I highly recommend working with Janet. What a deeply moving experience…read more Janet's inquisitive approach, her compassion, patience and gentleness brought me closer to myself, helped me understand my triggers, and bring compassion to challenging internal dynamics. Through deeper self-understanding I am able to connect more meaningfully and authentically with my child. Working with Janet requires bravery to face internal harms and limiting beliefs. Together, we forged new and empowering approaches to being a parent and a human. With Janet, there is no quick-fix or parenting hack to make challenging problems go away, rather, there is transformation that takes place on a very deep level. Be ready! I am grateful for Janet's humor, groundedness, and for her ability to see and feel deeply alongside me as a thought partner.

It is really hard to put into words what this program has meant to me. I was such an overwhelmed…read moremom before this. I yelled a lot, but more than that I had lost my joy and I just felt like I was drowning in my life most of the time. Working with Janet this summer was like a warm hug. I had read all the parenting books you guys. I knew a lot of neuroscience and child development already. I had been trying as hard as I could to be a good mom for as long as I can remember. What I DIDN'T know was how to show myself compassion. What I didn't know was that I was never going to be able to do better until I felt better and my nervous system actually experienced safety on a regular basis. What I didn't know was how to care for myself like I was someone who mattered too. It took me a while to realize that these coaching sessions were actually Janet mothering me in such a beautiful and compassionate way. She was holding space for all the emotions and fears and hurt of my parenting journey without a shred of judgment. She helped me to believe that I make sense and that I'm already a good mom. She helped me to believe that my children are good too and that their most extreme struggles are simply part of their journey, not something to fear. She taught me to identify what my body was feeling and what I needed so that I could get to a place of safety and truly show up for my children with presence and empathy. It was such a journey with many ups and downs but I'm here to tell you that I'm building trust with my children every day now instead of tearing it down. I'm responding most of the time to my kids' tantrums & challenges in ways that I'm proud of. I truly didn't expect to get so much out of this parenting class and a few coaching sessions but it turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences of my life.

I love Happy Baby Social Nest! My baby had so much fun in the class, and it's such a good way for…read morehim to be around other babies. The activities are engaging for his age range, and keep him interested, and I feel like he's learning while we just play and hang out. It's also nice for me to meet other parents and not feel so alone in this stage. Super glad we found this place. The owners are amazing and gave my husband and I tips and advice.

My 2 year old really loved her first class, and we'll definitely be signing up for more. As an only…read morechild, it was a great way for her to get some play time with other kids. The planned activities today were safe, mindful and focused on play, exploring curiosities, and all around fun. One of the best classes we've attended!

As first-time parents, we had limited knowledge about what to expect as we prepared for childbirth…read moreand a baby. When we hired Kaitlin as our birth coach, we were so grateful to have someone as knowledgeable, encouraging, and patient as she is to support us as we embarked on this exciting yet terrifying adventure. Kaitlin listened to our concerns, shared resources and information - including giving us the name of the best Obgyn when we unexpectedly needed to move cities only a couple weeks before the birth and needed a new doctor - and gave us helpful guidance before and after the birth of our daughter. We are so grateful for her help and highly recommend Kaitlin and her services!

Kaitlin was a wonderful birth doula for us when I gave birth to my son at home almost three and a…read morehalf months ago. She helped my husband and I feel comfortable and confident going into the birth and super supported. Kaitlin and I hit it off immediately; she is warm, very knowledgeable, passionate, and intuitive. During labor, she was a calming, steady presence for both me and my husband. She tirelessly helped me cope and ride the waves of contractions, assuring me every step of the way. When I needed it, she suggested helpful ideas to both mentally and physically shift things, and I can still hear her smart words in my mind when I think about my birth. She was there when I searched for her eyes, and she answered even my most impossible questions during intense labor. She had my back and my heart every step of the way. As our son was born, she whispered beautiful words into the space, which still gives me chills to think about. In the days following, she was a great support, especially in helping my husband and I navigate early postpartum and in breastfeeding. She helped us so much in getting off on the right foot with breastfeeding. We felt cared for, supported, and in excellent hands. I definitely recommend Kaitlin as a doula, educator, and women's health advocate. Her knowledge runs deep, and her contribution to this field is already and will be vast.

This program is absolutely amazing. My son has been going to LadyBug Music since he was about six…read moremonths old, and absolutely loves the music, loves the teachers, enjoys how interactive it is with all the parents, enjoy spending time with the other kids that are older and younger. He even recognizes the music now! The welcome song is one of his favorites, and when I sing it at home, he taps along to it. This program is for everybody, not just music lovers, not just moms, and not just the babies... You are not stuck with the traditional nursery rhymes that can get a little tedious after a while (let's be honest). The music is actually really good, and super catchy! Fair warning, you will 100% have the songs stuck in your head. Luckily it's good! When we moved to Ventura County from LA, I wasn't sure how the transition would go with my almost one year-old. But knowing that there was a LadyBug Music program out here, made me feel so much better! We loved it in the valley, and out here it has made a little community for us as well. I look forward to going every single week. And I know my son gets really excited when we are walking in. It's like he already knows that he will get to play with Musical instruments, see and play with other kids, and even get some dancing in! We love this program so much. I could not recommend it more!

Entertaining, fun and great for development! My child has had a wonderful experience at Lady Bug…read moreMusic classes. We have taken three sessions starting at the age of 6 months till she is now almost three. Over that time my child has learned to clap with the music, shake the shakers, drum with sticks and dance to a rhythm and have an overall great time with music. Emily is a great teacher who interacts with each child, plays guitar an and sings. We go through about eight different songs per class and each song has an interactive element. I would highly recommend this class for young children. My child's love for music has blossomed because of this class.

I cannot say enough great things about CFI. My 13 year old son, G, has been determined to take…read moreflying lessons. I called around and stopped immediately after speaking to Mikey, the office manager at CFI. He was incredibly knowledgable and helpful. He walked us through the process, answering the many questions that I had. We immediately drove over to meet him. He had a flight instructor, Alan Deroo, ready for us when we arrived. Alan showed G the different aircrafts and spent time with him finding out about his interests and goals. Yesterday, was my son's first lesson and to say he is hooked is an understatement. Alan was great with G. He was extremely thorough from start to finish. We have already booked his next lesson with Alan and it can't come soon enough. Thank you CFI for making my son's dream come true!

An easy five stars; CFI is a world class organization from the top down. With the help of my…read moreincredible instructor Andy, the office manager Mikey and his team, and the maintenance team, I was able to achieve private, instrument, commercial, multi engine, CFI and CFI-I ratings within eighteen months. An extremely challenging 18 months but I couldn't have accomplished it without my instructor and the staff at CFI being advocates, pushing me along to achieve my goals in the safest, most cost effective and efficient way possible. If you're looking to achieve your aviation goals within a great airport training environment and at an exceptional school, without breaking the bank, please consider CFI. I've had nothing but a great experience with CFI during the entirety of my training; don't let the zero to hero schemes with the other guys fool you!

From the moment I met Mike, the incredibly knowledgeable and professional instructor, I knew we…read morewere in for something special. His expertise and calm demeanor set the perfect tone for what was to come. As we lifted off, my heart raced with excitement and a hint of nervousness. But soon, we were soaring about 500 feet above the ground, and my fear melted away. The sensation of being up in the sky, with the wind gently caressing my face, was nothing short of awe-inspiring. The true magic happened when we flew towards the ocean. The view was breathtaking, and the feeling of soaring and descending over the waves was truly exhilarating. I was able to feel the spray of the water and it was almost as if I could reach out & touch the water. I felt a rush of pure joy and freedom. Despite my fear of heights and aversion to roller coasters, I found myself completely at ease and thoroughly enjoying every second of the flight. It was an unexpected and delightful surprise that left me craving more. This ultralight flight was a 10 out of 10 experience, and I can't wait to do it again. Thank you, Mike, for an unforgettable adventure in the sky!

What an amazing day! Mike is true gentlemen and consummate professional; someone who is very…read moretrustworthy and knowledgeable and whom will make your day memorable. Do yourself a favor and don't go for the cheaper, shorter flights because unless you fly all the way to the ocean you won't get the full experience. For $150, you can't afford to miss the absolute best part of screaming across the ocean, pulling up and banking around for another run!! What a great day!!

I contacted Motherways for a Birth Story Medicine session after the homebirth of my first daughter…read more There was a small moment in my labor that I had spent 3 months postpartum obsessing over as a failure. In one hour, Virginia helped me transform it into a triumph. I now appreciate that I intuitively knew exactly what to do to birth my baby, including being open to help when the time called for it. Receiving love turned out to be an integral part of motherhood! I recently gave birth to our second daughter, and when we encountered a true obstetric emergency, my husband and I readily accepted the assistance we needed to birth her safely at home. Not only was I not traumatized by the situation, I feel completely empowered by her birth! Thank you, Virginia, for helping me to honor my inner love warrior! Ashley Guntkowski Mast, Nurse Midwife and Mother

Virginia was an intregal part of my childbirth preparation. My husband and I took so much from her…read moreBirthing From Within class. It helped us to really connect in a spiritual way before the baby came. I had no idea what having a baby would be like but I used many of the pain coping techniques she offered and I managed to make it thru 24 hours of back labor with no epidural! She went on to be an amazing contributor to my successful breastfeeding experience. I was so distraught in the first week because I was having so many issues with latch, confidence, timing, etc. Like most first times Moms- I was having a very difficult time nursing. She came to my house and helped me to understand the logistics of breastfeeding. After her visit my confidence soared, my heart was at ease, and I never had a problem with breastfeeding again! Never had to supplement another bottle! In fact, almost 2 years later I am still successfully nursing. Also, she knew that I was new to the area so she offered to hook me up with a like-minded Mama-to-be who she thought I would hit it off with. Well, sure enough, she's been a great friend of mine ever since and we love having playdates with our little ones! I feel forever grateful to Virginia and am so lucky to know her. She truly is an amazing woman, and I HIGHLY recommend any of the services she has to offer!

I am beyond thankful for my doula, Glyol. She began working with me when I was 6 months pregnant…read moreand guided both my husband and me through childbirth education: what to expect, how to prepare, and how to feel empowered in the process. At every visit, she included hypnotherapy sessions that I truly enjoyed and found deeply helpful in preparing for birth. She even created a personalized hypnotherapy playlist for me to listen to at night, which brought me comfort and relaxation throughout my pregnancy. Because of her guidance, I was able to connect with my son in utero in such a meaningful way. Glyol was by my side during labor and birth, and continued to support me after, especially with breastfeeding and postpartum needs. She also encapsulated my placenta, which has helped me tremendously during my postpartum recovery and healing. She has been attentive, kind, and so loving toward both me and my son. Her care, prayers, and presence have meant the world to me. I am beyond grateful for all that Glyol has done for my family. She is truly God-sent!

From a grateful husband -- Glyol's wisdom and guidance were such a gift for my wife and me. As…read morefirst time expecting parents, she made the months leading up to the birth feel calm, focused, optimistic....and did so with advice that we could actually put into practice. I'm so humbled by the positive impact she made on our experience from our first meeting through the safe delivery of our son. I think important to point out (as someone who was initially wary of anyone who felt too woo woo!) that Glyol's calm presence isn't some hand wavy thing...She's one of those rare people who have such detailed mastery of their craft that you feel safe, informed, and ready. As the partner this was super helpful to feel. She really listens, soaks up where the mother is at, where the partner is at, and then out of left field will say something that is just so so helpful and specific to that context. During the birth, she balanced supporting my wife, helping me support my wife, looking out for me too (making sure I hydrated and ate!), all of that also with trusting us and letting us drive our experience. I just can't recommend Glyol enough. I want everyone's birth experience to be as informed and supported by someone like her. And i can't wait for our little guy to know her as he grows. We love you Glyol! Thank you!