Began my care at heart 2 heart in February, my son was born 07/13. This place was everything I had…read morehoped for when choosing a birthing center for my care. Robin (Licensed Midwife) is super sweet, soft spoken, always has a natural remedy for little symptoms throughout the time. The receptionist, Kat, is ON IT and also super sweet every time you arrive and is super helpful with anything insurance/money/ documentation - and she genuinely has your back with all of that stuff. I was blessed with a (relatively speaking) easy pregnancy but Robin answered 2/2 of my late night SOS calls that I had during that time frame. And when I called thinking labor was starting she was ready to get there and support me, no hesitation, despite it being a seemingly fast timeline (and thank goodness she trusted me and was ready, because I was 8-9cm by the time I got there). Overall, I wouldn't trade this experience for the world. Thank you, Robin & Kat! Love you, ladies!

No caregiver could be more caring and engaged than the incredible Robin! She loves her clients and…read moretheir babies!

I highly recommend all mothers-to-be hire Gina as their birth doula! She is absolutely amazing. We…read morehired Gina early on in our pregnancy to ensure we had as much birth education as possible heading into labor & delivery. Gina's postpartum support is also very valuable. I didn't know what to expect or how I would feel postpartum & Gina helped me navigate it. Additionally, Gina provides an abundance of resources during pregnancy & postpartum so they are always available to you.

Gina saved us! From the moment I got pregnant, I knew I wanted to create a support group to help me…read morein my parenting journey. Gina helped our family during my postpartum, however, she is skilled in these areas Doula, CD(DONA)+Postpartum Doula, CPD +Dancing For Birth, prenatal, postpartum, and so much more! Having gone through the baby blues right after giving birth, although a sad period to start that totally shifted because I had Gina in my corner. Thanks to her stepping in to help with education, hands-on training, resources, and restoring my mental health. I highly recommend her services and I'm looking forward to continue working with her on this parenting journey for a lifetime. Thank you, Gina, you truly are amazing!

We had an incredible experience from In Joy Birth, and I can't recommend them highly enough. From…read morethe very beginning, both Chelsea and Heather were warm, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to making sure we felt confident and supported throughout the entire birth process. Chelsea ended up being our Doula when I went into labor and she went above and beyond, showing up at the hospital and being exactly what we needed in the moment. Her calm, reassuring presence made all the difference. We felt well-prepared going into the birth thanks to the time she spent with us beforehand, answering every question and walking us through what to expect. When labor began, we felt ready--and during the birth, her support and knowledge were invaluable. What we really appreciated was the ability to reach out with questions both before and after the birth too. Having that level of access and guidance was incredibly comforting during such a life-changing time. If you're considering hiring a doula, this was the best decision we made and I can't recommend them enough! We will definitely be using that again.

I was assigned to Candy as my doula and I had a very bad experience with her especially after…read moregiving birth. I was hospitalized for a night and without my consent, Candy came into my house and took my newborn baby into my bedroom and had the door closed without my permission that whole night. My mother in law was there and she didn't even allow her to carry her own grandson. She dismissed her and treated her like a servant, told her to make her coffee. Thank God my brother came and took over. Candy try to take control of my household and was instrusive. She slept in my bedroom invading my privacy. God forbid she did something to my son. I am very upset to wake up from an operation to this news. I want my full refund back. I will report all of this to DCF. This is unprofessional, unethical and illegal.I'm

So I delivered my first child at the Orlando Tree of Life location (I can only find the Deland…read morelocation on Yelp). I am new to the area, and out of all the doctors and midwives I had talked to, this place was definitely my favorite! They listened to my concerns, helped me with my birth plan, and really let me be in control over all my options and decisions. They helped guide and prep me for the natural unmedicated birth that I wanted, and gave me plenty of information to take home and look over. Pregnancy and delivery can be an overwhelming experience, but they made it so much easier. When it came to delivery, I wouldn't have been able to follow through with my birth plan without them. They kept me going when I felt like giving up, and they made sure that they did all they could to keep me and the baby healthy. I am forever grateful for their hard work and patience

I still feel new to TOL as I just found them Jan/Feb. I found out in November that I was pregnant…read moreand went the "normal" route of going to an OB in Daytona. After having the typical office visits and finding out how much my high deductible insurance was going to cost monthly with them and their unwillingness to work with other payment plans, I looked into other birthing methods. I won't lie, the price was the leading factor. However, once I found out there is a birthing center near me I KNEW I had to check it out and I'm so very glad I did. My boyfriend wasn't as keen on the idea but was open to meeting them because he knew how excited I was over it. We met with one of the midwives and she more than answered my long list of questions. She reassured him as well so that he became excited at this experience also. I haven't given birth here yet but I'm down to bi-weekly appointments now with baby due mid-July. I've meet all of the midwives at DeLand except for Kaleen but have an appointment set up with her for later in the month. Everyone has been great so far; it's so opposite from the typical hospital visit and I love that. The atmosphere is so much better than being at a hospital. My greatest worry? That I DON'T end up giving birth here for some reason.

This was the 1st experience that I ever had using a doula for a birth and I am very very glad that…read moreI did! This was my 3rd child and yet the stress and anxiety that comes over and impending labor and delivery was still there but she helped me talk through the process and talk through what I liked and disliked about my previous births and what I wanted most for this upcoming birth. She had really good questions to help me think and she really helped me go through all of the details of what I hoped for with my birth plan and so she helped me feel more calm than I would have been and it was so so incredibly helpful. When the day of the actual labor came she came in and her presence was so calm and uplifting and excited that I couldn't help but feel more excited and calm myself. As the labor progressed she had really good tips on helping me work through the pain to try to achieve the type of birth that I wanted and she was able to I direct my husband as well to be able to help. I would definitely go with Katrina again because she was just so helpful and kind and happy about everything that I was going through. She had good advice for recovery as well, and was prompt in delivering the encapsulated placenta pills, which she did a great job with! Anyways, I love Katrina! Thank you for a wonderful memorable birth experience!

Katrina was born to be a doula. She was so hands on before, during, and after the birth of our…read moresecond son. She is knowledgeable on techniques to make labor easier and works with you to find a birth plan that is catered to your needs. When the time comes for baby number three, Katrina will be there!

I was referred to Kelli Johnson through a mutual friend of a woman who used her for 2 of her 2…read morebirths here in Florida. I was ready to stop doing my own search for a midwife and finally go by word of mouth instead. I was failing too often on my own and was ready for some personal experiences backing up a referral. I made my appointment by calling Kelli on her cell phone - she was so gracious and sweet and gave me the number of her office to book my appointment. Before Kelli, I was about to give up on finding the right midwife and just go for doctor appointments instead which I really didn't want to do but the emotional roller coaster otherwise was killing me. I hadn't felt that "connection" with a midwife yet and kept hearing other people talk about how they just loved their midwife and knew right away how she was right for them. What was wrong with me? I hadn't found that yet. My first appointment with Kelli and one of her students was AMAZING. We were smiling, laughing, having a great time. It happened to be right before Halloween and her house (also her office) was decked out in Halloween decorations. We drove in the first driveway on accident, her husband was luckily on his tractor and let our clueless selves in. The house was totally haunted out and we were wondering if we were at the right place at all. We looked around and laughed and knocked, no answer... then finally an answer (we also came in the front instead of the side/back where everyone else does!) Her receptionist was sooooo friendly, personable and enjoyable. We talked to her for a while as we waited for Kelli. I appreciated Kelli taking the time for the mother ahead of us as I knew she would do that for me if I needed it, too. She apologized for the delay and when we sat down and talked and explained about our journey to her, we all just felt connected and great about the whole thing. I knew my mom would love Kelli just as I did which is important to me since my mom will be at the birth and wants to know I am in good hands til she is able to be here too. Our second appointment wasn't as enjoyable because there were a few too many students there - but I was able to openly express this to Kelli and she made it just as it was on our first appointment and it has been great going back ever since. It doesn't feel crowded, and my husband I feel at ease there in the room with them. They always greet everyone with a hug and ask how you're doing. It feels like hanging out with friends. Kelli has a calmness about her that puts me at ease, knowing she will take care of me and I don't have to worry even though everything is new and unknown to me. She has given me some amazing literature to read and educate myself. She lets me make my own decisions and supports me along the way. She doesn't force anything on me and offers suggestions when I have questions or concerns. She is very open and doesn't force vaccinations or anything unnatural which is greatly appreciated. I feel very comfortable with her and am looking forward to continuing my journey with her. From all the stories she has shared with me, she doesn't seem like one to intrude on pregnancy but rather lets it happen naturally and encourages you to listen to your body and empower yourself as a woman. I really like that, it reminds me I can do this on my own. I was created to do this. She is a very encouraging an empowering midwife and I am happy so far. I would highly recommend her and look forward to continuing my journey through giving birth in April. I've decided on an at home water birth.

Kelli Johnson is an incredible midwife and I would highly recommend her to anyone! She is very…read moreexperienced and has overseen over 1,000 births. That gave me so much confidence in her as there really isn't anything she hasn't seen or handled. She is deeply concerned with your care and personal wellbeing. Her prenatal care is exceptional. She really took time with me and my husband at each appointment to talk with us, answer our questions and educate us on what was coming next. By the time we got to the birth she felt like family. She was exactly who I wanted in my corner for a 34 hour labor!!! Kelli was patient, problem solving when labor stalled, and most importantly vigilant about making sure baby was safe and doing well. I'm sure I would have likely ended up in a unwanted c-section if I had been in the hospital due to the length of my labor. However, Kelli my amazing and encouraging cheer leader guided me through the hardest thing I've ever done and saw me through to the end. I am forever grateful and blessed to have found her and to have her help bring my daughter into the world!

Balanced Baby is the most comfortable and relaxed place for all your babies needs. We were…read morerecommended by our lactation consulted for OT Therapy. Our appointment was extremely calm and informative, the staff there specialize in premies&infants. After our initial appointment we also met with baby chiropractor, baby physical therapist & lactation consultant. The entire staff is extremely nice and welcoming. You can tell they have a passion for babies! They also have weekly mommy & me classes such as baby yoga, feeding boot camp, mom hour, and many more. They offer a monthly package to attend limited amount of classes. A great place for expecting and new mamas to gather and learn together everything baby!

As a FTM who has gone down the internet rabbit hole, trying to be as informed as possible, I…read morethought I knew a lot. But of course when it comes to babies and pregnancy, the amount of information is overwhelming and it's hard to find reliable sources. Balanced Baby is a great resource for new and even experienced mamas who need any guidance, which sometimes your OB/Midwife/Pediatrician can't provide. The Baby On Board class taught me (and my husband) TONS of useful information- not just for labor and birth but for everything you need to know after having a baby! The class covered lactation, breastfeeding, bottle feeding, labor techniques, birth plan ideas, registry recommendations, tummy time ideas, and more. As a bonus, they served a delicious breakfast and gave each of us a gift bag to take home! This is hands down the best class to take as a parent-to-be. They also offer other classes for after baby is born! These ladies are experts in their specialties and have tons of recommendations, based on their own personal and professional experiences. Anything they aren't certified in, they know someone who is and can easily connect you to someone who can help. Again, I can't recommend this place enough for all parents!

My doctor suggested I do a consultation here to talk about freezing my eggs. I decided I'd do the…read moreconsultation to see what it entailed. I had one 30 minute virtual Telehealth session where they tell you what to expect, and I got a bill for $700! I could have gotten the exact same information from simply doing a Google search, and they gave the audacity to charge $700 for a Telehealth visit. I understand my insurance doesn't cover this, but $700 for a 30 minutes chat on basic information is absurd. Don't make the same mistake I did. Do your own research and decide if you want to freeze your eggs before ever going near a clinic. They aren't there to help you make an informed decision, they are there to make sure they get your money regardless of if they get your business or not. It is just a business profiting on peace of mind and hopes and dreams, after all.

Filled-out paperwork; scheduled an appointment, but received a callback stating that if I am over…read more40 or 42 (I forget the exact number), my only option is donor eggs (potential age discrimination). No consultation or checkup was offered. Edit: Please remove me from your call list. Also, I did not schedule any appointment with you.