Aight, if you're on the fence about placenta encapsulation, just hit up Momma Love and call it a…read moreday. My wife and I had our baby on Monday, found Meriah through Google, and she was solid from start to finish. Her website is hella organized, communication was on point, and even though she's based in Encinitas, she drove all the way to UCSD to pick up our placenta and then delivered everything to our house in Chula Vista. That's love!! She's certified in food safety and foodborne illness prevention too, so you know she actually knows what she's doing. That gave us a lot of peace of mind. And man... we got way more than just capsules. She hooked us up with a tincture, placenta prints, umbilical cord heart, peri spray, raw smoothie cubes, a thank-you card. I was like, "Hold up... all this was included?!" Meriah goes above and beyond. Super kind, calm, professional, and just an all-around awesome human. I'll definitely be sending friends and family her way. Appreciate you, Meriah!

I am so happy that I chose to work with Mama Love Placenta Encapsulation!! Meriah is truly special…read moreand goes above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and easy, and also special! I am so thankful not only for the encapsulations but also all of the additional free offerings (frozen pieces, tincture, placenta print, etc) and all of the information and resources she provides! It is so apparent how much she cares!! 10/10 would recommend Thank you for everything!!

My husband and I sought out a doula to help us prepare for the birth of our son. Unfortunately the…read moremore pregnant I got, the sicker my Mother became, and we were not able to prepare for his birth the way we wanted. At 34 weeks pregnant we met with Robin and I knew immediately that she would be able to help calm my husband and I during our first delivery. There is something about her, she makes you feel like your meeting with a long lost friend from high school. She supplied us with great resources to prepare for Travis's arrival in a few weeks. She came to visit us at our home and helped me learn stretches, pelvic exercises, comfortable sleep positions, and even soothed our fears that we were missing crucial baby equipment. The night I went into labor I waited till about 10 pm to finally call her, she met us at Escondido and even return with us at 6 am when they sent me home! She was basically awake driving around all night! Once I was finally admitted she was an amazing support person through my 36 hours of labor! I was so nervous I wouldn't be prepared for labor, but after trusting all the advice and labor education Robin had passed on I look back now and think, it really wasn't bad. TV and movies make it seems so horrible, and as I walked around and around the birthing floor I just breathed through every contraction knowing my little guy was one step closer to being in my arms. I was so confident and clam as the process continued, I found out the nursing staff had been watching in awe of how long I was able to continue au natural. Weeks later Robin came to our new home (!) and took our family photos with out new little mancub. I highly suggest that any first time parents, or parents to be in general, seek the support of a doula. It made our birth experience something to embrace and I will always have fond memories.

I have worked with Robin in several different ways. I first met her as a photographer when I was…read morelucky enough to be included in a breastfeeding shoot. I had an emotional and rough start to breastfeeding with that particular child and capturing it on film was truly one of the greatest gifts I have received as a mom. I have also worked FOR her, painting a business belly for her to use in promotions for Birth Blessings. I can tell you that her level of professionalism is unmatched, and she is an awesome "boss". She also trained me in placenta encapsulation, and her mentorship is invaluable. The standards that she sets are incredible, as is the one-on-one teaching. If you are seeking out training in encapsulation, you will find no better program. You certainly will not get to HANDS ON train through the entire process in a group setting. Not only does she thoroughly verse you in the actual process, but she also touches on branding and how to provide a solid service to new mommas. Working with Robin has really helped grow my own postpartum services business.

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

Short answer: Hire a doula, if you can afford it, it is so worth it!…read more Long review: I worked with birth doulas from BBD for both of my births (2024 and 2026). I was extremely nervous about giving birth, and my main goal the first time was just to not have trauma. Thanks to amazing support from our doulas, I discovered not only did I not have trauma, but I also find giving birth such a transformative and positive experience, something I never even considered a possibility for me. I worked with Tamara and Sage for my first birth, a late-term induction and vaginal delivery (both attended), and Tamara and Kim for my second, spontaneous labor and vaginal delivery (Kim attended). A goal in both my births was to wait until transition to get an epidural, and thanks to Sage helping me ride contractions and helping my spouse keep me comfortable I was able to wait as I had hoped. In my second birth, I used techniques I had learned from Sage as well as new ones from Kim to stay so comfortable laboring that I got to the hospital pretty late without realizing how far labor had progressed! I never considered an unmedicated birth a possibility for me, but due to doula support allowing me to stay comfortable I think I would give it a try if I have another baby. Doula support was key to keeping me out of my "fear brain", as in both births, things happened that I didn't understand and they were able to explain them, both on the phone and in person at the hospital. This allowed me to keep calm. We didn't do the birth class due to our schedules, so did 2 prenatal visits instead both times. These were helpful in getting to know the doulas, but also they gave a wealth of recommendations for birth and for postpartum - for instance, Tamara suggested identifying a lactation consultant before birth, which was an amazing suggestion given that I needed lactation support immediately with my first and I would have not lined this up without her suggestion. We really like the 2 doula model, also, which seems pretty unique. We highly recommend BBD!

I had the best experience with Breathe Bitch Doula! Louise and Mahri were incredible. They made me…read morefeel so supported and relaxed throughout my whole journey. They are set up to tag team so one of them is guaranteed to be there for the brith which was so helpful to know that someone would be there no matter what. They helped prep me and we amazing resources throughout my pregnancy, obviously during labor, and even postpartum. I'd text them with all my "my baby is doing this is it normal" questions. I want them there for any future pregnancies and labor!

So much gratitude to this amazing doula duo!!…read more From the first time we met with April and Joy we felt comfortable and confident in our decision to work together. We are from out of town and I came down to San Diego first as my husband had to finish work and it was very reassuring to have April and Joy as part of our birth team in case I went into labor earlier than expected. Throughout my pregnancy all the resources, check ins, and words of encouragement that April and Joy provided were much appreciated. They were also very quick to respond to any questions/concerns that I had. The morning of my delivery my surges came in very quickly. I contacted Joy and April right away and shortly after had a phone conversation with Joy to confirm it was time to head to the hospital. She met my husband and I there and it was such a relief to see and have her support during the most challenging part of my labor. Her calming presence, hands on comfort measures were invaluable and she worked so harmoniously with the hospital staff. The photos she captured of our first moments with our second born are truly priceless. After delivery I had unexpected bleeding and I'm so thankful to have Joy's knowledge on the different types of medications. She helped slowed things down and explained the benefits of them for my case and I felt confident in my decision making. I am incredibly thankful for April's belly binding offering postpartum. The foot bath and belly massage was such a treat and it was a lovely way to wrap up our time together with her. There isn't a single thing I would have changed with my birth experience. April and Joy are a fantastic team, highly highly recommend them!

Working with Joyful Roots was truly one of the best decisions we made, and I can honestly say that…read moreJoy and April are the number one thing I credit for helping me have such a beautiful, positive birth experience. Before giving birth, I was someone who felt really nervous and unsure about the whole experience. But after going through it, I genuinely tell everyone that I loved giving birth, which is something I never thought I would say! That is such a testament to the incredible support and care Joy and April provided throughout my pregnancy, labor, and postpartum experience. My hope going into birth was to labor naturally at home as long as possible and remain open to getting an epidural once I was at the hospital and further along in active labor. They helped me achieve exactly that. While we were laboring at home, April was the one on the phone coaching my husband and me through contractions, helping us feel safe and calm. She offered different suggestions for positions and comfort measures that made such a difference. My husband shared after that he would have been freaking out much more and probably would have pushed going to the hospital earlier if it was not for her guidance. When Joy met us at the hospital, I instantly felt a huge sense of comfort and relief the moment I saw her. She was tremendously helpful supporting me through contractions with her touch through different comfort measures. After I got the epidural, she continued to be so knowledgeable and helped position me in ways that encouraged baby to be in the best possible position for birth. He was more to the side before but she made such a difference in getting him in a great position. What stood out most to me was how deeply seen and understood I felt by her. She was so in tune with my needs, emotions, and what I needed in each moment in a way that felt different from anyone else present in the room at my birth. Her presence was grounding and incredibly reassuring. Even after I gave birth, when I was feeling overwhelmed by all the emotions and hormones, she noticed immediately and supported me so thoughtfully and gently. That care meant so much to me. I know hiring a doula is an investment, but truly, it was one of the greatest gifts I could have given myself, my family, and my birth experience. If you are considering working with Joyful Roots, I cannot recommend Joy and April enough.

As an experienced Birth Doula & Hypnobirth Educator, I have worked with many Placenta Encapsulation…read moreSpecialists over the years, and Tree of Life continually stands out as the most professional, compassionate, and reliable company that I consistently recommend to families. From the first point of contact, communication is clear, prompt, and reassuring--something especially important during the postpartum period when emotions and logistics can feel overwhelming. Tree of Life handles each placenta with the utmost respect and care, following safe handling procedures and offering full transparency about their process. I deeply appreciate how thorough they are in sanitation, preparation, and labeling--this attention to detail provides peace of mind to both me and the families I serve. The pickup and delivery process is seamless, and the turnaround time is quick so that you can enjoy the benefits as soon as possible. The capsules themselves are beautifully packaged, along with thoughtful instructions tailored to each individual's healing needs. Parents frequently share that they feel supported, energized, and more emotionally balanced while taking their capsules, and many tell me the experience far exceeded their expectations. What I value most is that Lauren, Triple-Certified Specialist, approaches Placenta Encapsulation as both a scientific and a sacred practice. She holds space for the emotional significance of the placenta while ensuring the highest standards of safety. This combination of warmth and professionalism is rare, and it truly makes a difference! I will continue to refer my clients to Tree of Life with confidence, knowing they will be treated with kindness, respect, and genuine care during one of the most tender transitions of their lives.

Lauren was very helpful and caring. The placenta pills and the tincture definitely helped me a lot…read moreto heal since I had a c section. It helped a lot in producing more milk and my energy level also.

Carly is an incredible coach and healer. I started working with her in early 2015 on improving my…read morehealth and incorporating more wellness routines into my day-to-day. She put me at ease right away in our first in-person conversation and helped me think through what my goals were (getting 'real'--eating real food, avoiding synthetic skin/body care products, etc.; finding and incorporating spiritual practice; and shedding some extra lbs I'd been carrying around). It was clear from the beginning that she was interested in learning about me and what I wanted to do so that she could design a very individualized protocol and arsenal of resources for me. Her approach was holistic and completely free of judgement. Because she helped me establish clear goals and then tailored a plan to me so expertly, I was able to follow it and make adjustments as needed. AND, Carly has been extremely responsive to and helpful with any questions or inquiries I've sent her way in the last year and a half. Earlier this year, I had a Reiki session with Carly (my first with her, my second ever). The 'hands-on' portion of the session was really comforting and grounding. The post session debrief was invaluable. Carly's intuition and guidance were right on the money and really helped me to start working through some blocked energy and negative thought patterns. I can't say enough good things about Carly. She's a consummate professional, she knows her stuff and she truly cares about her clients. Thank you, Carly!

I've known Carly through social media over the years. When I started having some nutritional…read moreconcerns and wanted some advice from a professional I was so glad I knew Carly. I signed up for an hour power session to discuss issues I've had with cholesterol, migraines, hair loss, among other things. To begin, I completed a survey for Carly which included lots of back history I wouldn't have even thought of to provide. From the prep work she did ahead of time to the meeting to after the meeting, the level of professionalism and thought put into all communication has been amazing. I received great follow-up materials, comprehensive lists of foods, supplements, links to articles and podcasts, and a bunch of other materials I know I can trust. She also took the time to check in after our meeting to see how things were going once I implemented some of her suggestions. I'm located in Austin and the ease of working with her over the phone has been great! Thanks Carly!

Rosie showed up when I was in labor and told me I wasn't in labor yet. told me to go to the…read morerestroom, and eat a banana. She was dismissive and honestly ruined my labor. Still angry over it after 6 years. When I got to the birth center I was 8-9 cm! Her excuse was "I thought you wanted to labor at home as long as possible." Even though I told her I wanted to go because I was in so much pain. She ruined my birth experience. Would never recommend and people still can't believe how she treated me. Told her I felt like I could push and she walked me to my bathroom and shut the door.

Rosie was the most amazing and thoughtful, peaceful, loving, patient and professional Doula I could…read morehave dreamed of. My husband was reluctant to have someone join us during such an intimate time and we are so glad we did! I had GD and my doctors wanted to induce me and Rosie helped my son Matthew to choose his own birthday by coming with me to all of my doctors appointments and asking the right questions when I would usually just nod my head yes. She recognized my signs of hard labor and eased my discomfort in a multitude of ways, even by getting my husband a drink of water and just her being there was monumental to my labor and my sons birth. I'm not kidding, she even flew across the country to be with us during this magical time. Just the sound of her voice is even soothing. I found out later the doula circle nicknamed her birth whisperer. Perfect.

I reached out to Julie when I found out I was pregnant with my first baby. Julie was so kind and…read moregenerous to give me advice on natural birth options and had a wealth of information on all the best local doctors and midwives. Highly knowledgeable in her field and so emotionally supportive to a nervous new mom-to-be. Thank you Julie!!

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Best service in town! Super professional and generous. Her products are high quality and well worth…read moreevery penny. She goes above and beyond to help her clients. I would highly recommend her services to all pregnant women! She's a great person to have in your circle. Great birthing support and advice and wonderful postpartum care. 10 stars if I could!! I was unable to take my placenta home due to a medical condition. She was very understanding and very supportive. She even brought me herbal capsules & some other nice goodies. Great customer service!

This review is for Meghans doula service. Very long review-hope it helps:…read more I had my baby in 2017 - overdue review. Meghan was amazing at answering all my random questions as this was my first baby. I was looking for a doula to help me in delivering my baby naturally. I didnt want pytosin or an epidural so i interviewed a few doulas and Meghan sounded perfect. I didnt want a doula who would act like a doctor and argue with my ob during my delivery. I just wanted someone who would help me with managing the pain and to coach me while i delivered. I knew the pain was going to be bad and an epidural would sound great so i wanted someone to push me and remind me why i wanted a natural birth. From the day I meet with her up to the day i delivered, Meghan was amazing like i mentioned before. Quick at replying to texts, answering questions, just amazing so i was excited to know she would be present during delivery. The day i began having contractions she was on the phone repying back making sure i was ok. She showed up and everything was great. Of course as soon as i got to the hospital, the nurses offered pytosin which i declined. The pain increased and Meghan offered help with the medicine ball and other methods to ease pain. When night came and the pain was to much, i was disapointed that she just kind of sat back and watched. This is when i needed her coaching, her encouraging me to fight through the pain, that everything was going to be ok, that the pain would get worse but then better when id see my baby for the first time, helping me with my breathing something like that. The room i delivered at had ONE fold out chair for my husband to sleep in. She set up post and passed out in that chair. My poor husband had nothing to rest on but a standard plastic chair. I was in pain so i didnt find out about this until after i had delivered my baby and was home. In the end i did get and epidural and my birth did not go as i had hoped. She was there when i delivered my baby and was helping me with pushing. She took some amazing pictures that captured some beautiful moments which im forever grateful for. I do feel like hiring a doula was a waste of my money in that she didnt really encourage me and push me to keep going which is why i wanted a doula. I do understand it was my decision but thats why i hired her, to help me be strong. The contract also uncluded 2 postpartum visits, she only came to 1. The final visit we scheduled but she never showed up. I hope this helps anyone also looking for a doula. Would i hire her again, not for her doula service. Shes a very loving and caring person but not the strong woman i needed for a natural birth. Her salves are great. I cant really speak on the ecapsulation service sense i didnt get that.