Alisha Bhatia, ND

(2 reviews)

2.3 mi

Dr Narayan is wonderful, amazing, caring doctor who has been taking care of my parents and me for…read moremany years and has been able to find and treat my dad's gut condition that no other provider was able to find for years. She goes above and beyond and is so thorough in her care.

Dr. Narayan is awesome! She is thorough, knowledgeable, so kind, genuine, very caring and…read morecompassionate, and an amazing doctor. To find someone who is both an MD and an ND (Naturopathic Doctor) is an AMAZINGLY rare combination-- the best of both worlds. She gets to the root of the problem to help reverse issues and to allow the body to heal itself. My husband and I are both patients and plan to be long-term. If you want a doctor who can get to the ROOT of issues like autoimmune disorders, gut health and really anything else you have going on, she's your gal! We would highly recommend her to anyone!

Dr. Narayan

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Innovative Medical Group

(15 reviews)

0.8 mi

Dr. Gounder is amazing! Never have an issue with anything. He truly does care about my wellbeing,…read moreand he's always going above and beyond to make sure that I'm getting the right treatment. Definitely hard to find in my years with previous MD. The staff is amazing as well. I'm really happy that I found this place.

I am not one to write a review but this place seems unorganized and a huge SCAM! for your money…read more It's disappointing because coming into the office the staff were so friendly. Jun 11 - i came in for my concerns and annual wellness check/blood draw. went to check out, i asked the receptionist lady if there was a copay and she said no. Jun 18 - follow up to review my test results, one test was missing so they drew my blood again. Went to check out and i asked the guy receptionist if i had a copay he said no. It didn't seem right so I double checked with him and the lady next to him said i do have a $30 copay (so i paid). After a week i called to check on my results cuz i didn't see anything posted on my online account and i was informed my doctor was out and that a doctor needed to review my results with me. They tried to schedule me in office but i asked if it can be a call cuz i didn't want to drive down again. June 27 - got the call from the doctor to review my results (still didn't get why i couldn't just get a copy of my results online, my old Sharp doctor would usually just have the results on my app.) About two weeks later (July 7) i receive a bill for $50(or so) so i called them and they advised that my insurance didn't cover my initial appointment and told me i'd have to reach out to my insurance in regards to my confusion so i did. it looks like the insurance and medical office settled something because the app showed i only owed $30 after a few weeks (July 28) so i paid for it. Aug. 8 i see another bill for 2 different dates for a total of $60 so i called again and the lady on the phone said it was for my first appointment (which i recently just paid for) and my video call (video call that shouldn't have even happened if they didn't mess up on one of my test results). They're literally charging me for everything even if it's a mistake on their end.

Patient Room

Dr. Cynthia Recinto, MD

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Cassone Wellness

I'm a long time fan of the medical esthetics services at Cassone Wellness. Changing estheticians…read morefrom Kelly to Stephanie made me nervous at first but I had nothing to worry about. Stephanie is just as masterful! I continue to get the same amazing treatments to keep me looking my best. Put yourself in Stephanie's hands and you won't be sorry.

My experience with Dr. Cassone was not so great. He did not do blood tests, he went based off my…read moresymptoms I told him, took a picture of my tongue and thinks he knows what you're dealing with just based off symptoms. I'm sure every patient is different and will do blood tests for the more severe or something he can't solve but with me he didn't. I got a vibe in he takes too much pride and not having to do blood tests for most of his patients. I am also very observant when I was with him the few times of his professional behavior, he's smart, professional and gives off a fake professional caring vibe all the way till almost the end of our meeting, time was up and he did it twice, I was still asking questions and he gave that look to me like hurry up I have to get to my next patient and I watched his eyes wonder to the direction of the other room with a slight irritation. Did this twice, I'm sure Kelly will put in her own two cents. I did not FEEL heard, every time I wrote Kelly telling her of my ailments and it's getting worse, I mean worse I was experiencing symptoms of burping over EVERYTHING, even water and it was scaring me, my liver area was hurting as well and I couldn't sleep because of all the burping. Every time I wrote Kelly at first she seemed attentive in the beginning but eventually she just started saying it hasn't been that long you just started taking your supplements, give it some time, you're just experiencing detox symptoms. Okay so I tried but my intuition was telling me NO this is something more, it's doesn't FEEL right. My final straw with them was when I messaged Kelly telling her my symptoms and she just said go to nearest hospital and report back to us what they say if anything comes up. I'm also in AZ when I was seeing Dr. Cassone so I couldn't visit him but still the fact that I felt like they didn't care and were worried more about $$$ because it cost to see him each time, not once did she ever reach out or ask or say dr. Cassone would like to talk about your symptoms. Plus going to then is the whole reason why I'm not going to regular doctor and here they are just pointing me in a direction to go somewhere else. Those doctors would just prescribe antibiotics and send me on their way. That was my last straw so I never followed up and they lost my business, not that they care because another one always shows up to replace the $$$. I found a new holistic doctor here in AZ, she's amazing and I was so relieved that she wanted to do blood tests after our first meeting. I felt heard by Dr. Karleen, I found out through my blood tests, I'm dealing with candida overgrowth, pcos, low vitamin D and she had me do blood food allergy test. With Dr. Cassones paleo food plan to follow, it wasn't working for me and it's hard to tell which foods I should eat or not, I wasn't so sure whether it was a detox symptom or food allergy, I was never 100% sure and it was making me scared to eat anything. When I did the food blood test with Dr. Karleen, it gave me relief and helped narrow down as to what foods I need to avoid: all dairy, gluten, wheat, egg whites, avocado, ginger, and pineapple. I was eating most of these foods on Dr. Cassones paleo food plan because he said follow this. I knew it wasn't working for my body. Dr. Karleen's supplements are very potent, everything of what she has me taking, I love her probiotics, very powerful. I also liked how I'm able to call Dr. Karleen on the phone, she gave me 45 minutes of her time when I had some concerns when I first started her regime, she answered all my questions and again like I keep saying, FELT HEARD, you can't even call up Dr. Cassone for a quick phone conversation, everything is done through email communication with Kelly, which gets annoying because she didn't always get back to me. I also bought an at home infrared sauna, that has helped heal my gut immensely(look it up, infrared sauna and healing leaky gut), the warts on my hands are gone, my tongue is finally back to bright red, eczema patches on my skin are gone and no longer have burping. I still try to watch what I eat but I am able to eat more easily without any symptoms. (I first started going to Dr. Cassone when I was still living in Murrieta, then I moved to AZ)

Silverhawk Corporate Center, our new location!

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Ocean Pacific Integrative Health Center

(20 reviews)

5.3 mi

Words cant describe how thankful I am for Dr. Wali!…read more Last month I was experiencing extreme fatigue, brain fog, blurred vision, high heart rate and a constellation of other awful concerns. I went to my primary care doctor and asked to have my blood work/hormones to be tested. Instead of hearing my concerns and looking into my health she quickly prescribed an antidepressant and said "I was fine, in perfect health, we can test you in a month." I knew something was physically off and did not need an anti-depressant. I found a handful of amazing reviews from other women and Moms recommending Dr. Wali. Scheduling was easy and she was able to get me in promptly. My first appointment with Dr. Wali was 90 minuets long and she went over my entire health history. She was attentive, had genuine concern and made me feel heard. She ordered every test to dive deeper into all my symptoms and found the answer. I did not need an SSRI.. I was extremely low on iron/other labs and my hormones were off. She personally followed up after she received my results and before my follow up appointment, knowing I had a race coming up. Within days/weeks of her recommendations I begin to feel alive again and having less brain fog and more energy. Dr. Wali created an easy to follow health plan over the next few months that is realistic, financially reasonable and low stress while I continue to heal my body and hormones. Feeling better everyday and finally being able work without feeling sick and be the present Mom, wife my family is used to. Thank you Dr. Wali for your expertise and kindness. Womans health is truly overlooked and ignored. Your care is truly a blessing and I look forward to being your Patient for many years to come.

Very professional. Didn't offer a cure or diagnosis-anything definite -but tuned in vitamins and…read morefood allergies. For my daughter I don't think it was a great help. Might be good for maybe another type of issue than disautonomia.

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Temecula Center For Integrative Medicine

3.0

(74 reviews)

3.9 mi

While my family's first experience would not be very complementary, I feel that they've made a…read moresignificant effort and my wife is much happier with the office staff and really does love the doctors. I'm glad they took steps to resolve our clerical issue and look forward to them improving even more with their customer service. I have to say the doctors and their nurse practitioners are wonderful. My wife and daughter are very happy.

Dr Lundquist is the most caring and compassionate well versed MD in Temecula. He truly listens and…read moretakes pride in customizing his approach specifically to each patient. He's thoughtful and understanding as are his other staff members! This office is for people who take pride in their health overall and are committed to taking proactive measures to improve their health.

Body Blu

(1 review)

4.6 mi

I'm so glad to find the Body Blu clinic closer to home here in Temecula! I have been a patient at…read moretheir Cardiff location for about two years. I started going for B12 shots for energy management, and with the help of the doctors here, I have discovered the benefits of functional medicine. Since I started my treatment with peptides, I have been able to increase my energy levels, increase my muscle mass, and keep my body fat low. And I'm not sure if it's related, I have noticed that the texture of my skin has a younger appearance! Thank you, Body Blu!

From the owner: At Body Blu we specialize in Naturopathic and Functional Medicine. We offer B12 and nutrient…read moreinjections, IV infusions, weight loss programs, NAD+, bioidentical hormone replacement including testosterone, functional lab testing and all natural medical treatments including nebulized inspirations. We have several locations throughout the San Diego and Temecula area. Visit our website for a live booking schedule at your nearest location and for a full list of our services and treatments. Medical consultations and other medical treatments are by appointment only. Please see our online booking page or call to schedule an appointment for all medical services.

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Integrate Eastern Medicine- Acupuncture and Herb

(11 reviews)

7.1 mi

Great Doctor. He took care of my foot and it is almost back to normal. It had been severely swollen…read morefor over one year. And he reduced the swelling and now I can walk on it with almost no pain. I am very pleased with the treatments at $ 50 a session. Western doctors were clueless. All they offered me were pain pills and deer in the headlight responses. Chinese medicine is a force to be reckoned with.

Dr. Julie is the bomb.com!!…read more Immediately when I entered her office, the energy was very calm and soothing. The energy was very positive and gave me overall good vibes, which was reassuring because I was looking for a doctor to treat my anxiety without prescription pills. Upon meeting Dr. Julie, I was instantly put at ease because I felt that she truly and genuinely cared about my wellness and wanted to treat me holistically and naturally. I have seen an improvement in my anxiety levels since I started seeing her weekly and know that I am in good, healing hands whenever I see her. My weekly sessions are something I always look forward to because I always leave her office feeling wayyyy betterrrr compared to when I first come in. I would definitely recommend her!!!

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Front of our clinic.

Wellness Center for Integrative Pediatrics

4.3

(11 reviews)

6.0 mi

A little over 2000 dollars in for a first initial appointment we left with a few supplements and a…read moreurine test. Out of desperation, we sat through what felt more like a therapy session than a doctor visit. Tools like an ear scope weren't ready to be used, (she shares a room in a spa, so other people use her "office") had to take our patient time to figure that it was unplugged (which normally I wouldn't care but your charge extra 150 every 15 minutes) I felt like everything was stretched out to keep us there, after our first initial visit time was over she asked if we wanted to proceed yet nothing was even really covered, so instead of making another appointment we stayed. Looking back now I definitely feel like a fool and should have left. She kept telling us she doesn't do it for the money but her prices say otherwise. I found a new doctor who is priced fair. Who passes her practitioner discount, who gives us advice how to save money, how to get your insurance to rather than just a super bill.

A Dr that's running a business, not a practice - heed caution. There is a reason insurance networks…read morewill not cover your visits with her. PROs: The building was nice and modern, Dr. Ruiz was polite in the office while billing us at an extremely high rate. COMs: The assistant Paul is the one you will deal with quite a bit filling out all the intake forms prior to arrival. He's pretty curt and rude. Doesn't give a compassionate vibe off at all. Dr Ruiz is quite the saleswoman. While you explain the case (keeping in mind she only takes sick kids with specific needs) she seems to always have the perfect test that needs to be ran and the perfect homeopathic/natural medicine to cure that symptom or issue. She's going to do a very lengthy exam as well. She's very talkative and can keep that clocking running up with the best of them. Before you know it, it's been 3 hours and a lot has been talked about and you have a long list of vitamins and medicines that she conveniently has stock piled in her office. You go to check out and it went from a $500 consult to $2500 in exam and medicines. Probably have a feeling when you leave of "what's the plan other than to come to another appointment". I never once got a true provider, caring feeling from this woman. Has used car-salesman with a litigation feeling when talking to her. We made a phone follow up appointment with her a month later, but worked with Paul to get it rescheduled - he confirmed this. However, Dr Ruiz herself still called on the original day. We explained we were not in the position to take the appointment and she said no problem but that she would still be billing us for the full hour, even though it was a 60 sec conversation. That was a $500 phone call. We have never heard back from this team in over a year. They do not care one bit about treating your child. They just want to milk you for money. If you really want a provider that understands PANS/PANDAS and actually wants to treat your child I HIGHLY recommend you lookup Amy Joy Smith NP in Orange County. We've seen remarkable improvements since being under her care. Do NOT waste your money coming to see Dr Ruiz.

Dr. Donna Ruiz with patient and mother at the Wellness Center for Integrative Pediatrics

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Wellness Center for Integrative Pediatrics

Herb + Dew Apothecary

(5 reviews)

3.4 mi

What a find! Tucked behind the Coffee Bean building in the Riviera Village is a new place that is…read moremore than a retail shop for your holistic needs. Herb and Dew offers alternative health empowerment through plants and flowers. Depending on how you're feeling and what emotions come out, Nichole has a remedy for you! She is very knowledgeable & will help guide you on what flowers/ plants are best for your own individual healing. So happy I walked in and I am looking forward to telling all my friends and family about Herb and Dew.

I cannot say enough good things about this store, I walked in one day on my way to coffee bean and…read moreit's such a gem! I bought some sage to burn right away and it will be my go to! Healthy lifestyle goods, amazing energy in the store and knowledge from Nicholle. Whether you are new to the products and how they work or an avid user, she is there to answer any questions about anything and point you in the right direction for what you're wanting/ or needing! Love love love!

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Kelly Boyatt, MD

(22 reviews)

1.3 mi

I was very impressed with their professional organized office. They have their act together here…read moreat this office and Doctor Kelly Boyatt is good at what she does. I feel good being a new patient with Dr Kelly Boyatt. She's very knowledgeable and experienced at what she does! I feel blessed to have found such a high skilled Doctor, and blessed to be under her care. I do highly recommend this professional office.

I have gone to her for years (with a few doctors in between when she left and I couldn't find her)…read moreand she is the best doctor I have ever had. She listens to you, makes sure she undertands what you are staying, and suggests what you do next, with alternatives if there are any. I am worried because Graybill has not been answering their phones for several days and I haven't been able to find out if they are closed or whether Dr. Boyatt still practices there. I will be very upset if I have lost her.

Mission Medical Building. 79 South, Temecula

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Babies In Bloom

My husband and I visited Babies in Bloom in Vista, California while trying to figure out what…read morestroller and car seat would be best for our first baby--and wow, we are so glad we did! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with such warmth and kindness. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely helpful, not pushy at all. They patiently answered all of our (many!) questions and helped us compare different stroller options based on our lifestyle and needs. We left feeling confident in our decision, which is such a huge relief as first-time parents! The store itself is absolutely adorable--full of the cutest baby items you can imagine, from thoughtful gifts and baby clothes to nursery must-haves. You can tell everything is curated with care. It has that perfect boutique vibe without being overwhelming or overpriced. Babies in Bloom is a true gem for anyone preparing to welcome a little one. We left not only knowing what stroller we want, but with a big smile on our faces. Highly, highly recommend!

Juliana was a major help during a very vulnerable time. I booked multiple at-home lactation…read moreconsultations when I was freshly postpartum, and she provided personalized and thorough after-visit reports to support my breastfeeding journey. I was dealing with blood blisters, a poor latch, doubts and fears about supply, and a baby that was temporarily not gaining enough weight. As a first-time mom, it was extremely stressful, and there were many tears. However, Juliana's visits always left me feeling more informed, reassured, and capable. We also did a weighted feed during every visit, which confirmed that my baby was indeed getting enough to eat. I still remember the relief I felt when I learned that. Juliana is a big reason why I decided to stay the course with breastfeeding. (Thank goodness, because now I LOVE it.) My insurance covered the cost of the visits, so I just paid the $60 travel fee. I also attended her breastfeeding class with my husband before giving birth. This was super helpful, but I recommend taking the class within 1 month of your due date. We took it a bit too early in my pregnancy, and forgot a couple things by the time I gave birth. Overall, I would highly recommend booking a lactation consultation with Juliana if you're in need of support!

Part of their Jellycat display

Storefront outside

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Transformative Birth Midwifery

(75 reviews)

7.7 mi

We decided that with our for sure LAST baby we would do things differently. After having 2 natural…read more(no meds) hospital births that were not pleasant experiences by any means, I wanted to have a home water birth. Steven made sure I had just that. I did the research and found the absolute BEST midwife I could have ever prayed for. From the very beginning of our journey Christina Sanders made us feel like family. She included everyone in all of the appts, let's just say my 3 year old, Stori, is now a midwife in training. Everything about her and the world of midwifery, let us know we made the perfect decision. It was a very special intimate experience. Though natural labor is excruciatingly painful, being in my own space with my husband and daughter Ahmyiah by my side, along with Christina and Kristen Rud (Midwife in training) it was so peaceful and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. There was less stress, less anxiety, no stupid intake questions that had been answered 100000x before, nobody making you feel incompetent, nobody barking orders. Instead, It was perfect lighting, soothing warm water, Christina reassuring me that I'm doing great and to simply let my body do what it is naturally designed to do, all while surrounded by nothing but love! It's hard to fully describe, just know that it exceeded all of my expectations and I am beyond grateful that I had the opportunity to take this journey with so much love. The postpartum care was unexpected and soooo needed. 1 Day after they came back to check on both of us, bringing me tea and food to assist in the recovery process. Tinctures and herbs to soothe discomfort. 1 week they were back checking on us and providing me with more yummy treats. They even prepared the most beautiful floral/herbal bath for Xo and I to share. It was magical. The GIFTS they made for us OMG if I was a cryer Id have been balling...A couple weeks later I had some weird wacky things going on with my skin, most likely had to do with my liver needing to heal. Christina jumped right in to help me find awesome natural soap for the weird rash and she gave me another tea to help my liver recover, it worked! 6 weeks postpartum we went back to the office for our final check. It was bittersweet, knowing our prenatal journey was over and that would be the last time I'd sit in that office as a pregnant mama. As of today, Xo is 5 months old. We still keep in contact, and always plan to. Christina and Kristen are two beautiful women with hearts of gold that we never knew we needed!!!

yelp needs to allow more characters for me to adequately describe Christina's love and care.. she…read moresurpasses all expectations. I have gained more than a midwife through my prenatal + birth + postpartum experience. She is an expert at what she does and it shows. she practically has an answer to every question and if she doesn't, she has insight + direction. she brought peace to my fear and help strengthen the parts of me that were weak. my birth and postpartum were truly so beautiful. I would choose Christina over and over to stand by my side. she is powerful, gentle, encouraging, intuitive & so full of love. if you're pregnant, consider her a necessity in your journey. she's also a pro photographer..

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Heritage Midwifery

(27 reviews)

6.3 mi

I am so happy to have found Amanda! My family and I absolutely love her, and I would recommend her…read moreto anyone planning a natural birth. Her passion for what she does shows, and she'll care for your baby like her own. This was my second birth, and when compared to the coldness and unfamiliarity of the hospital, I can't imagine giving birth any other way! I also want to mention that Amanda is prepared for hiccups. My baby got stuck in-between my legs, and Amanda was calm when helping baby and I get through it. She managed to untangle the cord, encourage me to continue pushing, and grab the resuscitator incase baby needed it. Amanda works calmly, swiftly, and effectively. Also, I'm convinced my baby already knew who she was! Baby could recognize her voice, and Amanda's loving energy because she was/is as calm in Amanda's arms as she is in mine. If we were to have another baby, we wouldn't hesitate to call her. She's worth every penny and much more. She is such a genuine person. Her support does not end the day baby is born, she continues to check in on the well-being of you and baby. I feel so fortunate to have had her as my midwife!

When I became pregnant with my second son I knew that I wanted a natural home birth after feeling…read moredisregarded during my first son's birth at the hospital. I did a little research and spoke to 3 midwives. However there is something special about Amanda and choosing her as my midwife was a no brainer. For one, she offered to have our first meeting at my house. Second, upon meeting her, she had such a calm demeanor and soothing voice that my worries and anxiety regarding a home birth went away. From then on my interactions with Amanda became more meaningful. I always brought my first son to all my appts and Amanda was so sweet at letting him play with her stethoscope. During these appointments she talks to your baby as she is checking baby's heartbeat. She looks at your health holistically, and even allowed to me to talk about stress and worries that I was experiencing at the time. I feel this was so important for my overall pregnancy health. The day I have birth I was already experiencing intermittent labor and my water was leaking out. Amanda came over and offered different options on how to get my labor to progress, and was so patient with me as I was able to dictate what I wanted to do and not do. She gave me the space to listen to my own body. She was incredibly patient and calm and guided my husband and I every step of the way. And let me remind you, her voice is so soft and soothing that when you are in the thick of labor contractions, she is all you will want to hear. Several hours later, my son was born and Amanda was by my side! Amanda is truly a caring person and it is evident that she loves what she does. Her energy is so warm and inviting. When my baby met her, he just melted into her, as if he knew her. This entire experience was nothing short of incredible for me, and I really have Amanda to thank for that. I encourage anyone looking for a midwife to consider Amanda.

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Believer In Birth

(10 reviews)

8.9 mi

Michelle was literally God-sent. When we found out we were pregnant, we prayed for the perfect…read moremidwife, and He delivered her to us. From the very beginning, she made me feel empowered throughout my entire pregnancy. Whenever I had doubts, she was there with reassurance, wisdom, and love. Every appointment with her was at least an hour long -- she never rushed us. She didn't just care about my baby; she truly cared about me as a whole person. I always felt seen, heard, and supported. She's an incredible wealth of knowledge and intuition, and she helped keep me low-risk after having a high-risk pregnancy with my previous daughter. Michelle really knows her stuff -- and her herbs! When I went into labor, she was so attentive, checking in until it was time for her to come. It was the middle of the night, and she showed up with such calm, compassionate energy. The care she provides is unmatched -- it's the kind of heartfelt, genuine care every mother deserves. I'm forever thankful for Michelle. She gave us the homebirth of our dreams and the redemptive birth I had prayed for. We love you Michelle!

Michelle is the best! I had so many questions & she was so knowledgeable, so kind, & so patient…read more I've had 2 home births before & can definitely say the she is an absolute gem.

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Agape Home Birth & Midwife Care

4.3

(18 reviews)

4.2 mi

Wouldn't recommend this service to anyone! Our experience was very similar to Emily's experience…read more I'd say almost to the T with the exception of her assistant, Sally was great and is one of the reason my wife and son are alive today. My wife and I expressed concerns about her pelvis being too narrow but she brushed it off and we believed her. A mistake that nearly ended my new family. She would say that something was fine and then would say that the same thing was concerning. We chalked it up to her being a bit eccentric. On top of that, we only got reimbursed a little over $100 from insurance and we had Anthem PPO at the time. Not necessarily her fault but it added to the negative experience and expenses. My wife's labor ended up being 24hrs at home and 36hrs total which ended in a C-Section. She was little to no help and it was Sally that recommended we go to the hospital. Plug-in for Rancho Springs, amazing hospital and staff. It's not what we wanted but definitely what we needed and more. We didn't want a hospital birth but they have the best ward bar none. Only hospital me and my wife would go to for this. From our conversations with other people that used her in the past, I think she was once a great midwife but from our experience, I would highly discourage anyone from using her services. If you use her, you'll be playing roulette with you and your child's life.

Would not recommend Our son was born early September 2024…read moreand Anne was our midwife for the pregnancy. During our meetings we were constantly recommended to seek outside opinions from my OBGYN and medical facilities, causing us to spend thousands more during my pregnancy and birth on top of her fee for services ($6000). During my birth Anne and her assistants made the environment stressful when I expressed for my birth to be peaceful to my liking. Upon Anne's arrival she said that I was fully dilated at 6am. At 3pm Anne had checked me and told me that she had still felt some of my cervix (I WAS NOT FULLY DILATED). She had complained earlier in the day that her fingers were too short to check properly, so I'm not sure how she has been a midwife and her fingers be too short to check her clients. I was instructed to push while not being fully dilated. Anne appeared impatient and she didn't seem to know what to do to help me progress. After an hour and a half of pushing she recommended transfer to the hospital. Upon arrival at the hospital I was checked and was dilated to AN EIGHT. The hospital determined that my baby was too large to have naturally. During my pregnancy we brought up the size of my baby and Anne would discredit all the ultrasounds and weight estimates that we were given. I had my baby via c-section and was born at 11 pounds 1 ounce, he would never have been born safely naturally. After my hospital stay we returned home to a birth pool fully inflated and still containing the water from my labor, this was after I was told that everything would be cleaned up before our return. A warning to all, a contract is presented and must be signed that states once Anne shows up to your birth/labor there are NO REFUNDS of any sort. Ultimately I would not recommend Anne's services as a midwife. If you are looking for a midwife to trust as your expert and for a safe, comfortable birth, look elsewhere.