart*). Since then, I've been seeing Mel, the owner, for regular sports/deep tissue massage. She always makes sure to check in regarding how my body is feeling, specific areas to focus on or avoid, etc before having me disrobe. She does a great job of addressing my areas of concern as she progresses through the massage. Her firm pressure, attention to trigger points, and thorough technique always leave me feeling relaxed and rejuvenated whether I'm dealing with surfing soreness/injury or office worker related tightness. If you're looking for a therapeutic massage, this is the place to go!

Wonderful pre-natal massage with Mayumi! She was incredibly kind, professional & highly…read moreexperienced. This was the first time I laid in a maternity massage bed with a belly bump hole, and as a stomach sleeper pre-baby bump, it felt so good ‍ I booked a 120 minute session and I left floating 10/10 recommend! Will be coming back

Dr. Lori and Dr. Anne are incredible woman who truly care about you and your families health, we're…read morefortunate to have them in our community.

I loved having Dr. Lori Kimata and Dr. Anne Dericks deliver my baby. I loved the pre and post natal…read morecare they provided. It made a huge difference for me to have them come to my house for post natal care. I trusted Dr. Lori to tell me what I needed to do deliver that baby, and she has been a midwife for over 30 years. I could not have asked for a better team to help me through this experience.

Let me start with the conclusion drawn by everything to follow: Kathe is the best as far as…read moremidwifery care goes. She is full of wisdom, expertise, and compassion to care for you, your ohana, and your baby during pregnancy, labor, and post-partum. She is amazing, a real gem and gift to midwifery. I am convinced Kathe is fulfilling her calling and I am so thankful for having found her prior to giving birth to my children. Me and my husband first met with Kathe when I was about 13 weeks pregnant with my first baby. At the time we were with Kaiser Permanente and doing our prenatal visits with them. Her level of care, genuine sincerity, comfort, & expertise is top notch. She listens to your concerns, she asks questions to see if there is any supplements you would benefit from as well as any concerns she may have, and offers her advice which is actually helpful. After our first consult (we hadn't even paid or decided to use her yet) she directed me to start on her recommended iron supplement and within two days I was no longer exhausted and falling asleep at 7:30pm. I was amazed! She instructed me to get a number of other supplements as well which also have proven to be very beneficial. From there she could identify the baby's position immediately, taught me how to find my uterus walls and the baby's position, and finds the heartbeat instantly every time (still true, 3 more pregnancies later). Whereas at Kaiser they took my vitals, peed in a cup, continually asked me to get the flu shot even after I told them no, please stop asking me, and it would take at least 10 minutes for them to find a heartbeat. It felt like such a waste of time, impersonal, and unsatisfying, like there was something lacking. And there was! Any hesitancy or fear I had about doing a home birth was washed away as we continued to meet with Kathe and experienced how sound and complete her care was. And she was and has continued to always be available by phone or text for any questions that arise in between visits. We had peace that we were in sure hands. With our subsequent pregnancies, she has included each additional child in the prenatal meetings and it has been such a wonderful experience for all of us. In doing so, she not only prepares you, but your children too just by including them in the process of the visits and bringing to life via their senses the majesty that is having a new baby in utero and out. From the start she became part of our ohana and 6 years later she has been with us for all 4 of our children...each of whom adore her. We've had long-ish labors (15 hours) down to 3 hours, we've had hard labors and easy labors, we've had labors go past their due date, we've had our last labor which had a brief complication that Kathe maneuvered expertly and calmly without putting me in a frantic state, we've had a post birth transfer due to circumstances beyond Kathe's control, we've had lactation and breast feeding questions answered. In every situation she has been reliable, consistent, calming, prepared, full of wisdom and knowledge, and a guide through the journey, leading with love for you, your ohana, and baby. And she does this all the while making sure she takes care of as much as she can so you and yours have the best opportunity to enjoy the bliss of welcoming your new baby into the world. Every birth story is different and some don't go the way you planned, but Kathe is who you want in both situations. She will do everything she can to give you the birth you guys plan on, but she also will be very honest about whether a change of plans or even a transfer is needed and goes above and beyond in those situations to accommodate, help, and serve you in the event of needing to transfer care. Currently we are not in need of her professional service, but we still occasionally go to visit with her. She is so welcoming when we do and the visits are full of us, our kids, and "Aunty Kathe" reading books and playing with some of the timeless toys and trinkets she has been keeping for many years. There is no one else I would trust more for pregnancy, birth and post-partum, plus I genuinely just enjoy her presence and look forward to meeting with her, which makes her the best of the best. Kathe's care is unparalleled, I can't urge you enough to meet with Kathe if you are at all curious or considering a home birth.

Trying to find let alone get ahold of a midwife on Hawaii can be a challenge, as I found when…read morepregnant with my 4th baby due June 2023. I wanted to do a home birth but struggled to find information that would help me on this journey. I had reached out to several people and only heard back from a couple. I had resigned myself to meeting with an OBGYN but going into the clinic it felt cold and I disagreed with several policies they had(since I had 3 previous natural deliveries with out complications). Kathe was one of the few who had responded back so I set up a meeting with her in November or December of 2022.I explained to Kathe that we were in a very strange season of transition, and we weren't even sure if we would be on island for the birth. She listened and then helped to bring so much peace by speaking wisdom, and walked us through to help us decide what we ultimately wanted. She was so flexible and easy going, while also being encouraging and supportive to how we wanted our birth to go. I knew immediately I didn't want to work with anyone else. Her experience in the medical field speaks volumes, but her character, and kind heart is what won me over. Kathe walked with us every step of the way through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She was always communicative and supportive of what we wanted for our family. Helped us every step of the way. When I gave birth I felt prepared. She listened to what I said in labor and allowed me to go through the process as I needed and wanted, while being a guide and present person incase we needed assistance. My 9lb 14oz guy was born healthy and peacefully in my home. She took care of us and made sure I never felt alone. After the events of labor, she tucked us in and cleaned up and allowed me to focus on the new life I had birthed. I was planning to bottle feed, after 3 prior failed attempts at breast feeding. And she asked very good questions that never made me feel forced to change my mind, but gave me the opportunity to try again, with her help, if it was something i wanted. I agreed(I really didn't think it would work but I really wanted the experience of breastfeeding.) when baby was born her words were kind and patient, never judging, but encouraging. And am pleased to say, 7 months later I'm still breastfeeding successfully. Through postpartum she made house visits, and checked in regularly to encourage me, and make sure baby and I were in good health. We feel so incredibly blessed to have met Kathe. I couldn't imagine a more perfect pregnancy and birth experience.She was a breath of fresh air. I would recommend her to anyone looking to do a home birth.

I had an amazing facial with Akiko today at Hawaii Natural Therapy. She was incredibly kind,…read moreprofessional, and very good at what she does. The treatment was relaxing and my skin feels great afterward. The place was clean, comfortable, and easy to access with convenient parking. I had a great experience and would highly recommend it!

I've spent the last 7+ years traveling the world for work, trying to find someone who could…read moreactually fix the painful chronic knot behind my shoulder blade. I've been to therapists in LA, NY, Thailand, Seoul, and Japan, but I always left feeling like they were just scratching the surface. Hawaii Natural Therapy recommended Ashley S. to me to address these issues and she is hands down the best I've ever worked with. She is a total professional with a "quiet strength" that I really appreciated and made me feel completely comfortable & at ease, which let me actually relax despite the good pain! What blew me away was her intuition. I feel like she instinctively knew exactly where to go and didn't just chase the symptoms or the transferred pain; but rather went straight for the root of the issue. She has the kind of strength that is rare to find, and uses it with so much control and technique. I did a 90-minute session with cupping, and a week later, my entire body feels significantly lighter. That decade-old knot is practically on its way out the door. I'll be seeing her regularly from now on every time I'm back home, and I'm already recommending her to everyone I know. If you need someone who truly understands the body and has the strength to back it up, go see Ashley. I cannot recommend her enough! 12/10 P.S. A huge shoutout to the front desk receptionist for being so quick and helpful with my initial inquiry. You guys nailed the recommendation--thank you for introducing me to Ashley!

I am currently doing prenatal pelvic floor PT to address pelvic ligament/muscle pain and to prepare…read morefor childbirth (this is my first pregnancy). My OB didn't see the point in doing pelvic floor PT before birth so I got a referral from my PCP and had my first appointment 16 weeks (I'm currently 23 weeks). The office is located on the second floor of the Kukui Plaza. When you drive into the parking structure, make sure that you use the lane for guests to get your ticket. Guest parking is on the lower level and you can park in any stall that isn't marked as "reserved". There isn't cell reception down there and I initially thought I couldn't park in stalls with numbers but couldn't call the office to confirm--just something to keep in mind. I drive a compact car and the stalls are pretty tight but I'm always able to find an open space within a reasonable distance from the elevator. When you exit the elevator on the second floor, Hawai'i Pelvic Therapy will towards on your right. The receptionists are always really friendly and welcoming at both check in and check out. All areas of the space are very clean and bright. The bathroom is a bit small and there is a step up so I would recommend turning on the light (to the right if you're entering the bathroom) first before stepping in. I was tickled to see a Squatty Potty as one of the tools in the exercise space as I've been using one at home long before I became pregnant lol. At each appointment, I usually meet with both Deborah (HPT founder and PT) and a PT assistant. Deborah will do manual therapy/massage in one of the private consultation rooms and sometimes check in to see how I'm progressing/make any recommendations for the PT assistant for my treatment. The PT assistant will work with me on exercises in the main space. I initially thought pelvic floor PT would be internal (ex: kegels) but all therapies have been external/clothes on so far. Deborah said that because I'm pregnant, we want to try to avoid any internal therapies. I initially had some pain around my tailbone that was so bad that it hurt to adjust myself in bed or get up from being seated. That has since gone away. I've also been having pain in my piriformis muscle (deep in my glutes) and the massages are HEAVENLY. Because they're so specific at the pain I've been experiencing, they've been more relieving than general prenatal massage. I (internally) got emotional at first because I had been struggling with so much pain for over a month at that point and nothing was helping and I FINALLY felt some relief. Deborah also let me know that I have about three fingers width of ab separation (abdominis recti) so the exercises are also working to address that. If you don't have them already, they will recommend that you get yourself some PT equipment so that you can continue to practice exercises at home. So far, this has included a yoga mat, a foam roller, yoga blocks, and resistance bands. For some equipment (ex: medicine ball to squeeze with my thighs), they can recommend other solutions like a pillow between the thighs instead. These items are easily found on Amazon or local stores like Target, Walmart, and even Longs. The PT assistant has been great at checking in with my comfort levels as I am practicing new exercises and making adjustments to my treatment plan as needed. Afterwards, they will send you some emails with the exercises that include written descriptions and short video clips. The video clips are great because they help me better understand/remember what to do compared to just written information and still photos. With my insurance, they charge a small copay with each appointment and offered to keep my card on file. If you need an itemized receipt (ex: for FSA card), they can provide one "super bill" for free. They do not validate parking but neither do any of my healthcare providers at Kapi'olani/Queens. They tend to get booked up quickly so they'll usually try to schedule at least four appointments for you ahead of time. If you're interested, they can put you on a waiting list and reach out to you if there ends up being an opening for a specific day that's currently booked. They send appointment reminders through text, which is helpful, and you can communicate with them through call, text, or email, though I believe there is a specific number to text that is different from the number on their website.

I just started going here after being referred by my primary care physician at Kaiser. I'm VERY…read moreimpressed! My first session involved a detailed medical history, and the exercises i was given to help strengthen my pelvic floor were clearly explained. I was doiing the wrong type of breathing before - now I know how important controlling the exhaling part of breathing can strengthen my pelvic floor and core abdominals! I feel so much more on track to getting my health problem fixed or at least improved, and will continue to practice the breathing pattern taught to me.

Aloha, let me introduce you to Brianna who has been my postpartum doula since my first child was…read moreborn. I met her for the first time just before I delivered. My husband and I just moved from Colorado at the time. So we didn't have family or friends in Hawaii that can help us after I delivered. So I was a bit nervous about our new life. But ever since I met Brianna for the first time, she has helped, advised and guided me when I needed her. So acctually it was nothing to worry about. She is very kind, knowledgeable, patient, calm, flexible and hard working. My English is not perfect since I'm originally from Japan, but she is very perceptive about the moods of others, so I'm very comfortable with her. That's why I would also recommend her to moms who are from foreign countries. Oh, and she is a yoga teacher too. So sometimes I could get a private yoga lesson in our house. After yoga I got some massages from her. It was so good! She always took great care of our house, child (like her child) and also our dog! So I really appreciate her. Thank you so much, Brianna!!

At first the thought of having a stranger in my room during one of the most intimate and painful…read moretimes in a woman's life seemed odd. The first time my husband and I met her she was so calming, yet eager to get to know us and find out our ideal birth experience. By the time we left our first meeting she no longer felt like a stranger, and I knew that she was the perfect fit for us. She truly loves her job and it shows. In the following weeks she answered all my silly questions about pregnancy, birth and everything in between. She even made the hour drive to my house to show my husband and I some amazing labor positions to use before going to the hospital. When I finally went into active labor I had no idea what I was in for but she was right there with her positive reinforcement and calming attitude to help  relax not only me but my terrified husband. Together as a team, we labored over 24 hours. She did not leave my side once. With essential oils diffusing in the corner Brianna helped me change positions, did counter pressure for hours, made sure I was eating and drinking and  being the most effect during my labor.  My birth did not go exactly how I planned it, but Brianna helped us make informed decisions on our options and helped me be emotionally okay with was happening.  When I finally gave birth to my baby girl she even snapped a few quick keepsake photos. Brianna has kept in touch since birth to make sure everything is still going smoothly. She even did my placenta encapsulation. I highly recommend hiring Brianna. She will do everything she can to make your birth experience the best it can be. Her amazing attitude and wealth of knowledge make her a great asset to your pregnancy, birth and post postpartum experience.

I've gone to Dr Twu since before she opened her own practice, and she is fantastic. In today's…read morehealthcare system it's so hard to find a Dr who takes the time to listen and shows genuine care for patients, Dr Twu is one of those Drs. It's so much more than just the basic medical tests. It's the "How are you feeling?" And focus on overall health and wellness without judgment that keeps me coming backs. She offers esthetic services too, which is super convenient. I've never had any of the aesthetic treatments and I love that she doesn't push anything, but it's nice to have the option and when I'm ready for those treatments, I'll definitely go to Dr Twu.

I really like Dr. Twu, Tammy, & Sam. Dr. Twu is a knowledgeable and sincere OBGYN doctor & I've…read moreonly had wonderful experiences. I never feel rushed at my appointments , and every issue I've brought up has been explained to me & resolved. Friendly staff, great location, very clean, & overall I feel like I am always in good hands. I'll definitely be a forever client. Mahalo!

I've been a patient at this office for about 7 years. I first started seeing Dr. Chun and later…read moretransitioned to Dr. Leung after becoming pregnant. Throughout my pregnancy, I also saw Dr. Beair when Dr. Leung was unavailable, and I always felt well cared for by the entire team. Dr. Leung was always reassuring whenever I had concerns and took the time to sit down with me and explain everything step by step. She never made me feel rushed and always made sure my questions were answered. I felt well taken care of throughout my pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum period. I'm especially grateful to her for helping bring our healthy baby girl into this world after so much longing and anticipation. I also appreciated the excellent care I received during my C-section and recovery, my incision healed beautifully and looks great. I'll miss seeing Dr. Leung and the team so often. I'm very grateful for the care, support, and compassion I've received from everyone over the years. I would absolutely trust Dr. Leung with any future pregnancies and all of my gynecologic care, and I look forward to seeing her again when the time comes.

I had to switch my OBGYN after my doc moved to the mainland and my friend recommended Dr. Monique…read moreLeung. Everyone in the office is so kind and check in is fast. Dr. Leung has been very attentive, informative and caring. I felt very comfortable asking questions during my second pregnancy with her and she even found a genetic trait that wasn't found during my first pregnancy! When I went into labor, she picked up in the early hours of the morning and met me at the labor and delivery room. I'm so thankful that she quickly went to meet me since she knew that my labor might be fast. She was with me every stage of labor and delivered a healthy baby. I couldn't get an epidural but she was calm and helped me get through it because she knew what she was doing. Thank you Dr. Leung for your excellent care and calm demeanor! You made my second birth experience quick and easy!

Service - 5 stars Ambiance- 5 stars…read more I visited Spa U'ilani last week for a Anti-Aging facial. I wanted to spend the entire day in here! As soon as you check in for your appointment, there are forms you will have to complete and while you do that, you are provided with a warm face towel and soothe the nerves and to begin your relaxation treatment. The staff member that greeted me was very warm and welcoming. You are offered a luxurious robe and slippers to wear during the entirety of your spa treatment. Prior to entering your treatment room, they ask you to wait in a beautifully curated and super cute room with a water dispenser and mixed nuts for you to enjoy while you wait. It was a whole vibe with low lighting , modern touches and such comfortable lounge chairs. Donna was the female who served me. She seemed very knowledgeable about how to better care for my skin and was thorough with each step she took. After your treatment, you have the option to take a nice, warm bath in their state of the art, delta showers and help yourself to the products in the bathroom. I can't wait to visit again :)

If you're looking for a place where the entire environment is designed to slow you down and help…read moreyour body unscrunch, Uilani delivers. I had a wonderful massage experience at Uilani Spa from the moment I walked in. Everyone who works there is friendly and attentive. I was greeted with a refreshing hot towel for my hands and given a consent form to complete. Then I was escorted to the women's locker room with a bathrobe and slippers, where i changed and stored my belongings in a complimentary locker. Afterwards, I relaxed in a quiet, dimly lit lounge until my massage therapist, Yumiko, retrieved me. She expertly honed in on my problem areas before she began working on me. My shoulders were very tight and in pain while she worked on them. I heard my spine pop a few times. It's that moment of "Ahh..." when the pockets of tension you didn't know about are released and you wonder how much you were low grade suffering in daily life without realizing. I signed up for the lomi lomi massage, which I've never had before. I'm not sure if the hot towel treatment is part of every massage they do here but it's a nice touch that helps undo the knots. It's like Uilani thought of every little thing to help you relax beyond the massage itself. The massage cot can be adjusted to a seated position, which is how my massage ended. It's like they're easing you back into being vertical again. The experience continues: You go back to the lounge where you sip iced tea and eat a small crunchy snack before you leisurely make your way back to the locker room for a hot shower. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, a blow dryer, Q-tips... all provided for you. You're not rushed to pay and get out. This place is about 50% more than another place where i had a one year membership, but all the little touches they use to enhance your relaxation and enjoyment make the experience so relaxing. You didn't just get a massage, you got a full relaxing experience.