I can not express how kind Megan is. She talked me through one of the hardest experiences I've ever…read moregone through, gave incredible and expert advice and then didn't even charge me since it was all handled over the phone. I would absolutely recommend Pacific Midwifery to anyone looking for a deeply personal and intimate relationship between patient and doctor where you can feel safe and open and be truly cared for. Very important for women's health in my opinion! Five stars all around.

What an exceptional experience I have had with Megan for the births of my 2nd and 3rd children. The…read moremodel of care that midwifery offers is just so wonderful and empowering. I would look forward to my appointments with Megan so much. My kids always loved going to see Megan too, they never wanted to leave the office. At a typical appointment you have all the normal listening to the heartbeat, blood pressure etc. but she also spends ample time getting to know you, what you're dealing with in life and what kind of birth you're hoping to have so she can best support you emotionally and physically. My second two boys were born happy, healthy and at home with Megan there to support. I was in my 2nd trimester with my 3rd child when my husband was laid off and forced to find a new job. Fortunately and unfortunately he was able to find a new job very quickly but it was in northern CA. So for the last 4.5 months of my pregnancy my husband was 4 hours away all week and he'd drive home on weekends. When I went into labor it went FAST. I was planning on cleaning, setting up my pullout bed with sheets and filling the tub by myself but by the time I told Megan to come, I wasn't able to move anymore between contractions. Megan picked up right where I left off and quickly got things in order. My sweet husband and my mom were unable to make it to the house before baby came out. So it was just me, Megan and Mary her apprentice. Even though my family couldn't make it, these women showered me with love and support and I was able to focus all of my energy on having my baby. So grateful she is doing what she's doing!

I remember finding out I was pregnant in December 2021 I knew I wanted a midwife and I wanted to do…read morea natural birth. I did my searching around until I found Erin's location in Arroyo Grande. I remember meeting her for the first time and it was an instant click! Sadly heading into January 2022 I ended up having miscarriage.... couple months had passed by since the miscarriage and we found out we were pregnant again with our rainbow baby! I called Erin right away I was so nervous we were going to loose this baby as well, I did everything I could to hold this little bean close. Erin was right there every step reassuring me and helping me out on what I can do to help my body carry this baby to term! Well it happened and now I have one kick ass birth story to tell! We welcomed our baby girl into this world January 24,2023! Erin you are one amazing person and I am so glad I have met someone like you! You made me feel more like myself but also a mother I was meant to be, I feel as if I was reborn with our daughter and I thank you so much for being there every step of the way with us.

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Justine was just the kind of person I imagined to support us anticipating our first son's birth. We…read moreinstantly respected her when we first met and then enjoyed every prenatal visit after. She was never rushed but very compassionate and open to our feelings. She was easy-going and extremely encouraging, without making light of any concerns we had. In the middle of the night when I was in labor, I trusted her greatly and absolutely loved my first birth experience, at home in a kiddie pool as I hoped. Her sincere care only got better (if possible) after he was born. So many of the things she told us will stay with us and be gratefully used. I would love to have Justine help us again with many more babies!

My husband and I have hired Justine the midwife and owner of purebirth. She is very knowledgeable…read moreand has made us very comfortable about our decision to have prenatal care with a midwife and choosing a home birth for our little one. I highly recommend her to all expecting mothers who would like a natural birthing experience. All of our prenatal visits have taken place at our home which is such an added bonus.

"Jennifer is very knowledgeable, informative, really supports her clients goals and objectives and…read moreis amazing to work with" -My Husband Every birth story is different and every one does not always go as planned. That was our case- we started off in one direction and had to take a 180 degree turn. I am so thankful for the support, wisdom, and comfort that Jennifer provided. She was available every step of the way and gave us so much confidence and guidance in our decision making process. We ended up with a memorable birth story and a beautiful baby! I would HIGHLY recommend Jennifer as a doula. She is absolutely wonderful.

We took Jennifer's Bradley Method Class in San Luis Obispo. The class was super informative and we…read morefelt like we had a better grasp on what to expect for childbirth and caring for a newborn. Throughout the whole class Jennifer would give some recommendations, but we always felt the freedom to make our own decisions without feeling an ounce of judgement from her. I would recommend her class to anyone who is expecting. I think the best time to start researching when and where her next class meets would be the beginning of your second trimester because it is a 12-week class and you don't want to start too late.

If you're having a baby, first you MUST hire a doula! Second, look no further because Alex at the…read moreSMV doula collective is amazing and will provide you with top notch support. She is passionate about helping women through their pregnancies and births and has such great first person birth experience to do so. You will be so happy you've hired her and will have a great experience because of it.

From the owner: We created the SMV Doula Collective so that you can easily find the Doula that is the best fit for…read moreyou, your preferences, and your journey.

I'm really surprised how few people take advantage Of Doula Services. This service was amazing for…read moremy wife and I. I had no idea what was going on and literally didn't know how to support my wife during her pregnancy other then rushing to get her food and paying bills. Breyonna was very informative and sweet I felt so much better as a man supporting my wife through all of this. So confident I might have another! Lol not really I really miss getting sleep. Reasonably priced, Worth the money, and the time.

From the owner: Maya Bee's is a Birth and Postpartum Doula business supporting mothers and families. Maya Bee's…read moreaims to create safe spaces for mothers to share their concerns and wishes about their pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. Maya Bee's was founded to take a holistic approach toward pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period within Fresno’s diverse population to promote healthy outcomes for mom and baby through informational, emotional, and physical support.

My husband and I were in awe with our doula, McKayla. McKayla helped me establish a birth plan, and…read morewhen things took a turn, she was a great asset to physically and emotionally be a comfort. She was attentive all 36 hours of labor, and hardly slept a wink. I remember the constant beeps of a monitor keeping me awake, and Mckayla graciously provided a massage to help me relax. I labored naturally more "easily" with different positions McKayla guided me through. I could continue for hours... McKayla is a natural and I would recommend her services to anyone.

From the owner: Hello! I am The Sunshine Doula. I offer doula support and childbirth education. I am also rebozo…read morecertified, and offer breastfeeding support. I am enthusiastic about birth, and would love to help you and your support people in your journey!

What a great experience! Learn a lifesaving skill, support a local small business, and meet two…read morereally great people. Bryant and Tina made everything easy; quick communication responses, let me change my date and time, and provided me directions to find their business. I did a 3 hour on-line course with American Heart Assoc. and a 1 hour in-person with Bryant; who is a really caring and compassionate instructor. I HIGHLY recommend 1) get your cert and 2) get your cert from these caring people.

Myself, my husband, and several other adult family members took a CPR class from Helping Hand…read moreHealth Education. Tina was such an incredible teacher; very patient as we asked questions, never making anything seem silly. As we practiced, her methodical approach really supported the techniques we were learning. I appreciated her knowledgeable, calm demeanor throughout our class as the subject matter which she covers is quite serious. I highly recommend hiring Helping Hand Health Education for CPR and AED training.