If I could give 10 stars, I would. One of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy was hiring Tasha as my midwife. I also chose the at-home prenatal appointments, and they were worth every penny. She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and genuinely cares about her patients as people. The prenatal care was amazing. Thanks to her thoroughness, I discovered I had some deficiencies that my OB-GYN had never tested for. She was always available for questions or concerns, incredibly responsive, and flexible whenever I needed her. But honestly, where Tasha truly shines is during birth and postpartum care. My baby decided to arrive three weeks early at 3:00 a.m. We texted Tasha, and she called us immediately to help determine if I was really in labor. By 10:00 a.m. I was in active labor, and she was already at our house filling the birth pool. The entire birth team followed my lead and created exactly the environment I needed. They only spoke when I needed reassurance or when something important needed to happen. They made sure I stayed hydrated, encouraged, and strong throughout labor. They could even tell what stage I was in just by the sounds I was making. By the time I asked Tasha to check me, I was already 9.5 cm and ready to push. By 3:30 p.m. I was holding my baby. He had the cord wrapped around his neck, but Tasha remained completely calm. She quickly and confidently unwrapped it and placed him in my arms. It was one of the most magical moments of my life. After the birth, while delivering the placenta, I experienced a hemorrhage. Tasha immediately recognized what was happening, administered medication, and monitored me closely. I didn't even realize how serious it was until I told people about it later because she handled everything with such confidence and composure. She kept me safe without ever making me feel afraid. She stayed for hours afterward, helping my baby latch, making sure I was comfortable in bed, and ensuring we were both doing well. She even came back the very next day to check on both of us. Then, on day three, I wasn't producing enough milk and I was completely overwhelmed. Tasha came over, checked on my baby, and helped me emotionally process everything. She even drove all the way to Los Angeles to pick up a bilirubin light for my baby's jaundice and donor milk because I wasn't ready to use formula yet. She truly saved me during those incredibly tender and emotional early days. She went above and beyond by bringing me a quality breast pump, helping me find more donor milk, and checking on us far more than she ever had to. She made me feel safe, and more importantly, she made me feel like my baby was safe. That peace of mind is priceless. Without her, I'm certain I would have ended up in the hospital multiple times over minor issues simply because I was scared and didn't know what to do. Instead, I always had someone I trusted to guide us with knowledge, compassion, and confidence. Even now, I still text Tasha with questions, and she is such an incredible resource. I honestly wish she could be my doctor for every health issue in life. I feel so lucky that our paths crossed. Tasha is an extraordinary midwife and an even more extraordinary human being. If you're fortunate enough to live in the area she serves, don't hesitate to hire her. It will be one of the best decisions you make for yourself and your baby. read more

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Choosing Tasha was one of the easiest and best decisions we made during my pregnancy. She was the first midwife I interviewed, and I immediately felt that no one else would compare. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate. From the very beginning, I felt genuinely cared for-- something I hadn't experienced prior to transferring my care. Prenatal visits with Tasha were never rushed. We would often spend over an hour together because I always had questions, and she always had thoughtful, thorough answers. She approached everything holistically and helped me navigate a few bumps in my pregnancy naturally and confidently. I always trusted that she would help me figure anything out. My labor started slowly, with contractions coming and going for a couple of days before things intensified. By Thursday, I had gone an entire night without sleep, dealing with painful and unpredictable contractions. Tasha came early that morning to check on me and guided me through next steps. When things progressed, she returned and calmly began preparing for the birth. At around 10am, I was half way dilated and 80% effaced. She helped guide positioning changes when baby needed to shift, and throughout everything, she remained calm, grounded, and reassuring. Labor was the most intense, overwhelming experience I've ever gone through--I was exhausted, in extreme pain, and at times felt completely consumed by it. But Tasha's presence never wavered. Even when I felt like I couldn't handle it, she reminded me that my body was doing exactly what it needed to do. I had planned for a natural home water birth, and while I was extremely determined, I also trusted that if anything truly required medical intervention, Tasha would guide me to make the right call. Throughout labor, she continued to monitor the baby and reassured me that everything was progressing safely. When it came time to push, I followed my body's lead through the contractions. With one final, deep push, my son's head was born, followed shortly by the rest of his body. My husband was able to catch him and place him directly onto my chest--an unforgettable moment. After the birth, Tasha stayed for hours, helping me recover, supporting breastfeeding, and making sure both baby and I were doing well. She also supported me through postpartum anxiety at our visits, talking me through my fears and reminding me to take care of myself, too. I am so grateful I had Tasha guiding me through my pregnancy and birth. I felt safe, supported, and deeply cared for every step of the way. I would not change a single part of my care with her, and I cannot recommend Tasha enough to anyone looking for a midwife who is both deeply skilled and genuinely compassionate. read more

Tasha, we are endlessly grateful that we met you. With you, the entire home birth process felt incredibly easy, calm, and clear -- every detail was explained in such an accessible and caring way. Your continual support, regular visits, punctuality, patience, and constant communication gave us a deep sense of safety. You comfortably answered all of our questions and cultivated a beautiful relationship with us as things progressed. Our home birth in water -- in an inflatable pool -- was as comfortable as it could possibly be, and that is largely thanks to your professionalism and the love with which you do your work. It truly inspires admiration. Thank you for enabling us with the knowledge and tools to help create our space for the portal between worlds. A special thank you for your team -- having a second professional midwife there doubled our sense of confidence and peace. My wife and I received exactly the experience we had dreamed of. With Tasha and her team's help, we brought a new soul into this world in such caring and trustworthy hands. We highly recommend Tasha for anyone that is interested in safe home birth and who wants to create their dream birth experience. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts read more

This review is long overdue, as I have had three babies now with Tasha as our midwife. Having Tasha by my side for all three of my pregnancies, births, and postpartum months was genuinely life-changing for me. All of my prenatal visits were done in the comfort of our home, where she guided me on everything related to my child bearing journey. She was my midwife, but also I would consider her my mentor and a friend. Someone I deeply trust. My first child was a bit premature, and Tasha was with me in the hospital for the entire labor and birth, advocating for me and easing my mind as I went through a birth experience I was never hoping for. With her guidance I was still able to have an unmedicated birth experience in the hospital. For my next two babies, we did all my prenatal care visits at home, and she welcomed my other children to participate in my care. My second and third baby were born in the comfort of our home, and I can't begin to describe how powerful and beautifully natural the experiences were. With Tasha as our midwife I felt that I was able to release and surrender to the experience, knowing that I was in her highly skilled care. I never felt pushed, rushed, or coerced in any way. I always felt heard and respected, and my consent was always a priority (something I did not experience in the standard OBGYN and hospital care). Tasha has a calming presence, a gentle confidence, and leads her practice with love. After each of my births we had postpartum visits during the whole first year. By the end of the year she's been present since shortly after conception to the baby's first birthday. How fortunate I feel to have been cared for and supported by Tasha as she guided me through those transformational journeys, forming a bond through literal blood, sweat, and tears. It goes without saying, I highly recommend Tasha to anyone seeking an unparalleled level of care for pre-conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. read more

I cannot say enough good things about this midwife and the care she provided me through some of the most vulnerable moments of my life. She cared for me during a miscarriage and later through my first full pregnancy, which resulted in my now healthy 3 year old son. From the very beginning, she made me feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported. Each appointment was an hour long and never felt rushed. Those visits were filled with thoughtful pregnancy education, open conversations, and space to ask questions without feeling dismissed. What stood out most was how deeply she cared about my mental and emotional health, not just the physical side of pregnancy. After my miscarriage, her compassion and presence meant more to me than I can put into words. She also offered so many helpful holistic interventions. She helped me manage acid reflux, improve my restless sleep, and guided me toward chiropractic care when I had lower back pain. If you are looking for a provider who truly cares, takes time with you, and supports the whole person, I could not recommend her more. I will always be grateful for the role she played in my healing and in bringing my son safely into the world. read more

Tasha A wonderful Midwife, and an even more wonderful human. Tasha has wisdom from the roots of midwifery plus all the modern medical knowledge available to bring a truly all encompassing pregnancy birth and postpartum Midwifery care. She is seamless at drawing blood at home which is very comforting, all the while including my 4 year old daughter in all prenatal care practices, especially fundal measurements and heart tone checks. Throughout our in home pregnancy care I felt her blending with our family, to form such a deep bond we will always hold dear. I felt complete trust in my body and with Tasha leading the team I experienced a life changing home water birth for my second baby. Continuous postpartum care over the first year is an added bonus to her practice. I cannot say more positive things about Tasha, we all love her and are so grateful she's our forever midwife!! read more

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Being in Tasha's care during my 2nd pregnancy and postpartum was a godsend. We had a beautiful home birth which was vastly different from my 1st hospital birth. I am grateful for her patience to answer all my questions and always making me feel safe and seen. read more

Tasha is absolutely amazing! This was my first homebirth (with our third baby), and I couldn't be happier that we found her. After my second, I knew if we had another child I wanted a homebirth, and from the start, Tasha's energy drew us in. She is calm, knowledgeable, and just a truly lovely human being. She always took the time to answer every question and never made us feel rushed. You feel heard and cared for with her. During the birth, she was the perfect balance--hands-on and attentive when needed, while also giving space. She even entertained my other two kids, which made the whole experience feel so natural and family-centered. The birth itself was beautiful, and Tasha played such a big role in that. If we ever had more children, I wouldn't hesitate for a second to have her as our midwife again. This was an experience I'll never forget, and we are so deeply grateful for Tasha. read more

Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, humble, and warm. In such a vulnerable time, she helped me feel safe and confident with every visit, L&D, as well as post partum read more

I have always wanted to try water birth. I have searched for a long time and finally came across Tasha's instagram account and website. I would say that me and my husband made the best decision. Every appointment that i had was very informative and lengthy. It was not like a 5 minute appointment at the doctor's office. All concerns that i had were addressed. It was also convenient because she would do home visits as well when it was close to my due date, which made it very convenient for me. I had the best experience with Tasha as my midwife, also with help from Kim. We can't thank them enough! They have been so patient with me during my son's birth. The whole experience was very sacred. If you are someone who is wanting to experience a very empowering birth, where you are heard and taken cared of, home birth is the way to go. read more

Tasha was my doula in 2018. She was kind and understanding with my wishes for delivery without any judgment. She was an absolute professional and helped me with anything I needed and advocated for me at the hospital when I needed it. Love her! read more

So thankful for Tasha's guidance during the birth of my first baby. All of my worries of birth suddenly washed away when we chose to go the home birth route with Rainbow Midwifery. I couldn't imagine a better birthing experience! The quality of care for our family that Tasha provided for us during such a special time is something I will forever be grateful for. read more

My first birth experience would not have been so positive and exhilarating without Tasha at my side. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience birth and babies, and was an amazing resource to me during my pregnancy and after. Her holistic approach combined with her scientific research based mind makes her a very special doula. She was also amazing with my husband, who felt very at ease during the birth - in a large part due to Tasha's presence and the relationship they had established throughout the course of my pregnancy. She has a very calming yet knowledgeable state of being which was very soothing and helpful to both me and my husband. During the most intense part of the birth (which was waiting for my doctor to arrive so that I could finally push), she kept us both distracted and relaxed while also maintaining a great line of communication between the nurses and me. She was also diligent about my birth plan and made sure everything went according to plan (within reason). I didn't have to worry about the logistics so that I could enjoy those first few moments of my son's life. She has truly become a friend of the family's and would without a doubt hire her again if baby #2 were to come along. read more

Tasha was my doula for the recent birth of my first child. From the first time we spoke on the phone, Tasha had a kind, radiant energy that I was immediately drawn to. With our birth doula package we had 2 pre-birth visits, her services through the entire birthing time (L&D) and a follow-up appointment. Tasha provided incredible physical, emotional and mental support to both me and my husband for nearly 20 hours. She truly put our needs before anything else. She was great in showing my husband how to connect with me during our birthing time and constantly talked me through each and every contraction, keeping me focused and calm. She provided different options for natural induction and ways to naturally cope with each contraction. I am so sincerely grateful to Tasha for her compassionate support throughout the entire process - I could not have gotten through it mentally without her. After our birth, Tasha has been wonderful in checking up a few times a week to see how we are doing, and has answered many questions I've had about breastfeeding, bonding, and general health. I HIGHLY recommend Tasha and intend to keep in touch with her. Tasha is an amazing doula and a truly wonderful woman. Thanks for everything Tasha! read more

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I am so thankful I found Tasha!  I had been feeling unheard and not cared for with my OBGYN and when a friend referred me to Tasha, everything clicked.  She is extremely knowledgeable and interested in helping the whole person, not just checking a prenatal visit off for the day.  Any issue or concern I brought up to her, she answered with extensive knowledge and usually multiple resources. She was even able to help solve a few issues I was having through diet. She always made sure my husband and I felt comfortable and heard.  Office visits are an hour or more sometimes, she cares for you in your home from 36 weeks- 6 weeks postpartum, then continues to see you up until 1 year postpartum.  I did not realize the extent of her value when we hired her, or I would have done so much sooner.    Tasha is so warm, nurturing and down-to-earth, but at the same time I have no doubt in her ability to handle business if things were to get crazy (thank goodness our birth went very smoothly).  The more time I spent with her and asked her all of my what if scenarios, the more confident I felt in my choice to switch to her care. Tasha is a beautiful human being that changed my life so much for the better, and I cannot wait to have the opportunity to have another birth under her care. read more

Tasha was my doula in 2018 when I had just moved across the country from NY-LA to start an intensive academic program while 6 months pregnant - a very exciting but also stressful and hectic time. I met with a few different doulas before meeting Tasha but knew almost immediately that she was special, and I'm so glad we contracted her services. Aside from being warm and grounding, she is incredibly knowledgeable about all things pregnancy, birth, and baby-related, organized, dependable and professional. We had a few pre-birth meetings and many text message exchanges. Then on the evening I started to go into labor, Tasha drove up to West LA to be with me and keep me calm while my contractions increased in intensity. We walked around my complex together, talking about our lives and anything that would take my mind off the contractions. She drove home after a while and then a few hours later, around 2am I think, my husband and I drove to the hospital, and it turned out I was pretty dilated so they checked me in. Tasha arrived soon after, bringing electric candles to make some relaxing lighting instead of the fluorescent hospital lights, as well as essential oils, healthy snacks and coconut water. She was wonderful throughout the labor which started out okay but turned difficult with the pushing - she talked the midwives and doctor out of a cesarian and eventually I had a healthy vaginal birth. My husband was so glad to have her there, she was firm and in charge but not overly intrusive in the process. In the video my husband took you can see Tasha celebrating my baby, keeping focused while we were delirious, saying, "guys! She took her first poop!" I highly recommend Tasha's services!! read more

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Tasha is an amazing doula and person. My boyfriend and I are so thankful to have had her there with us for the birth of our first child. We were both nervous and she brought a huge sense of calm especially for me when I would've otherwise probably had been freaking out. The amount of time and the quality of her help is beyond words or 5 stars. She helped us iron out a birth plan, helped answer any questions or concerns we had and provided great resources for further information and most importantly she made sure the hospital followed our wishes. I was in labor for 58 hours and she was there with us the entire time. We had 2 prenatal visits with her and one post partem. she came highly recommended by a friend and as soon as i met her and started talking to her I felt at ease and was comfortable with her and she was someone who i could trust. I am grateful to have been able to have Tasha there to help us and be part of our birth experience. Thanks tasha :) read more

Tasha was an integral part of both of our birth experiences - first as our doula in 2018 and two years later as our midwife. We did not originally consider midwife care for our second child until I found myself two months pregnant at the start of a global pandemic and shutdown. My OB-GYN office closed and all my tests were being outsourced to other doctors; I felt very isolated and unsure of what to do. Having experienced Tasha's high-level of care in our first pregnancy, we gave her a call and started discussing options - she is very open, honest and wants what's best for you. We made the switch to midwife care and it was the best decision. I looked forward to every appointment (it almost felt like therapy) and loved that I could have my young daughter with me. Knowing my first birth experience was a c-section followed by postpartum preeclampsia, every precaution was taken to ensure a safe, healthy pregnancy and successful VBAC. I truly felt cared for and trusted her throughout the whole process. From pregnancy through postpartum, she was always there (for both me and my husband) when we needed her with a wealth of knowledge, and warm, motherly guidance. We could go to her with any questions (pre and post-natal) and she'd respond not only promptly, but with great detail that was immensely helpful. She has an easy going nature that instantly makes you feel like you've known her all your life. She felt like an extension of our family - plus she's a lot of fun to spend time with! We couldn't have asked for a more nurturing experience to bring our babies into the world. Thank you Tasha! read more

Tasha was a wonderful resource for me through the last months of my pregnancy,my long labor and my early weeks as a mom. She was supportive of my decisions all along the way and never judged, only helped me to understand the options and potential implications. I had to be induced and was in labor for almost 30 hours, but she kept me sane and supported through it all. She was of course wonderful for me, but as important was how she was able to help my husband and mom throughout the process. She took care of them, making sure they knew what was going on, found food when they needed it etc etc so that I could focus completely on myself, which was a luxury I didn't fully appreciate until it was happening. I really can't say enough good things about the way she got me through everything, making me feel empowered and positive and ultimately helping me to achieve the birth I wanted. She is a wonderful doula for you if you want to try for home or unmedicated births, but even if that is not your choice, or if you are on the fence about wanting a doula, I say YES use her. She respects all birth choices and supports you in ways you didn't even know were possible. And your husband will thank you, mine would have been LOST without her. read more

Tasha has been my midwife since 2020. After I had my first consult with Tasha after finding out I was pregnant I knew she was the one. Her warm, welcoming energy, along with her passion and knowledge for her profession is what drew me in. My pregnancy was a little complicated in the beginning as I was experiencing a subchorionic hematoma. I was very fearful in my first trimester and very anxious especially being a first time mom. Tasha always held my fears with grace, never did she make me feel like I was being too much or asking too many questions. She guided me and never coerced me into doing things I wasn't comfortable with. I very much so felt like I was the lead on my birth team with Tasha being my professional medical executive, haha! Tasha is a well rounded and integrative Midwife. I wanted my pregnancy and birth to be as holistic as possible but being a Nurse myself I understood and appreciated medical interventions when absolutely necessary. Having Tasha as my midwife helped me reach my birth goal which was to be able to have a non-medicated water birth with minimal intervention. She also guided my partner at the time in catching the baby himself as that was something he wanted to do. Tasha's guidance in nutrition and supplementation during my pregnancy played a huge role in helping me reach my birth goal. My prenatal visits with Tasha were extremely thorough lasting about an hour long. This gave me enough time to have any of my questions answered and concerns addressed. This kind of attentive and knowledgeable care continued to be provided after I gave birth, during my postpartum period. Being a new parent can be exhilarating and intimidating, especially when those primal parenting instincts kick in. Again, with grace, Tasha provided the emotional and educational support I needed as a new mom. This was a crucial part of my baby, his father, and I integrating as a family of 3. With Tasha as my Midwife I was able to have the dream pregnancy and birth I had hoped for. It was one of the most beautiful and surreal things I have ever experienced; I will cherish those memories forever. 3 years later and Tasha is STILL my Midwife today. Instead of going to a Gynecologist I do all my well woman visits with her including pap-smears and bloodwork. I'm forever grateful for the services I have received and continue to receive from Rainbow Midwifery. read more

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Tasha Boyd is a caring, compassionate, and knowledgable midwife who delivered my son in June 2020. The entire experience from start to finish was like a dream. In fact, from the moment we spoke on the phone and had our very first interaction, I knew she was the perfect midwife for me. What I love most about Tasha and her practice is that she does all the appointments out of the comfort of your own home, which is especially nice during those final months. Each appointment was extremely thorough; I never felt rushed. I was able to ask all my questions and receive well-informed answers and options. Having access to her via email and text anytime throughout the pregnancy really put my mind at ease. I had never experienced that level of care before. There was a time during the pregnancy when I was feeling scared about what could possibly go wrong during a birth and how being at home might be a risk. She immediately came over to my house, sat with me, and talked the entire thing through. She made me and my partner feel so cared for and I had no question that she knew exactly what to do if something out of the ordinary should arise. Again, this level of care is something you can only dream of, but not with Tasha. This is just who she is and how she handles her clients. The birth was perfect and beautiful. Tasha is kind, supportive, patient, and frank. I could not recommend her more, honestly. Any birthing family would be so lucky to be in her care. I loved my experience with Tasha so much that I continued well woman's care with her even after birth. She handles my exams, bloodwork, and hormone balancing. She is truly remarkable. read more

I was so lucky to have Tasha on my side when I gave a birth! Back then she was a doula and soon after she became a midwife. My first baby was over 9.9 lbs and even with epidural - I don't know if it wasn't working - I was in so much pain. She was there for long labor, like 39 hours, and what helped me was her massage and she knew exactly how to ease my pain. My husband was trying, and of course I wanted him to be there for me, especially for emotional support, but what I needed at that moment was her help and I really don't think I could have gone through without her!! So I only know her as a doula, but I know I can highly recommend her and now I know I was lucky to chose her! Thank you so much Tasha!! read more

Tasha is INCREDIBLE! I was absolutely blessed to find Tasha to serve as my midwife for my home birth. She was so knowledgeable throughout my pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum seasons. She gave me guidance in mental, physical, and nutritional preparation through the whole gestation and beyond. Her wisdom and experience in the field speaks for itself, but it is truly valuable to have someone in your corner who is not only skilled and accomplished, but also respects and advocates for the sacred event. I felt that my baby and I were safe and expertly cared for through it all. Seeing Tasha for pre and postnatal appointments felt like such a safe space where any of my questions would be answered and a regimen could be made. My family and I are forever grateful for her intentional care! read more

I'd like to write a 6 star review about Tasha if that was an option! Am very grateful for her tireless support from the beginning to end. I am someone who was fearful of birth from a very long time. I had a baby after many years of trying and already at a compromised age. With UCLA SM and Tasha by my side I experienced an amazing birth story I could have never imagined. Since I was at risk because of my age she offered to help at the hospital birth. She prepared me very thoroughly weeks in advance (physically and mentally), supported me with supplements that were there to aid the body be ready. During the birth I could count on her strong presence, that was making me confident I could do this immensely challenging experience, no matter what direction it may go. Afterwards she came to me several times to help me and the baby to recover smoothly. Frankly she was the best help for this life changing journey and I cannot be more thankful she entered my life and was so attentive, warm and skillful to do it all. If I could recommend one shining star as a midwife/doula in the LA area, it's her! read more

Tasha is absolutely the best. She delivered both of my little girls and I couldn't have asked for a better experience with each one. I met Tasha in April 2020 when I was 8 months pregnant with my first. I had never expected to have a home birth. My whole experience until then with prenatal care had been with a doctor and I fully intended to deliver at the hospital. The pandemic changed all that and I was very scared to be in that setting. I interviewed quite a few midwives but I felt the most comfortable with Tasha. She is very nurturing but also extremely knowledgeable. She was always available to answer any of my questions, no matter how small. Even though it was a last minute and scary decision for me, I felt confident. Throughout my labor, she was amazing. It was a bit of a blur but I remember feeling really safe and supported by her. She did everything to make my experience as beautiful as it could be. At one point she was helping my husband bring pots of hot water from the kitchen to the birthing tub so that I could have the water birth I wanted. (My husband bought the wrong hose attachment but this review is not about him). Having Tasha as my midwife was one of the best decisions of my life! Flash forward to 2021 when I was pregnant with my second, it was a no brainer to work with Tasha again. The difference between my experience of prenatal care with the OBGYN and Tasha was like night and day. My appointments with Tasha were thorough; not just about my physical but also emotional health. I found myself looking forward to my monthly visits. I am so glad I found Tasha. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Tasha is a fantastic Midwife, a genuine person, and an all-around great supporter and friend! I've had the honor and absolute blessing to have her for my last two pregnancies, and although my pregnancy journey is no more, we still keep in touch. I can't recommend her enough! read more

Tasha was a beacon of light throughout my pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period. Before hiring her, my husband and I met with her and we both instantly felt comfortable and confident with our decision to hire her. She is very confident and personable--someone who I could see successfully helping me get through a natural birth both physically and emotionally. Even though I ended up having to be induced, it was because of her that I had a "gentle" induction with much fewer interventions. A few reasons why we hired her: she was more affordable then some other doulas, she had a lot of experience at our hospital (Cedar), and she has such deep knowledge and expertise. I also liked that she spaced out her clients to avoid having to miss a birth. I texted/emailed/called her numerous times about so many issues before and even months after and she was always happy to take the time to give me answers and advice. Her huge amount of resources (books,, etc.) were so helpful too. Tasha also referred me to excellent colleagues in her network (lactation consultant, acupuncturist, etc). I know there are so many doulas and midwives in LA and it can be a daunting decision, but Tasha is a shining gem in the vast amount of choices. read more

I can't say enough nice things about Tasha. During our first visit, I knew immediately we were a good fit, and boy was I right. We met prior to the birth of my son in 2016 and she's helped be a guiding light throughout my journey into motherhood and beyond. I was able to have the birth experience that I wanted, thanks to her support. Everyone's experience and preferences are different and I felt she really understood what I wanted my experience to look like and that was just what I got. When I found out about my pregnancy with my daughter, she was the first person I contacted (after telling my husband, of course!) to make sure she was available. Thankfully she was, and I had an amazing experience with her again. She was an advocate for me which allowed me to focus on getting through the difficult parts of labor and delivery. I'm so grateful for her support throughout both my pregnancy and deliveries. I recommend her to all my girlfriends. read more

I really don't know what I would have done without Tasha! I only knew her as a doula but I can tell you that she is a kind, knowledgable, approachable, gentle and extremely helpful person. She was understanding of our birth plan and always available at any time for any questions. The night I went into labor, she was amazing. She was physically and emotionally present when I needed her and she was hands-on without being intrusive. She was encouraging and supportive throughout my entire labor and delivery. Having her there helped take some of the pressure off of my partner to take care of everything. I don't think it is actually possible to sufficiently give enough gratitude for having her as part of my "birth team." I would highly recommend her to anyone. If we had been fortunate enough to expand our family, I would have wanted Tasha there without a doubt! I'm so excited that she became a midwife :) read more

Tasha was recommended to me by a friend. I had previously had a home birth but between moving and time passing, seeing my previous midwives wasn't something on my radar. Tasha was there for our family the whole way. Shoes off, chatting about life and our families, becoming truly close and comfortable with each other. I looked forward to each appointment. She welcomed having my older daughter help measure my fundal height and assist with the Doppler. She made sure to answer all of our questions and reassure us for any concerns. I have a historically poor diet and she gave advice and cheered me on and I never felt judged. With any quirk or restriction I had, she had a solution or a suggestion. When it came to the actual birth, Tasha knew I wanted a water birth since I had missed that with my last. It was her call to start filling up the tub immediately that allowed that to happen. She gave my partner alone time in the tub together and knew from the other room when to come in without even having to call for her. She is that intuitive! I trusted her hands with my daughter and myself every step of the way and absolutely would again. read more

I cannot tell you how lucky I feel to have found Tasha for the birth of my second child. She brings a warm and caring presence into every situation, along with so much knowledge! I opted for the in-home package; and I can't tell you how vastly different (for the better) my prenatal visits with Tasha were compared to the OB prenatal appointments I attended for the birth of my first child. I was fortunate enough to have pretty easy pregnancies, but that meant my OB visits were maybe 5 minutes long. They were never helpful, just time consuming. But with Tasha, each visit was nearly an hour - they were comfortable, tailored to exactly to what I was currently experiencing, and so so useful. I always left our visits learning something new and feeling cared for. When the big day arrived, she brought that same energy into the birth space - warm, calm, and steady - even though my labor and delivery process all happened so fast. I truly cannot thank her enough for the love and energy she put into my pregnancy, birth and postpartum. We couldn't have asked for a better person or experience. Thank you, Tasha! read more

This review has been a long time in the making. I met Tasha over three years ago as my doula-monitrice for the birth of my first child. Unfortunately, my first birth ended up as an emergency c-section after almost 60 hours of labor....and Tasha was by my side the ENTIRE time, providing hands on physical support, ensuring I was hydrated/fed, and helping me advocate for what I wanted at the hospital. Although the end result was not what I had hoped for, having Tasha at the hospital and explaining all my options (pros and cons) makes me feel like we tried everything we could to prevent the c-section. Fast forward 2 years and I was at the same OBGYN group with my second pregnancy. At this office I felt like just a number. They were on board with a VBAC, but every time I talked to them about my last pregnancy and asked what I can do differently to prevent a VBAC, their suggestions included induction at 39 weeks and other medical interventions. I decided to reach out to Tasha to see if she had any thoughts on what I could do. Although I was no longer her client, she offered evidence-based information of different vitamins I can take and other holistic ways of prepping my body. She made me feel heard, validated my feelings, and empowered me to follow my heart on how I wanted this birth to be. When I mentioned a possible home birth to my OBGYNs they immediately started fear based conversations and even contacted their insurance as if I was a liability. It was like night and day. I MADE MY CHOICE TO DO A HOME WATER BIRTH WITH TASHA AND IT WAS THE BEST DECISION I EVER MADE. Tasha's midwifery care is top notch. She is extremely educated in the field and has plethora of knowledge regarding Eastern/Western medicine. Every prenatal appointment I felt special and excited about the next steps. Home Water Birth Well my water broke again before contractions and I called Tasha so worried that the same thing would happen as my first birth. Tasha was very encouraging and reminded me that we have taken all steps to prevent that from happening and helped me stay calm. She advised me on what to do to prevent infection and what signs to look out for and inform her on. When it was time she came over and checked my dilation. She started filling the water tub and helped get the room ready for a calm birth. Tasha was extremely encouraging and followed my lead (wanting silence and hands off as opposed to my first birth). She ensured I was hydrated and helped guide my breathing when needed. When it came time to push she offered hands on assistance and suggestions to reach down and touch the baby's head when I wasn't progressing. 13 hours of calm positive labor and we had our healthy baby girl. It was a restorative, amazing birth and I am so thankful for having Tasha by my side. Thank you Tasha! read more

Tasha was one of our midwives for our first birth at a birth center. She was so empowering and trusting of the birth process. I was in labor for 80 hours- and not once did I feel rushed or afraid. She was so assuring while also taking proper precautions to make sure my daughter and I were completely safe. I had a pretty intense tear that she stitched perfectly and I have had no further issues! She is a well of knowledge and resources. I didn't have one question left unanswered. She was exactly the right person to walk along side us for our first birth experience. I highly recommend Tasha! read more

Tasha is a fantastic doula and an incredible human - she totally exceeded my expectations for what service and care a doula would provide. I feel so lucky that she was part of my birth experience. She brought warmth, levity, and grounding to my birth along with an amazing wealth of knowledge. Her knowledge from midwifery was a huge asset. She was willing to share information and support via text and phone calls leading up to my birth and postpartum. I felt like I could really rely on her - I had my daughter around Christmas 2018 and wasn't sure that I would have my doctor in town for the birth. Knowing that I could rely on Tasha really helped and without her I know I wouldn't have had the guidance needed to stick to my birth preferences. While I anticipated the support I would need during the birth, I wasn't prepared for the multitude of questions I would have postpartum. I'm so grateful for the postpartum visits, texts, and referrals that Tasha was able to provide. Tasha also stays in touch, creating a wonderful community - she hosts events like picnics and beach walks with past clients. Birth is a hugely personal experience and for Tasha it is definitely a lasting personal connection that is made. I would have loved to work with Tasha as a midwife for the birth of my son in 2022 but unfortunately proximity got in the way of making that a reality. Even so, Tasha gave me great referrals and resources for folks who were located near me for the birth of my second child. I will always be grateful for her and could not more highly recommend her! read more

I cannot thank Tasha enough for making the natural birth of my daughter as seamless as possible. Tasha comforted me in a way that I can only describe as a dear friend who you can trust your life with. I remember feeling as though I could not go on towards the end of my delivery and she made those last few moments, as she saw my baby's hair, feel like I could get through it. Not only did the birth go smoothly, but her care for me and gentle explanation of what to expect after, made the whole process so much easier. She delivered my placenta and I had no pain at all. I was extremely scared of this process because my family members who had deliveries in hospitals felt rushed as well as discomfort during their placenta delivery. Tasha's experience having been a doula contributed immensely to her understanding of what women need during this transformational time in their lives and I am so grateful to have had her as my midwife. read more