My husband and I had an incredible experience working with our night doula, Jacqui. From the very…read morebeginning, she brought such a calming, warm, and reassuring presence into our home and immediately put us at ease as new parents. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and naturally wonderful with newborns. Not only did our daughter thrive under her care, but my husband and I were finally able to get much needed rest and feel more confident as parents. Jacqui also taught us so much along the way and always made us feel supported, never judged. We are so grateful for her help during those early months and truly cannot recommend her highly enough to any family looking for a compassionate and highly skilled doula.

We had a great experience with our doula, Katie. She was incredibly supportive during those first…read morefew weeks with our newborn and helped us so much. She was kind, caring, and always made us feel supported. She truly felt like the big sister I needed during such an important time. The only downside of my experience was the lactation support. I only attended two sessions because, unfortunately, they were very stressful. During the first visit, the lactation consultant arrived late, seemed rushed, and left me with a few nipple shields that ultimately didn't work well for me. At the end, I didn't end up using them because they weren't helpful. The second session felt very similar. It also felt rushed and stressful, and my baby became stressed as well. Because of those experiences, I decided not to continue with the lactation sessions. Overall, I'm very grateful for Katie's support, and she made a huge positive difference during our postpartum journey.

Courtney is the most amazing midwife! I truly couldn't have asked for a more perfect match for my…read morehome birth. She has a kind, patient, and calming soul that brought peace to my heart and mind each and every time that I saw her. From the hour long prenatal appointments, to the calming presence at my birth, she really blew us away with her care. During my delivery, our baby was found to have shoulder dystocia. Although a scary event, Courtney remained calm and used her knowledge, expertise, and care to manipulate the situation and deliver my little girl safe and sound. She made my entire postpartum experience so enjoyable and special for my family and I. She even took the time to teach my older daughter all about the placenta. I highly recommend her to anyone considering a home birth. We will definitely be using her again if we have another little angel in the future. Thank you so much, Courtney!!

Courtney changed my life and opened my eyes to what birth can really be! A powerful and life…read morechanging/transformative experience and I will forever be grateful to her. Her wisdom, patience, and love for what she does shines through and is inspiring. My care under Courtney was exceptional. She was my midwife, doula, managed my placenta and even became a friend I couldn't be happier with my birth experience

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!

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.

I can not say enough great things about the hynpobirthing class with Care Messer. My partner and I…read moreare first time parents and did not know the first thing about the labor and delivery process. We were very unsure about everything and looking for direction. In class we learned about what the different labor and delivery options are, what to expect from hospitals, and different techniques to use during labor. We now feel we have the tools to better understand the whole process and make the decisions that are right for us and our family. The class addressed all of my questions and I feel like the information was presented in a very unbiased way, not to mention Care is super funny and the time in class flys by! I would recommend this class to all of my friends and family.

If you are pregnant, book your class asap! I can't rave enough about their approach to preparing…read morefor birth. My husband had two kids from a previous relationship, but still was able to learn things he hadn't been present for with them. It improved our communication surrounding my pregnancy and birth, even when it took a different turn. We'd made it through four of the five classes when my son decided to he needed to get out at 30 weeks. I had so many tools in my toolbox that I felt prepared, even during the scary prospects of having preeclampsia and a NICU baby. I'm so grateful for Care and her entire team. Such a blessing!!!!

I could not be happier with my placenta encapsulation. I reached out to Trisha from Zoe Bella after…read moremy birthing doula recommended her placenta encapsulation services. Trisha explained the whole process to me and answered all of my questions. She even offered a print of my placenta before she encapsulated it. We unexpectedly had to stay a few days longer in the hospital while my son received care in the NICU and Trisha graciously offered to get me the capsules to me within 48 hours AND personally delivered them to the hospital herself. I could not have been more thankful because I was experiencing a lot of stress at the time and the capsules helped regulate me. I've been taking the capsules as Trisha described for 6 weeks now and I have not experienced any postpartum blues, no dips in my mood or emotional rollercoasters. I've even experienced a surge of energy similar to having a cup of coffee about an hour after taking them (without the caffeine crash) which has been so helpful in the postpartum days caring for a little one. I would HIGHLY recommend any expecting mama to get her placenta encapsulated and would HIGHLY recommend Trisha at Zoe Bella for this service. You won't regret it!

Trisha is the best! I reached out just two weeks before my baby arrived, and she still managed to…read moreencapsulate my placenta for me. She was incredibly communicative, answered every question I had, and made the whole process feel so easy. I was honestly shocked by how fast she worked--she encapsulated everything and hand-delivered the pills so quickly. When she dropped them off, she even helped me with some breastfeeding questions I had, which meant so much to me as a first-time mom. And the cord artwork that comes with the pills is absolutely beautiful--something I'll treasure forever. This was my first baby, so I don't have another postpartum to compare it to, but I truly believe these pills made a positive difference. I had zero PPD or PPA, my milk supply was super healthy, and overall I had such a smooth postpartum experience. I'll definitely do this again for my next baby. Amazing experience! I recommend Trisha to all mamas--because honestly, when else do you get the chance to eat your own placenta?!

Choosing Heather as my midwife was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy. From the…read morevery beginning, she made me feel safe, supported, and truly cared for. She is incredibly knowledgeable and always took the time to answer my questions, share her wisdom, and reassure me whenever I needed it. Her calm, optimistic presence gave me so much confidence throughout my entire journey. One thing I appreciated most was how responsive she was. Whether I reached out through the patient portal, by phone, or even by text, Heather always made time to answer my questions despite her incredibly busy schedule. She kept communication open and honest, and I always knew I could count on her. I especially appreciated that she never sugarcoated things. She gave me straightforward, honest information while still being compassionate and encouraging, which helped me feel informed and prepared every step of the way. As a first-time mom, I couldn't have asked for a better person to guide me through such a life-changing experience. Because of Heather, my birth was empowering, beautiful, and something I'll cherish forever. I always felt heard, respected, and trusted, and that made all the difference. I am beyond grateful for everything Heather did for me and my daughter. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a midwife who is not only highly skilled but also deeply compassionate. She truly has a gift, and I feel so lucky to have had her by my side.

Please think twice before choosing Heather LeMaster as your provider…read more I wish I had listened to my intuition sooner and not ignored the many red flags I encountered throughout my care. I'm writing this review for anyone considering her as their midwife -- I encourage you to truly, deeply reconsider whether she is the right fit for you. From early on, I felt invalidated and dismissed. I had chronically low blood sugar throughout my entire pregnancy, and rather than receiving the support and care I needed, Heather denied my symptoms and was dismissive of my concerns. Instead of offering evidence-based guidance, I was shamed -- for eating fruit, for eating carbs -- at a time (first trimester) when I was sick and just trying to get through each day. Her constant warnings about delivering a "sugar baby" felt more like threats than medical advice, adding to my stress and confusion. I consulted the rest of my care team, including my PCP, and Heather heavily criticized that decision, routinely telling me that they did not know what they were talking about. She also claims to practice spinning babies, but none of what we did during my pregnancy aligned with the true Spinning Babies exercises and practices that my Doula had me practicing. It was frustrating, as I initially sought out a Spinning Babies provider. In addition to that, the one time I used the 24-hour help line, no one responded to me for over 16 hours. In her practice, she relied far too heavily on forms and checklists in an online portal, and rarely showed the kind of human care and emotional support that is absolutely essential in midwifery. When things got scary and I truly needed her -- emotionally and physically -- she simply was not there in the ways that mattered most. We ended up having to transfer to a hospital instead of our planned home birth, and despite it being in the contract, Heather did not transfer with us and was not involved in the birth at all. She sent a pathetic text message after hearing from her assistant encapsulating the placenta that the birth had happened. Looking back, I realize that, despite Heather always making me feel as if it was my direct fault when something went wrong, what actually went wrong with my birth wasn't about my body or my baby -- it was about my decision to stay with a provider who made me feel unheard, unsupported, and often blamed. That choice is something I now deeply regret. One of the most hurtful moments came in early postpartum (2 weeks), when she tried to go behind my back and privately consult my husband in an attempt to pressure me into medication -- after I had explicitly told her that I was not interested. She also pressured me to start it ASAP, as it can take a month to "kick in" and I "obviously needed it." Since my experience, I've met several others in the industry who shared similar concerns about her care. Many of them were just as confused as I was by the glowing reviews she has received, given the inconsistency in her approach and lack of real support. This further confirms my decision to speak out, as I hope others will be more cautious when choosing their provider. This review isn't written lightly -- my birth was over 8 months ago. It's written from a place of hoping that someone else who feels any of those early twinges of doubt listens to themselves and chooses a care provider who will honor them, respect them, and hold space for the incredibly vulnerable journey of birth.

My family and I are so grateful and lucky to have been under Ceniza's care during my pregnancy,…read morebirth, and postpartum, and that she took on our family even though we were a distance away for the majority of it. During my pregnancy, I had Hyperemesis gravidarum, HG, and through all of the emotions and challenges that came with this, Ceniza showed up for me. I appreciated how, no matter how small, she took my concerns seriously and listened intently at every visit. She guided me and helped me to learn so much about my own body, experience navigating pregnancy, and navigating the challenges of new mamahood. When Ceniza arrived for my birth, I felt at ease knowing I was in good hands. I felt this same way during our postpartum visits as she checked on my baby and I, a sense of calm that I believe my baby felt too. It meant a lot to me to know what was going on through all stages of this, and it was empowering to be educated through it. Ceniza impacted our lives in a most beautiful way, and her gentleness, kindness, and graciousness are a rare gift in this world.

I promise, working with Ceniza will be the best decision you can make in protecting your family…read moreduring pregnancy and birth. I have loved my time with her! There are few providers that are as invested in client care as Ceniza is. My birth was the most intimate and intense experience of my life and I couldn't have asked for better support. We knew right away after our interview that we wanted to work with Ceniza and we started our journey at 6 weeks. We felt she was the perfect fit for our family- we shared joy, laughter, and stories during our many prenatal visits. She held space for us as we navigated the questions, tests, and fears of a first pregnancy. She respected our decisions and my body at every visit and intentionally created a relationship with my husband as well (partners are so often left out of this experience and it meant a lot that he felt as connected with Ceniza as I did). Our visits were always 45-60 minutes and we were never rushed out the door. We built trust during our prenatal care and so when she came to our birth, I had no hesitation to listen to her. My birth was swift and she helped me believe in my body and ability to birth without medication in the safety of my home. She caught my baby girl and ensured her safety. She and her team spent 5.5 hours in our home- cleaning our space, examining us, and teaching us how to navigate the first few days and recovery. I can't say enough about how beautiful it was to be cared for by her right after welcoming our daughter. Postpartum is a tricky space to navigate and Ceniza always made herself available for our questions. So often birthing individuals are neglected and providers only care for the baby but I felt like Ceniza was invested in my recovery as well. Her follow up home visits through 6 weeks meant the world to us! We will certainly miss seeing her regularly and can't wait to see her in a few months. We will absolutely work with her again whenever we have another baby. I would recommend her to anyone looking for amazing prenatal care and birth support!

Alison was my masseuse and she was sent from heaven! I have been eyeing Rebirth Massage since my…read moresecond pregnancy. I am now onto my third pregnancy at 28 weeks and had the opportunity to try this place; I am so grateful! I hate that I haven't gone here since my first! I have two toddlers at home, 1 and 3 year old, and work full time as a bedside nurse. I was long overdue for a massage. I like a firm pressure to get all the knots out from my upper/lower back, especially working long 12 hour shifts on my feet. Other places that perform prenatal massages are too scared to apply pressure. I got the Blissful Mama Massage as a Mother's Day gift. I am so happy with Alison. She listened to all my needs and listened to what my body needed as far as back relief. I felt so relaxed afterwards. It was exactly what my body needed. I am already looking forward to the next time I'll be back! I bought a similar cervical neck pillow as soon as I got home, it made such a difference during my massage. Parking is very limited. Bathroom outside did not bother me as I know that these older buildings have different layouts and it is to be expected.

By far the most relaxing and healing massage that I received during my pregnancy. All of the…read moremassage therapists here are so good at what they do. I love the location and the attention to detail of the entire staff. The space is peaceful and it really feels like an escape coming here. Now I've returned for a postnatal massage because my prenatal experiences have been so amazing.