Nettle came to us from a trusted recommendation and we have already passed it along to everyone we know starting their birthing journey. We are forever grateful for Jo and Jenna's thoughtful and enthusiastic care and support. Every visit, phone call, text, etc was always particular and intimate to our own story while being backed by informed, professional advice and conversation. From billing support to postpartum visits in their new gorgeous office, Nettle made this process easy in a medical landscape that can often be so opaque and overwhelming. As a sporadic doula, I'm lucky enough to have been present at several births and they offer a level of care that I didn't know existed. We were fortunate to have an incredible home birth in our barely one bedroom apartment and throughout felt supported but empowered, nurtured but independent. From the first meeting we knew it was the only way, and they were there for us every step. Both pre and post natal care (not to mention labor and birth support) were approached with attentiveness, warmth, and joyful tenderness. I've carried their philosophy with me into parenthood and find myself asking WW(Jo/Jenna)D for decisions beyond the health of our baby girl and myself. Their sage advice and general outlook on all things birthing and beyond offer a lovely bedrock for this new phase. Briefly, we cannot recommend them highly enough. We love you Jo and Jenna and the whole Nettle crew! read more

I couldn't possibly express how grateful I am to Jo and Jenna for their incredible care. I am now six months postpartum and continue to reflect daily on the fact that I feel so lucky to have had Nettle Wellness as my north star throughout my pregnancy and after. I had the home birth I was hoping for, and never for a second felt like I wasn't in the best hands possible. My experience with them was transformative. If you want to feel supported, heard, understood, if you want to ask questions without fear of feeling annoying, if you want your appointments to feel like the focus is 100% on you, this is the place to go. read more

I wholeheartedly recommend Jo to anyone seeking compassionate and skilled care. She is passionate about her profession, and exceptionally competent. She exudes confidence and sincerity in her practice. She is resolute in her faith in home birth, and this made it easy for me to trust her with the most important moment of my life. The support of her practice is extensive and holistic from prenatal to postpartum. Deciding on home birth with Jo was undoubtedly the best decision for me, and transformed the experience of my pregnancy and birth from one full of fear and doubt, into one of calm empowerment. I am forever grateful. read more

Nettle Wellness is an example of what healthcare can look like when it truly comes from a place of CARE. The love I feel for both Jo and Jenna (who has just joined the practice as a midwife) is certainly not 'normal' in the world of healthcare, but judging from all the other wonderful reviews on here, I am certainly not alone! Every visit to the Nettle office felt like a sacred part of my week/month. Never before have I felt so free and comfortable to discuss my emotions in a healthcare setting, and I left each visit feeling bolstered by the positivity, tender care, and straightforward, pragmatic advice provided by both Jo and Jenna. The two of them are so accepting and unjudgemental. Every decision throughout the entirety of my pregnancy and birth was my own and was met with nothing but understanding and encouragement. I had complete faith in both Jo and Jenna's abilities (and my own, thanks to their unwavering support) to handle any challenge thrown at us by home birth. The home birth I had with them was one of the most empowering experiences of my life--and also somehow an incredibly chill night where I got to hang out with two amazing midwives. I wish I could sing my praises of Nettle Wellness from every rooftop, but this will have to do for now! I cannot imagine two people more skilled to bring babies into this world and to guide women on the path of motherhood. read more

I can't say enough good things about Nettle Wellness. This was my first birth experience. Jo's care was professional while also being so thoughtful and patient. She answered every question and I felt heard and understood throughout all of my concerns. I am 41 years old and never once did Jo make me feel like I couldn't have the birth experience I wanted. Her and her assistant were incredible during my actual birth. Jo's supportive words, encouragement and care helped make my dream of a successful homebirth possible! Most importantly, I felt safe and knew that my baby and I were in the best care. In addition, the postpartum care included is so nurturing. It was so nice to be able to stay home and recover with my little one, instead of having to schlep to a doctor's office or hospital. The pelvic floor specialist, lactation consultant and postpartum doula that were included were all phenomenal. I hope to have another baby and can't imagine doing so without the love, care and safety I felt from Jo and her team. Forever grateful! read more

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Thinking back on the experience of my pregnancy and birth of my firstborn is like holding a treasure or remembering a perfect dream. There were challenges of course, many of them, but none of them relating to my care, treatment, or a lack of advocation. Whenever I found myself fixating, panicking or struggling with hurdles along the way Jo had a way of holding space, removing stigma, simplifying the noise, and somehow leaving me feeling safe and empowered. From the first day we walked into Jo Zasloff's waiting room at Nettle Wellness I felt comforted, seen, and cared for. I remember looking around the room, feeling the breeze from an open window, and knowing that I had made the perfect choice. The only choice. The artwork, magazines, and literature around the room were empowering. Even the couch made us feel taken care of. As a musician, often times the music in public places magnifies the stress that comes with them, but at Nettle Wellness the music seemed always somehow perfectly curated for the feeling of the day, accentuating this sense of belonging, and wrapping me up in a warm blanket of safety. Also on that first day, Jo handed me a journal and invited me to write in it at the start of every visit. That book of scattered writings written on Jo's cozy blue couch is one of my most treasured possessions. It captures the complexity of the experience from start to postpartum, holding them calmly and without judgment, just as Jo held my experience from the moment we met her. Maybe these little details are inconsequential aspects to some, but they meant so much to me every time I came for a visit. Jo's bedside manner was validating and empowering and followed my lead. She was clear and to the point while also seeing immediately when there were moments that space or compassion were needed. She knew confidently when to minimize worry on the mental clutter and when to highlight things to prioritize, which simplified our tasks while de-stigmatizing the overwhelming murmur of going through the process for the first time. I'll never forget the depth of how surreal it was to both be in a gynecological setting and somehow feel like I was home. Even though we visited her office many times over the course of the pregnancy, that feeling never faded. On the day of my labor, Jo was a calm and fearless leader. She held the stress and protected me from the things I really didn't need to know. She listened to my breathing, my worries and even my cries to hear where we were as a team in the unfolding of our journey. She fought for me calmly during the moments when I needed an advocate and when I felt like an untethered weepy puddle, she held the space and told me "you are doing incredible work and you are exactly where you need to be" resetting my strength and calm. I'll never forget the sound of Jo's voice when the final push came. "Do you wanna see your baby?!" In that moment, when she handed me our daughter, she was celebrating with us. She too felt like family, ushering me into my favorite role I've ever known. Jo Zasloff is a master of her craft and any person who is fortunate enough to walk that journey by her side will find themselves in the most capable of hands. read more

Aside from being effortlessly cool, Jo is a brilliant midwife and honestly the best listener you could ask for in a medical provider. She supported us in figuring out how to bring our second baby into the world in a way that made me feel safe, nurtured, and empowered. My first pregnancy was amazing, but the home birth I experienced left me with some trauma. Jo heard all of that, helped make a plan that felt safe for our second baby, discussed every step with us, and then gave me the space to birth in a way that was beautiful and healing. She understands how important postpartum care is and provided me with so many resources and support. Do yourself a favor and call Jo if you are curious about home birth. read more

When I hear that a friend is pregnant, I often tell them to use a midwife for their delivery. Why? The reason is our experience with Jo. Jo helped deliver our son 3.5 years ago, and not a day goes by where I am not grateful for the care we received from her. It's my opinion that people tend to run into birth trauma when they aren't prepared for all of the complications that might arise with giving birth. Not with Jo. From our first meeting, she talked about every possible outcome that could happen, as my partner had to be induced. This made us feel like we were empowered and in control of the process. Jo has kids of her own, and I feel like this makes her very non-judgmental towards other parents. She supported us and helped us troubleshoot our infant's sleep after he was born. She gave us such good advice!! Also, we are a queer and trans couple and Jo always made us feel like she understood us. There is no better midwife in the city than Jo. read more

Jo is incredible and her office is beautiful. As a naturopathic doctor, I referred my patients to Jo for years and when I got pregnant myself last year, she was the first person I called. Jo is experienced, non-judgmental, honest, and cool. It was fun going to the pre-natal visits! Being on the other side of the pregnancy and birth now (my baby is 5 months old) I could not recommend Jo more highly! read more

When I was in labor I had two women by my side: my sister, with whom I've shared all my major life experiences, and Jo, a woman I'd only known for a few months. But there was no difference between the two in terms of the love and support I received. Aside from being immensely knowledgeable and professional, Jo is a natural caretaker and a fierce advocate for feminist birth practices. As a first time mother, I was calmed and fortified by her sisterly, compassionate presence. Throughout the entire process, all the way up till the birth of my baby, I felt fully informed about what was happening and what to expect, including the unexpected. She is the perfect guide for any woman's birth journey. read more

Expecting mama's; LOOK NO FURTHER. I am a first time mother and was recommended to have Jo as my midwife by a friend of a friend. Before I met her, she was described to me as a "evidence-based, holistic, calming, smart, caring, feminist midwife," exactly what I wanted. I am a registered nurse, so I am pretty well versed in what is out there as far as care-providers go, and I knew I wanted someone who was going to take into account the whole picture and not just the sum of my body parts (like most OB-GYNs tend to do). Next thing I know, I am having a phone consult with what feels like someone who is already my fierce advocate and friend. Fast-forward to the first in-person appointment in her very chic private office (which is a beautifully decorated bright and airy space; it's extremely calming). There are books with the theme of empowering women in pregnancy and childbirth strewn all over the waiting room, which feels more like a living room that I am just chilling out in before my medical appointment. I actually never really felt like I was in an austere medical environment, though her office is set up as a fully functioning prenatal clinic. I never sat in her waiting room with another patient. It always felt like a prenatal visit with Jo was just catching up with her on what was going on in my life with a side of some tests and exams. Every visit was more calming than the last, I really breezed right through my pregnancy in the most zen state of mind and I have Jo to thank for that because she can attest to the fact that my life was literally in a crazy chaotic state throughout the entire 10 months!! Now for the important part...my birth!! It was the most extraordinary experience of my life. Whenever I tell my birth story I start by saying I had the most incredible team around me, and that is what made the difference. Jo came to my house when I was in labor to check how dilated I was because I didn't want to be in the hospital until the last minute. That might have been an added bonus because of the whole covid-19 situation but it is just an example of how above and beyond she went for me. Once we were in the hospital, I labored there for about 3.5 hours and Jo never left my side. She coached me through the hardest parts of the labor process and skillfully talked me out of an epidural I was screaming for at 8cm because she knew that it was a goal of mine to have a natural birth. I am sure many other providers would have just let me give up but she expertly danced a fine line between talking me out of it, while also taking my pain seriously and allowing me the option of relief if I needed it. TLDR; Look no further for a midwife. Prenatal zen-ness and a magical birth experience, despite being in the middle of an insane pandemic! read more

People don't typically transfer their prenatal care to a different provider when their halfway through their third trimester. But when partners/doulas were not allowed to come to births because of Covid, I wanted more personalized care so I switched from my OB group practice to Nettle Wellness. I couldn't be happier with that decision! From our first phone call, Jo was warm and welcoming, compassionate and caring. I immediately felt confident that she would advocate for me and have my/my baby's best interest at heart. Everything about being in her care felt very thoughtful and deliberate. Every step of the way, she explained my options and guided me in making an informed decision about my care. Looking back, it's hard to believe that I started seeing her so far into my pregnancy. Having her as my midwife felt like I was being taking of by a friend. When it came to my labor, not everything went to plan, but I whole-heartedly trusted everything Jo suggested for me. She picked up on a complication early and was quick to bring in help for it. Her aftercare was wonderfully thorough as well. When I developed engorgement and a fever, she was on top of it and quickly helped me to get it under control. Beyond all of that, her stunning office is a calming sanctuary -- just being there puts you at ease. I truly felt taken care of by Jo, and I look forward to continuing to see her for my gynecological care. read more

I could type novels about how much I love Jo and Nettle Wellness, but I think it's going to be less impactful than to say... If you're pregnant, hoping to become pregnant, or just need someone who cares about you and your women parts, stop what you're doing and call Jo. Meet Jo. Go see her home office. Leave feeling like you just saw a friend, a therapist and a medical professional who cares about your health and not just dollar signs. She knows you. She remembers you. You're a real person going through real life, not just a file. I honestly wish every woman had the gift of Jo, ESPECIALLY during pregnancy and ultimately delivery. She provides the kind of care women need through the ups and downs, the light and the dark parts of life. Women too need to be cared for! And you could not be in better hands than in Jo's. PS. I found a parking spot each time I pulled up on Jo's block. Parking was never an issue as it usually is in Brooklyn. I'm telling you, a visit with Jo is the BEST break from reality in all possible ways. read more

In an ideal world, there would be no war, no poverty, and no births without Jo. Save yourself time and read no further: give yourself the gift of Jo.  You won't find a better midwife and kinder human to help you on your birthing journey.  Jo is wise; she uses medicine when needed and avoids it when not. Jo is compassionate; she actively listens and helps you process the Big Emotions around motherhood. Jo is genuine; she centers the expectant mother by engaging her fears and honoring her wishes. Jo combines radical gentleness with tough pragmatism. Her midwifery practice is a model of what healthcare could look like in this country if it were run from a place of compassion rather than capitalism.  One word of warning: If you choose Jo, you may end up having more children than intended simply so you get to hang out with her more! I'm so delighted (and not at all surprised) to read all these positive reviews, but when I was with Jo I felt *singularly* special and seen... turns out she has that effect on all of us who are lucky enough to have her gentle, strong hands bring our babies into this world. read more

For some time now I've been trying to sum up my time with Jo. One word that consistently comes to mind is safe. Jo was my safe place throughout my entire pregnancy, labor & delivery and now postpartum. She never failed to be at my side when I needed her and always went above and beyond. Even the little things like giving me a journal to write in at the beginning of my visits or how she did an ultrasound on her handheld tablet every visit because she knew how happy it made me. I could see the joy it brought her to see me smile. Those are the things that count. I went just over 42 weeks. Jo checked in constantly and reassured me my body knows what to do and helped me remain calm. I look back on my labor and delivery with complete awe and admiration. I didn't realize I had a dream birth until it happened and it was beyond anything I could have imagined. It was my first birth and baby boy was born safely at home in water surrounded by my loved ones. During the whole wild journey of birth I could viscerally witness Jo's presence filled with pure love. After he was born Jo honored this sacred moment and gently guided us both back on our time. There was no rush. There was no urgency to do anything except cherish. To this day, nearly three months later, I still feel seen and heard by Jo. If you're reading this trying to decide whether Jo is the right choice for you and your baby, do yourself a favor, stop questioning. With Jo by your side you will stand grounded in confidence and hold complete trust in yourself and your body to bring your baby earth side. Thank you, Jo. You will forever remain in our hearts. read more

Jo delivered my baby in July 2020 after I transferred my care from a large OBGYN office to Nettle Wellness. I was close to midway through my second pregnancy when I decided that I needed more holistic care, and I feel extremely lucky to have stumbled upon Nettle Wellness. Even after just our first meeting together, Jo completely changed my expectations about what perinatal care should entail. From her beautiful and calming space, to her loving and caring personality, Jo's approach to pregnancy and childbirth is so attentive to the life-changing and profoundly emotional experience that it is. As a practitioner, she is calm, warm, and confident. And as I was going through each stage of my pregnancy, it was so comforting to have someone like Jo there who felt more like a companion than a clinician. It is difficult to articulate how expertly she managed the entire delivery room while--at the same time--making me feel as though it was just she and I together. Jo takes very little credit for the fact that my immediate postpartum experience was such a positive one. And while I know that my happiness and ease following my son's birth was the the result of multiple factors, l have no doubt that Jo's presence and guidance throughout played a very large part in it. I will be forever grateful to Jo for giving birthing mothers what they deserve, and for making this the beautiful experience that it should be. read more

Jo is by far the most calming, caring, and thoughtful provider I've ever had. She was my provider before, during, and now after the birth of my son and she is every bit as skilled at routine care as she is at midwifery. Knowing how hard it is to find supportive, holistic, gyn care, I'm grateful for her! read more

Please, save your time and energy researching your care provider, and just go with Jo & Nettle Wellness. There is nothing you will regret. From our first call, I knew instantly that there was no one else who would deliver my baby safely, while listening to my wishes and doing all she possibly could to make bring my birth preferences to light. Any anxiety around pregnancy seems to disperse the moment you step foot in her beautiful clinic, sit down on the sofa, and talk about all the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that you are facing. I feel so incredibly lucky that I found Jo and was able to navigate my pregnancy under her wonderful guidance and exceptional level of midwifery - a perfectly blended holistic and scientific approach to birth. I cannot recommend her enough. If only every woman could experience this kind of maternal care. From the initial phone call, I knew immediately that Jo was on our side. There is no question that my Labor and delivery would have been a totally different experience had I not had Jo deliver my baby. Many unexpected issues presented themselves in my labor but Jo helped to guide me through them so that I was able to focus on the positives and avoid outcomes that I know would have happened had I had an OBGYN deliver my baby. There is no question that I avoided an induction, a c section and likely, an early delivery, because I had Jo as my care provider. The post natal care (daily texts, regular at home check ups etc) helped me adjust to the early days of motherhood; reassuring and guiding me through recovery, breast feeding, sleep, and nourishment. When my baby was taken to the ER in the middle of the night at 2.5 weeks, it was Jo I called in my moment of panic, and Jo who picked up and reassured me. Don't even question using Nettle Wellness, having Jo deliver my baby is the best decision I ever made. Thank you Jo. You are the very best. read more

I was looking for a midwife with an office in Brooklyn, who delivered in a hospital in Manhattan. Not easy to find! Im glad this search led me to Jo. Jo was extremely supportive the whole way through the process. Her home/office is so nice and welcoming. Jo has a very calm and relaxed vibe but was able to get assistance when I needed it during the birth. I liked how she gave a lot of follow up support after the birth. Once, going above and beyond her duties, Jo counseled my partner and over the phone for 45 minutes when we were completely overwhelmed and lost when our newborn wasn't sleeping in his bassinet. Jo goes the extra mile to support you and your partner. read more

I HIGHLY recommend Jo as a midwife. From my first conversation with her on the phone, I felt comfortable and heard. She took the time at each appointment to really listen to all my questions and help me navigate my first pregnancy. Her office is out of her brownstone in Bed-Stuy which was really great during the pandemic because it meant that my spouse could come with me to all my appointments. It was clean, safe, comfortable, and also really beautiful. I always looked forward to getting to see her. It is only her there. She does the entire appointment by herself which I loved. When I went into labor, she was there for me on the phone talking to either me, my spouse, or my doula helping navigate which stage I was in and supporting me. When she met me at the hospital, I was so happy to see her. She, and my doula, gave me the confidence I needed to build my strength mentally and physically through my birth. It was beautiful. Extremely hard but beautiful and was so thankful to have Jo there supporting me along the way. I never felt pressured to do anything I didn't feel comfortable with. Once we got home from the hospital, she did in home appointments with us and checked in via text multiple times a week. She helped me navigate postpartum and breastfeeding as well which I was so thankful for. If you are looking for a provider who is kind, gentle, confident, empathetic, and extremely knowledgable, Jo is it! read more

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When I first got pregnant, I assumed I would work with my OB/GYN practice -- that was until I spoke with a friend about her experience with Nettle Wellness. I was instantly convinced I wanted to work with Jo and I've truly never looked back. From her beautiful office in Bed Stuy (where she's gone out of her way to design a serene experience) to the time she takes to sit and talk with you at each check-in (no rush job appointments with her), I felt incredibly cared for, listened to, and considered throughout my pregnancy and delivery. Jo's core belief is that in most cases, pregnancy should not be treated as a medical event--and while I felt like she still did all the necessary medical checks and tests, I really appreciated how she approached them with this ethos in mind. When it came to my delivery--things did not go as planned (guessing they rarely do!) but what could have been a scary or difficult experience was as smooth and positive as possible because of how Jo cared for me throughout it. Lastly, Jo's 2 in-home visits postpartum made us feel *so* cared for--what provider comes to YOU after you've given birth? So many OBs just want to see you six weeks later..and in their space at that. Having Jo come to us was such a big help in a blurry time. I truly cannot recommend working with her enough. read more

I have not been to Nettle Wellness yet, so this is a review of Jo, the Midwife as a practitioner. I am excited to not have to go to the UWS from BK should I need her midwife services again. I honestly don't know where to start. Jo was such a kind, loving and nurturing presence throughout my pregnancy, labor and postpartum care. He approach to midwifery is a model of acceptance, care, and excellence. Jo was the second midwife I had delivered with and there was a huge difference in my care. I didn't realize there was so much more that could be done to support this way of brining life, but Jo's care was above and beyond anything I could have imagined. She prepared me by warning that I was super full of fluids and adult diapers would prove useful (was she ever right). She made the best of my reality, I was delivering a baby the night of a blizzard with limited staffing so the birth center would be a hard ask with a picture perfect labor, which I was not having. She still advocated for me and kept my wishes to deliver in the birth center front of mind. She helped me focus on what was best and possible with the current way my labor was progressing, allowed me to cry that loss and focus on what would be the same. She brought flameless candles in for mood lighting. It was only once I had my beautiful healthy baby in my hands did she and the doula let me know they were shocked how long my second labor was taking. I never felt that from them for one moment. With Jo, a wonderful doula and my husband I was able to have a (drug free) natural childbirth, something I really wanted to do. If this review ended there I would say she was amazing. But it does not, because the postpartum was such an incredible part of my care. The constant contact and support was something I did not realize was missing from my past birthing experience, it strengthen both my body and soul. I was prompted I shared things I never would have felt warranted contact and got such helpful tips and support for how to help aid healing and keep a look out for things that might indicate an issue. This is the care every woman is deserving of, it is a shame we seldom get it, but I assure you will from Jo. read more

Jo was my midwife for the pregnancy and delivery of my son in 2015. From the first phone call I had with her to discuss working with her and her practice, I knew I had found my midwife. She is so warm, loving and truly cares about your whole self - body, mind and spirit. I had planned on doing a non-medicated birth in the birthing center at Mt Sinai, but after an extremely long, weird and difficult labor process, my son ended up being born via c-section and I was very much medicated. It was a difficult situation, one that I hadn't expected, and, as someone who struggles with anxiety, something that I emotionally processed for many months after his birth. But throughout the labor/birth process, I felt so completely supported by Jo. She made sure I knew all my options, was honest and clear about what was going on, and even lead me through a meditation when i was feeling especially anxious and couldn't sleep/had weird muscle spasms from the epidural. She was an advocate for me even when I didn't know I needed one, like when right after my son's birth she made sure he was brought to me and put on my chest before he was taken away to be bathed and I was sewn back up and moved to post-op. And several months postpartum when I wasn't sure what to do about birth control, she talked through all the various options I had for a good 45 minutes. Jo is seriously one of the best health professionals I have ever worked with, and I am so grateful she is in my life! read more

I can't say enough words to praise Jo. The care she showed me throughout my pregnancy, labor, delivery, and thereafter was above and beyond what I would've ever excepted from anyone. She created such a warm and welcoming environment and was very supportive and responsive. She was so well prepared for my delivery... if only i could write an entire essay to decribe my story. It was a huge goal of mine to have a natural delivery and not go to the hospital at all, and she made that happen for me. I'm very grateful to Jo for helping make it all possible. She created the space for me to share my hopes and fears surrounding my pregnancy and delivery and outlined possible situations and potential solutions so that we could be prepared in advance. This gave me such a huge comfort knowing how well prepared she was. She made me feel very safe and well looked after. She's like a doctor, nurse, friend and mom all in one. Jo helped me to facilitate the birth of my dreams. She went the extra mile to meet my wants- like setting me up with a lactation consultant and doing so much more. She is a true gem for the birthing world and I am soo happy I chose to go with her. Jo- if you're reading this...save a slot for any of my future deliveries please :) read more