The Family Room offers such a welcoming and knowledgeable gathering space for families to create…read morecommunity while navigating the perinatal time and beyond. I'm a Fertility Awareness Educator in the community and have hosted talks and workshops in their group space, and it's been perfect for my needs. The space is comfortable, thoughtfully decorated, and offers all the necessities for my presentations including a projector and large viewing screen as well as ample seating space. The practitioners behind The Family Room are incredibly generous with their time, offering support in marketing efforts and engaging with fellow practitioners using the space. I would highly recommend considering The Family Room for your next workshop, support group, or other meeting space needs.

From the owner: The Family Room on Solano is a new gathering space and a classroom passionately dedicated to…read morenurturing families from preconception to birth and beyond. We offer groups and classes like prenatal yoga, new parents groups, a fertility support group, childbirth education, music for kids and much more!

I've been practicing yoga with Rosy Moon pretty regularly over the past year. Prior to that I…read morespent 13 years exploring different teachers and styles. Living in The Bay Area and at a yoga retreat center in Hawaii has exposed me to a wide range of celebrated instructors. But studying with Rosy has been one of the pivotal experiences in my life. When I joined an intensive series in which she teaches Primal Core yoga, I was healing from a major back injury and surgery. It was almost like starting yoga from scratch to practice post surgery. Rosy always approached me with care and helped modify poses to make them appropriate for me. I was inspired to explore the boundaries of my body within the safe container of her class. After a couple months I found myself able to get into a full wheel pose! A full back bend was impossible at the beginning of the series. Rosy's compassionate but firm teaching style is a wonderful way to challenge yourself from a place of love in order to find your true strength. Approaching the body as Rosy instructs facilitated major healing in my body, my heart and my mind. Warning! Beware of the Transformational Power Breath if you want to stay in the same ruts you have been in. If you are ready to bring about positive changes in your life, come take class with Rosy. You will sweat, breath deeply, stretch, strengthen, laugh, meditate, release and maybe even shed a tear.

Wow. This woman is a wizard. I hadn't done yoga in *years,* but a friend recommended that I try a…read moreone-on-one session with Rosy to help with some of my foot and knee problems. Because I am pretty picky, I wasn't sure I'd be into it, but 6 years of knee pain made me willing to try. Rosy taught me some ways to work with the alignment of my feet, knees and hips that I'd never seen before, even after working with 3 different physical therapists in the past. At one point, my knee started hurting, and she was able to simply and quickly move my leg around and get my joints back in sync. Rosy's style is so warm, compassionate and accepting, I felt really good in her presence and inspired to get stronger. Now I am back on track with exercise and credit this change in large part to Rosy. If only I could get myself to wake up early, I would try her boot camp for sure!

We had the best experience with Maureen, one of the many talented doulas at Brilliant Births. We…read moreopted for a private Laboring together class, and it exceeded every expectation. Maureen guided us with so much knowledge, warmth and patience. She gave us practical tools, hands on techniques, and the confidence we needed as we prepare for our baby. We both walked out feeling way more prepared. If you're looking for someone who empowers, educates and genuinely cares, Maureen is incredible. We're so grateful!

My partner and I recently completed the Hypnobirthing three week course at Brilliant Births. We had…read morean absolutely incredible experience, for many reasons--The information we learned was invaluable, but also the instructors' teaching styles and depth of personal experience they offered was appreciated, comforting, and helpful. They clearly have a deep well of wisdom and experience-based expertise to share. We started our class with Keira and absolutely loved her--originally we were a bit bummed to know we would have a different instructor for our last day of the course. However, it turned out that Heidi was equitably wonderful and all things lovely-- instead of only one great instructor and guide, we ended up with two...which leads me to believe you'll be in skilled hands with anyone you interact with at BB. We will definitely be returning to take advantage of their other offerings!

I've had tough lower back problems for quite some time. Starting weekly sessions with June (plus…read morethe homework she gave me) has really helped me. I recommend her without reservation. Walker Lundy

I took Pilates at June Kamerling's studio for about three years and only stopped because of the…read morepandemic. It was probably the best form of exercise and core strengthening which I needed desperately that I have ever done. The teaching was excellent, patient and customized. I highly rate this studio. Diane Reed

Ivy has given me really, really good advice based on her many years of experience treating women…read more The space was extremely clean and warm, inviting, serene, all at the same time. My body started to relax immediately when she started treating me with acupuncture, and I was in a blissful daze for hours after!!! Booking my appointment online was a breeze as well. I plan to incorporate her tips and see where it goes. It feels great to feel seen by someone with such specialized knowledge. It's not just the high quality of the acupuncture itself but the mindset she's putting me in, with practical advices (food, types of movement, even how to frame the whole health thing for me...), that make it worth the trip for me. Can't wait to go back again!

I've been going to Luminae to see Ivy for acupuncture therapy with both my pregnancies and really…read moreloved the calm and clear energy of the space she provides. I went again recently after the birth of my daughter to invest in a little self care with a womb massage from Bianca and it was amazing! Bianca took the time to hear my concerns beforehand and evaluate the current state of my body. The womb massage felt so nurturing and relaxing - so much so that I woke myself from my own snoring! I told Bianca that that rarely happens and speaks to the power of her healing hands which just melted away tension and gave my body the attention it needed postpartum. I highly recommend Luminae and the awesome team of strong, nurturing, and empowering team of women that provide such thoughtful care. I'm looking forward to booking a deep tissue massage next!

This review is for Daniella's prenatal yoga class at Symmetry Yoga in Alameda. I cannot recommend…read morethis class enough. I went to several different prenatal classes through ClassPass during my pregnancy and Daniella's class was the best by miles! She has such a wise and nurturing spirit which fostered a real feeling of community and safe space in the class. She provided lots of useful tips for preparing for the birth and strategies for laboring which I definitely drew upon when I was in the thick of it. Thanks so much, Daniella! If you ever start a post-natal or mom and baby class, I'd be there in a heartbeat!

Daniella was absolutely wonderful - the perfect support, friend and advisor through our birth…read morejourney. We had so many questions in the beginning, and were skeptical of some of the guidance we were getting from the medical establishment. We actually interviewed several doulas, but Daniella was hands down the one for us. She was able to answer all my "sciency" questions confidently and with plenty of supporting evidence; and at the same time she was also able to hold beautiful compassionate space for me to embrace my emotional vulnerability as I walked into all the unknowns of new motherhood. She helped my husband feel incredibly supported, understood, welcome and empowered as an equal partner. From each thoughtful consultation session, to a most beautiful mother's blessing, to her strong and grounding presence at the birth, to a special closing ceremony that honored the tender and challenging journey just completed, I just couldn't imagine a better companion for my husband and I through our birth experience. We will be forever grateful, and Daniella will continue to be a cherished friend as our baby daughter grows up.

I love this yoga studio. I have been attending classes on and off over the last 4 years. I recently…read morestarted going back and they moved around the corner to an even better space! The maternity class with Martina is incredible. And all the classes I have ever taken here are wonderful. They even provide yoga mats for those of us whose family have taken them or who don't have them anymore!

In looking for a local yoga studio that has a variety of levels for classes, that are IN PERSON vs…read morevirtual, I found Gaia. I have only taken a few classes from them so far, but I like the bright and cheery lobby and the clean and spacious studio spaces (one up friendly stairs that are not too steep). I have enjoyed the Restorative Yoga and the Gentle Yoga classes, and leave feeling like I have had a massage! The teachers I have met have been very welcoming and kind, and passionate about supporting their students' yoga journey. If you are looking for a place to start your yoga practice or nurture your cranky body or even expand your skills - this is the place! Namaste!

I realize I never left a review for Leonora. Not trying to gate keep her. She's amazing. I first…read moremet Leonora in 2021 when I was looking for a doula for my 1st pregnancy. She was amazing so much that I got pregnant a second time just so she can be my doula again. Just kidding when we found out we were pregnant with our 2nd baby we just knew we needed her. Postpartum care with my firstborn after my c-section made all the difference. She has such a calm to her when she came over to talk and help us through the 4th trimester. I loved doing bodywork with her during our home visits. Fast forward to my second birth she was instrumental to helping us through the delivery and getting us to the hospital. I can't say enough good things about her. Love her prenatal and postnatal yoga classes. Love her as my doula.

Leonora has provided the most thorough and detailed care for me and my family as a birth and…read morepostpartum doula. I was pregnant with my first child at 16 years old in 2023 and I worried about finding the right doula that wouldn't pass any judgment on me and also be able to help me navigate my way through any hospital staff treating me differently because of my age. Leonora was so great from the start and she was eager to start doula services with me. From the moment we began our sessions she provided me with a loving and calm space for me to prepare my body for childbirth and postpartum, she has such a beautiful and calming energy you can't help but just feel grounded and at peace with her around. Not once did I feel like I was being treated differently because of my situation. She offered me many resources and teaching guides on pregnancy to learn about my bodily functions and how pregnancy all works, which ultimately left me very prepared for what was to come. She helped me form the perfect birth plan for me that included all of my wants for my hospital birth. The actual birth was so amazing, I was blessed to have a room full of women including Leonora supporting me through it and it was an experience I'll never forget. I can't begin to thank Leonora enough for providing me such loving and supportive care. When I had my second baby she offered me pro bono services as I had a much more tight budget and finances were very different than when I had my first child. Again the care was so wonderful and the birth was even better than the first! Can't imagine not having Leonora in our lives now and we will forever go to her when we are seeking birth support. P.S. She takes some pretty rad photos during birth if you ask her to!!

Working with Claudia for the birth of our 2nd child helped us heal from a traumatic first birth…read moreexperience. We went to the hospital feeling more prepared and we were able to work together and have a great birth experience. We will share that forever. Thank you, Claudia!

I highly recommend Claudia floral McCaffrey for Past life and inner child regression therapy…read more During the sessions Claudia was sensitive, courteous and empathetic which not only helped me overcome my challenges but also helped me move forward from the past trauma. This has been the best experience, one usually wouldn't open up easily however her professional approach made me comfortable and I trust her and her techniques completely. If I ever need again, I know I am always going back to Claudia. Can't recommend enough!

I'm sharing this because I wish I found someone like Casey sooner…read more I've had two sessions so far, and both were deeply personalized and exactly what I needed. In the first session, we revisited childhood memories and worked on rewriting the emotional experience I carried as a child, especially not being able to understand why my parents were busy and working (even though they were doing their best with what they knew). We ended with a chakra rebalancing meditation that helped my nervous system settle in a way I didn't expect. The second session focused on my recent grief and the patterns it has been triggering in my relationships. Casey guided me through an imagery meditation where I practiced giving myself the love, safety, and security I've been trying to find externally, and leaving the pain in the past where it belongs. It felt like emotional closure, but also like learning a new way to care for myself. Casey truly feels like a walking hug. She's present, loving, grounded, and radiant. I felt held the entire time, and I left feeling more supported than I've ever felt in a romantic relationship. The biggest gift is that she's helping me learn to provide that same compassion and safety to myself, and heal my codependency from the inside out. She has been one of the most profound people the universe has placed on my healing path. If you're considering working with her, I can't recommend her enough

My daughter and I attended our first mommy and me yoga experience yesterday evening at Rarity…read moreRituals, and it was truly such a beautiful experience. We've never officially practiced yoga before, so we had no idea what we were doing but Casey was extremely patient, kind, and helpful, guiding us and assisting whenever we needed it. I loved how intimate the class felt. At times, we don't enjoy being around large groups, so the smaller, more personal setting made us feel at ease (and honestly, so much more present ). Casey's studio is incredibly comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, which created a calming and welcoming environment from the moment we walked in. I truly appreciated how kind and warm both Casey and her daughter were toward us. Their energy made us feel safe, welcomed, and comfortable to just be ourselves. The moment we got back into the car, my daughter kept asking if we were going to do this again and that alone says everything. This was such a special bonding experience for us, and we're so grateful to have shared our first yoga class here. We look forward to another class soon. Thank you so much !