"Katherine was a lifesaver as we entered into our postpartum world with our newborn and 2.5 year…read moreold son. On night one home from the hospital she offered her shoulder to cry on as we struggled immediately with our toddler throughout the entire night. From then on, she was just everything we needed to get into our groove. While mainly there to offer us as much sleep as possible, she did that and more. From organizing our kitchen workspace, preparing breakfast and coffees, lactation snacks, pill and water reminders, suggesting helpful tips on all things newborn, not to mention how wonderful she was with our toddler. The bond they built was so awesome to watch. We hated seeing her go (we held on to her for 10 weeks), and definitely consider her a part of our extended family. We will always look back on our time with her with such fondness! See you later, alligator!"

Katherine was a life saver during the first few months after our son's birth. Her kindness, sense…read moreof humor, and compassion-centered expertise helped us immensely during this precious but stressful time. Each week she met all three of us where we were at and tailored herideas to our child's development and our family's changing postpartum needs. With her help, we all got a little more rest and that helped us parent with a little less stress and a little more happiness. We looked forward to every night Katherine spent caring for our family, and can't thank her enough for your help at such a tender moment in our lives."

My daughter is 15 months old now (holy crap!) and I can't look at her without thinking lovingly of…read moreMonica & Jennifer! I switched from an OBGYN to LA Midwife Collective around 30 weeks pregnant with my daughter and it made all the difference in how I felt about my prenatal care, birth, and postpartum care. I felt cared for, listened to, and protected, which is almost the exact opposite of how I felt at the OBGYNs office. Each visit felt private, calm, and un-rushed (exactly like the birth of my baby!) and after every appointment, I was more and more convinced I was always meant to have my baby at home with M&J. Skipping all the fun stuff: Jennifer caught my baby in my own bed, and then Monica made me the best sandwich I've ever had in my life, and then I got to cuddle with my newborn at home. 10/10 would recommend. We love Monica and Jennifer so much. I won't go into gory detail about HOW much we love them but...I would have another baby just to hang out with Monica and Jennifer again.

Jennifer was a complete blessing for my hub's and my first baby--she went above and beyond to help…read moreus make the best decisions we could with all the information and research she shared with us. I really wanted a home birth, and I'm so thankful Jennifer helped make that happen. Postpartum care was unmatched in my opinion, that was really another huge highlight for us--so much more personal and helpful than our visits to the cold and sterile doctors office. Jennifer also helped me figure out which supplements and natural herbs/tinctures were safe for me during pregnancy in addition to postpartum. So thankful for her kind and skilled care!

It's hard to give words to the incredibly caring experience we had at the birth center. At each…read moreappointment I felt so cared for, known and never rushed. Sue's presence & availability even outside of appointments through text or calls was exceptional. I truly felt like she was always there if I needed her even if it was to answer a little question I had that came up during the week. During the labor & delivery process I had full trust in Sue and her decision-making. She consistently updated my family members who were waiting in another room, showing kindness and consideration for them as well as me. She knows her stuff and has amazing assessment & midwifery skills. I needed to be transferred to the hospital because of decelerations and Sue was there by our side for the hours and hours of labor. She has amazing rapport with the staff at VCMC. Her presence with us and the way she helped us understand & process the decisions we had to make in the hospital brought us peace & an acceptance of the process. For the 2 weeks postpartum until my follow-up appointment Sue checked in by text to let us know she was praying for us and asked how we were doing. We felt so loved and cared for by her thoughtfulness. I knew that I could reach out at anytime if anything came up. Much of the advice and encouragement she gave me along the way in pregnancy, labor and postpartum continues to come to mind in times of need and her words give me strength & perspective. At my follow-up appointment I really appreciated her un-rushed availability yet again to talk through the labor and any questions I had. She has become a friend through this process and we are so thankful for her and love her.

I could not say enough good things about the birthing center & Sue. I am a first time mom &…read moreinstantly my partner & I decided on Sue for our care. We toured the office and both decided before we even left we wanted Sue to be my midwife. I always felt so cared for each & every visit. I never felt like I was supposed to be doing better than I was, Sue always assured me I'm doing exactly what I need to be doing. Even when some issues arose as they do, Sue was always quick to handle things and again make me feel so cared for and that she was always on my team. My birth didn't even go remotely as planned as the baby had other ideas and once again Sue was there by my side. She was with me through my 17 hour labor, 5 hours of pushing and 2 hour c section. She was in the room when my son met his father for the first time and she was the second person to hold him - she sang him happy birthday . I would not have wanted anyone else to be my care provider, she spoke up to the staff at VCMC & constantly pushed for my birth plan even if at the end it didn't work out that way. But again Sue made me feel that all was ok and exactly how it needed to happen and that I did everything I could have. Sue we love you so much!

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.

Having my fourth baby with Robyn at Push has been the most incredibly and empowering experience of…read moremy life. The care throughout my pregnancy was unmatched because each appointment whether it was 30 minutes or over an hour was with Robyn! That means I really got to know her as a person, as a mom, and as a professional. I got to create a real relationship with the person who was going to help me deliver my baby. Robyn is so knowledgeable and has a way of making you feel good and confident in every decision you make. During my birth at home, she really let me guide and choose what I wanted every step of the way. It was so refreshing after three births in a hospital. She also had such a calming presence and during my really bad contractions would whisper affirmations and tell me to breathe my baby down. It was so helpful in those moments. My favorite part of using her is the access of care at all times. Whenever I had a question or concern I was able to text her and get help. Even after my son was born she is there for me. One month after birth I got a hemorrhoid and she squeezed me in to check me out immediately. Speaking with her is like therapy for me. Her passion for empowering women and choice is intoxicating. I honestly can't rave enough about the work she does and how good it felt to have someone like this supporting me for the past year.

If you are even the slightest bit open to a birthing center/home birth please do research and…read moreconsider this option. I watched "the business of giving birth" (2008 documentary) a decade ago and this was the start of potentially being open to this option (midwife/birth center/home birth). (Highly recommend this documentary, wish there were more!!!) Robyn is phenomenal. She is an expert. She knows what she's doing and is an excellent midwife and human. What a blessing My experience was her being extremely responsive and supportive. Ask ALL the questions!!! Sometimes we don't know what all to ask which is okay too, she informs you on so much. Especially home aftercare. Regardless of what decision one makes on giving birth it's a magical and empowering one. Sending health and happiness to all mothers and expecting mothers. If anyone has questions I'd love to be an advocate for this hospital alternative so please send a message.

I don't even know where to begin!! Amanda our doula was an absolute godsend. From the moment we…read moreconnected over a quick phone call she brought an incredible sense of calm, confidence, and compassion to our journey. She supported me (and my partner!) through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with so much patience and grace. During labor amanda was the best dula bff , she was my rock. Her quick response to text and phone calls made me feel safe, empowered, and genuinely cared for. She anticipated my needs before I could say a word, offered comfort and encouragement at just the right times, and helped me and my partner advocate for myself in a way I didn't know I could. She also supported my partner beautifully--never overstepping, just enhancing everything we hoped for as a birth team. Amanda will forever be a part of our little family. Even after the birth, she checked in, offered guidance, and reminded me to be gentle with myself as I adjusted to new motherhood. I can't imagine going through this experience without her by our side. If you're on the fence about hiring a doula, this is your sign. Amanda made all the difference, and I am forever grateful.

I first contacted Amanda at the end of my first trimester, and she was so communicative throughout…read moremy whole pregnancy, always available by text or phone. She met with me and my husband twice during pregnancy to prep us for birth, labor, and postpartum, and she respected all my desires for birth and answered all of my husband's never ending questions. She provided us with lots of educational material and fun extras, like a laminated birth bag list and books about natural birthing techniques. My pregnancy progressed pretty smoothly until the third trimester, when I developed gestational hypertension and gestational diabetes. Amanda supported me through my emotions during this time and assured me that I was doing a good job and that we'd still do our best to achieve the birth I wanted. Well, that birth did NOT happen. I developed preeclampsia and ended up with an emergency induction, pitocin, epidural, and pretty much every other intervention. However, it was still an INCREDIBLE experience and I was still able to deliver my daughter vaginally. At the beginning of labor, Amanda came and set up the room with an essential oils diffuser, battery operated candles, sound machine, etc, and the vibes were PERFECT. I don't think we even turned on an overhead light until it was time to push. My husband and I chilled together listening to music and singing all day and felt like we were in our own dark cocoon as I progressed throughout the night. I had read books Amanda had lent me and was informed and prepared for how I would handle contractions. I labored for 24 hours before getting the epidural, including working through pitocin contractions by using techniques we'd talked about, and only got it because my BP was spiking - pain-wise, I never felt overwhelmed. I felt confident and empowered despite everything that was going on. The moment our daughter was born was unforgettable, and we are so grateful Amanda took so many pictures and videos of us! We were able to experience everything so vividly and then still look back later and have sweet pictures of our little family. After the birth, Amanda came for a postpartum visit and brought me so many fun treats. We got to discuss the birth and my feelings about it. I definitely think having Amanda on my team added a LOT of confidence to my birth journey. She was an amazing part of our birth team and I would definitely recommend her. She provides a ton of information and education and is there to support you every step of the way!

I'm not sure I have the words to fully describe how incredible Mary is. After our daughter was…read moreborn, my husband said that the three birth essentials are diapers, wipes, and Mary--and I couldn't agree more. Mary's prenatal yoga classes are incredibly calming and create such a beautiful sense of community. You meet wonderful moms and moms-to-be, and Mary has a gift for transporting you into a place of peace and relaxation during a time that can feel overwhelming and uncertain. Her prenatal doula appointments are never rushed and provide invaluable education, guidance, and preparation for birth. Throughout my pregnancy, I was able to text Mary with questions, concerns, and fears, and her insight and support were always incredibly valuable. When it came time to give birth, Mary was truly indispensable. She started as a calming presence during contractions, helping distract me from the intensity, keeping me focused, and providing constant encouragement. During pushing, she guided me through different positions and became my biggest cheerleader. After 4 1/2 hours of pushing, I had reached a point where I felt completely defeated and ready to give up. Mary never let me lose faith in myself and helped me find the strength to keep going. I truly believe that without her support, my birth experience would have looked very different and likely involved more interventions. Her care didn't stop after delivery. During postpartum visits, she arrived with delicious homemade goodies, checked in on my recovery, and continued to provide reassurance and guidance when I needed it most. Mary is a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and support during one of the most transformative, vulnerable, and sometimes scary experiences of your life. Having her by my side was one of the best decisions we made, and I genuinely cannot imagine going through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum without her.

I cannot recommend Mary Skinner enough. She is not just a doula--she is an angel sent from heaven…read moreto make your labor and delivery experience as smooth, supported, and empowering as possible. From the moment we connected, Mary's depth of knowledge, warmth, and intuition put me at ease. She met with my partner and me before delivery, spending hours walking us through what to expect, how to prepare my body, and how my partner could actively support my experience. No question was too small, and she answered my endless stream of inquiries with patience, wisdom, and zero judgment. When it came time to labor, Mary was by my side every step of the way. Even though my birth was not what we planned, Mary advocated for me and created a calm and sacred space with soothing massages, body oils, and sound bowls. When I think back to my labor and birth story, I literally see her face... she practically labored WITH me through her hands on support, coaching, encouragement, guidance, and unwavering empowerment. It carried me through. And her care didn't stop there. Postpartum, Mary showed up at my home with a bundle of thoughtful recovery goodies. She not only provided a healing full-body massage and prepared a soothing sitz bath, but she also cleaned my (very messy) postpartum bathroom--without hesitation or judgment. Her level of care, both physically and emotionally, is unparalleled. Mary was truly a godsend during my first pregnancy, and I will undoubtedly hire her again for every one of my future births! If you're considering working with her, don't walk--RUN to book her. She is simply the best of the best.

We loved working with Meaghan as our midwife for our first pregnancy/birth. From our early prenatal…read morevisits to the postpartum period, Meaghan was always highly responsive via text and phone whenever we needed her and served as a steady guide. Her office is a peaceful environment, and she brings a profound, grounding trust to the birth process. She holds deep wisdom in nutrition, emotional care, herbalism, and traditional practices for birth and postpartum care, while also bringing a wonderful sense of humor to her work. When it was time for delivery, Meaghan arrived early and was an incredible coach, helping us achieve a beautiful, complication-free home birth. Meaghan was patient and truly cared for us as a couple and for our new son. She was a sweet, loving presence throughout our experience and we will genuinely miss working with her now that we are past this threshold.

After a negative and somewhat traumatic birth experience with an OBGYN during the birth of my first…read morechild, working with Meaghan under the midwifery model of care was truly a breath of fresh air. From pregnancy through labor, delivery, and postpartum, the entire experience was filled with so much love, respect, and compassion. Meaghan is a genuinely beautiful human--inside and out--who makes you feel deeply heard, held, and seen. Her extensive knowledge and experience immediately put me at ease and reassured me that I was in the very best hands. She has a profound understanding of and reverence for physiologic birth, as well as a deep respect for the innate strength and power we hold as women to bring our babies into the world. Even my husband, who initially had doubts and fears about doing a home birth, made a complete 180 after our first meeting with Meaghan. Throughout my entire pregnancy, her level of expertise, confidence, and experience gave him the reassurance he needed and allowed him to feel fully confident and supportive of our choice. Where my previous OB created fear and doubt around birth, Meaghan did the opposite--she instilled confidence and empowered me in a way that helped me realize I had that strength within me all along. Under her care, I experienced the beautiful home birth I had always dreamed of, and I am endlessly grateful for her unwavering love and support throughout the entire journey. My hope is that every pregnant woman gets to feel as loved, supported, and empowered as I did. Thank you, Meaghan--our entire family adores you, and you will always hold a very special place in our hearts.