We decided to hire Mariam amidst the height of the COVID pandemic since we weren't getting the same…read morelevel of visits and interactive birthing information from our OB clinic like we got for our first son. Since there was potential for a VBAC I felt the need for some added support for the laboring process since I never labored with my first.  The main consideration, and one that Mariam stressed, was that she is there to support BOTH momma as well as partner through the whole process. She was available and supported me at all hours of the night during my bouts of prodromal labor weeks before my due date and she encouraged and advised me as the days passed beyond my due date.   When it was finally go time 1 week after DD, Mariam was at the hospital within minutes of our arrival at 3am and didn't leave our side until a few hours after baby finally arrived 15 hours later.... all throughout she helped coach me and my hubs through the labor pains and provided context when I needed it for further decision making (I ended up opting for epidural and had lots of questions about it)....  She stayed on top of moving me hourly when nurses or midwives weren't around and even followed up directly with the nurse when my BP dropped lower than normal.... I am so happy we decided to hire a doula and through the whole process I felt heard and supported.  She put me at ease and i honestly felt the whole process went much more smoothly in my mind because she was there as extra support.   A huge bonus is that she also helped to capture some beautiful candid moments right after the birth of our LO.  She of course asked if I wanted her to take photos when discussing birth preferences and she transferred the pictures securely... it was so great for me to be able to go back to these afterwards since most of it was such a blur!  Also, another thing worth mentioning that I appreciated is that she acknowledges that one's doula preference really depends on momma's own preferences and personality so she encouraged me to reach out and interview other doulas before making a decision. I appreciated this (similar to finding an amazing yoga or fitness instructor...the exercise is beneficial but sometimes you just need to make sure the person coaching you doesn't rub you the wrong way)... I highly recommend Mariam - she was helpful before, during and after birth and has a calming and friendly demeanor... When comparing some of the pricing for doulas around the Triangle, she was on the more reasonable end of the spectrum.  Every penny well spent....No regrets from this momma!!

I was so glad I to chose to work with Mariam and Designated Doula during my pregnancy and through…read morethe birth of my first child. As an expecting mother, although I read books, visited online forums, consulted with family and friends, and took classes with my partner, I was still nervous about labor and birth. Having Mariam by our sides before and during labor took so much of the worry and anxiety away. She was able to answer all the questions we had about labor, delivery and post partum with grace and compassion. When I thought I was going into labor, she was one of the first people I contacted and she was there as I needed her--I liked that she was as available as I needed but still gave my partner and I the space to make the experience our own. Having her with us at the hospital was monumental--she encouraged me to walk the ward to help progress labor, applied pressure/massage as contractions were happening, helped talk to the doctors as I was unable to due to pain. I loved knowing I had someone in the room that had helped others through birth before and could be my translator. When it came time to push, she was an amazing coach! Delivery was pretty much perfect and I owe a lot of it to Mariam--I'm fortunate she was there with me during the scariest and most joyful moment of my life. Again, one of her greatest gifts is the ability to "read the room"--to step in when you need her but also to give space to make the moment special for you and your partner. If you are contemplating hiring a doula, I highly recommend Mariam with Designated Doula.

Second time coming physically to Carolina Conceptions, but it will not be my last. All of the staff…read morefrom the front to the back are very nice and patient. They made me feel at ease with every step. This was the same with Dr. Park that I saw virtually twice for my consultation and follow up. Everyone wants to care and you can feel it. Minus one star for the blood pressure machine fiasco. I told one of the medical assistants to use a manual cuff as I always run high on the automatic cuff. And I was high and in some pain, so next time I will ask them to give me some time and take it manually. Also, I hope they upgrade their water fountain in the lobby--it kept spraying me in the face--smile.

After 11 separate visits to the clinic over a year, I NEVER met the practitioner who I had selected…read moreto be my doctor - and I drove 2+ hours to get to the clinic each time. I had a healthy, successful pregnancy from my very first IVF and 3 remaining genetically normal embryos remaining after I moved to the state. At my first implantation, the doctor asked about the gender (we had 2 males and 1 female remaining. We implanted the female). The doctor said "another girl? What are you going to tell your son one day?" Doctor, that's none of your business. That implantation ended in a miscarriage. For the next two [failed] implantations, my doctor added different medications saying "at this point, the studies are all voodoo, so why not try." She knows more than me so I trusted her, which I shouldn't have done. She tested my thyroid and gave me medication but never told me how important it is to take thyroid medication separate from other medicines. I realize she's not an endocrinologist, but if you prescribe it, you should give the warning. At one point I was taking over 11 pills and a shot. She also assumed that adding more estrogen was the answer and my levels were skyrocketing. Again, I'm not the doctor. As I said, both my implantations failed. I know that IVF is never a guarantee. And I don't completely fault the facility, however, in my journey to expand my family I feel like I wasted a year at Carolina Conceptions. New to the area, I thought it was my only option. It's not.

When I came to see Leanne, I was failing at managing head and neck pain. She has spent careful time…read moreworking with me to alleviate the pain, make changes in life, and put in place healthy patterns. She listens and puts her whole heart in to healing. My pain has reduced significantly! Thank you!

I've been seeing LeAnne since February 2023, and I seriously cannot recommend her enough for…read morepregnancy acupuncture support! My first pregnancy was rough--I had extreme morning sickness (hyperemesis gravidarum), developed gestational high blood pressure that turned into pre-eclampsia, and ended up having to be induced early. So when I got pregnant again, I knew I wanted to do something different. I started seeing LeAnne around 8 weeks, and wow--she completely transformed my experience. This time around, I still had some morning sickness, but nothing like the first pregnancy. She gave me tools, daily practices, and nutritional support that actually helped me manage it. Then, when my blood pressure started creeping up again, I saw her weekly for BP support, and my midwives and doctors were shocked that I was able to avoid blood pressure medication. At 37 weeks, I did labor prep acupuncture with her, and it made a huge difference. Even though I ultimately chose to be induced (because of my history and borderline protein levels), I went in already 4 cm dilated, 80% effaced, and barely needed any Pitocin. I checked in for my induction at 7 PM, started Pitocin at 10 PM, and had my baby at 6:45 AM--such a smooth and positive birth compared to my first. I'll definitely be seeing LeAnne again when we start trying for another baby. Her support throughout pregnancy was amazing, and I know she'll be just as incredible for fertility support and ongoing wellness. If you're pregnant (or trying to be) and dealing with morning sickness, high blood pressure, or just want to feel more supported throughout pregnancy, go see LeAnne. I seriously could not have done this without her. 10/10 recommend!

If you live in Cary Park, this OBGYN office is conveniently nestled in the neighborhood. Since…read moregetting pregnant, I come here frequently because it's close to home, very clean, and the staff (front desk, nurses, phlebotomists, midwives, nurse practitioners, and doctors) are so sweet and personable. I also love their health portal where I can communicate to my doctors if I'm having any trouble with suggested cold medication, or ask about certain products I'd like to use to see if they are okay for pregnancy. Sometimes I feel like I ask ridiculous questions on the portal and at appointments, and the healthcare providers never make me feel embarrassed or ashamed. Now it's true. If you are looking for education on oral or hormonal contraceptive methods, this office is not for you. But just because they don't promote this doesn't mean the office is hyper religious. I did go to one of the educational appointments on this. I attended an appointment in which you can prevent pregnancy by using something called "The Listening Method" which entails you to keep track of the consistency and color of your cervical mucus. By keeping track, they give you a chart that you have to mark. Based on the chart you can tell how fertile you are. I thought that this was a great idea for people who do not want to use hormones or other contraceptives such as a copper T intra uterine device (IUD). The listening method is great, however, I think this would be better utilized for busy people by turning this into an app. The front desk staff is also very helpful. My husband and I had a big gender reveal party, and they were very careful not to disclose the sex during our appointment. They were also kind enough to inform our baker of the baby's sex. My one start dock is for issues with appointment scheduling. I have made in person appointments, and then received notifications via email that they changed an appointment without my consent. Nonetheless taking more time out to have to call and reschedule again. I'm not sure i this is a system error.

I miss Dr. White. I moved back to VA in 2017 & recently came back to NC only to find out that she…read morewasn't there anymore. I've seen 2 other providers here. They were cool, but I just clicked more with Dr. White. The front office staff is nice. The office is clean. They just need to find something for kids to do that come in with their parents. Turn the tv on. Have some toys. Something!!! The last time I went there, there were kids running all around & I felt like I was in a daycare center. Oh, & the parking that day was HORRIBLE!! There was nowhere to park. I'm seriously thinking of finding a new GYN office at this point. It was nice while it lasted.

I dont even know how to begin to express how wonderful and how much of a God send this practice is…read more These women are incredible and it was a blessing having them at my birth and would be a blessing for anyone else that is considering using them. They are serious, gentle, caring ... go over and beyond for you. I have worked with midwives before and never have I seen the extent of care and detail as I did with special beginnings. They are one of a kind. Not only that they actually love LOVEEEE what they do and you can tell by their passion and care. It was an honor having them handle my birth and being able to walk through the birth process with them. They have so much knowledge in the industry and will sit down and talk to you about it unlike a doctor's office where they are just rushing to get you through for the next patient. Here they want to talk to you and educate you and give you all the information to help create the birth you want. This is a beautiful experience and I highly recommend any woman that is not high risk to take this route for care. Adiah and Krissy are angels and felt like a God send to me and I'm sure they have and will continue for others.

I have seen Lori for about 4 months and I have to say that I've had a great experience so far. The…read morefirst day she asked a lot of questions in order to understand my condition and be able to provide adequate recommendations. She is very knowledgeable and she seems to be asking all the right questions. She is very caring as well so she will look for solutions that will work for you. I came because i was having some stomach issues and I needed to lose some weight as well. Little by little my stomach has improved ( not perfect yet but feel much better ) and I've lost about 15 pounds since I started. I am very satisfied. Many dietitians will ask you to go vegan but not her .... Really glad about that . She has an office but she also offers sessions remotely which is what I am doing since it is more convenient for me . I will continue having follow up sessions with her.

I have been going to Dr. Motyka for over 10 years. I overheard some one talking about her and it…read moretook me a year to get an appointment. This is not uncommon in a big city, but for the triangle this is rare. Her office is comfortable and inviting. She is super knowledgeable and has spot on advice. I trust her. If you have lady parts and need a good GYN or you have lady parts problems and need a solid care plan, I highly recommend her.

I have been a patient of Dr. Motyka's for ten years. She is the most considerate, compassionate…read moreand knowledgeable gynecologist, I have had the pleasure of knowing. Her staff are also very courteous and responsive to messages in all forms; phone, portal, email, written. Referrals are often made the same day, with the referred agency contacting me the following business day.

Dr. Chetwynd completely saved our breastfeeding journey. I took a breastfeeding class before my son…read morewas born but was not expecting all of the challenges that made breastfeeding difficult for us. He wouldn't latch and when he did it was incredibly painful. I spent 12 hours with other lactation consultants, I joined a breastfeeding support group, I read everything I could get my hands on about breastfeeding and nothing helped. The pain became so bad that I switched to exclusive pumping instead. Then I found Dr. Chetwynd when my son was around 12 weeks, I sent her an email asking if it was too late for us and explaining all of the the health and latching issues we had struggled with. Within 5 sessions, we were completely off bottles and breastfeeding without pain. I am soo incredibly grateful for her and only wish we had found her sooner in our journey!

Dr. Chetwynd is one of the most highly recommended experts in her field offering a level of…read moreunderstanding surpassing that of an average lactation specialist. Not only does she offer a wealth of knowledge and wisdom that has helped me tremendously through my breastfeeding journey but she has also been an advocate for breastfeeding during a difficult legal situation. Her support, her empathy and attentive care has been a godsend during one of the most trying times of my life. I am certain that whoever is reading this review and contemplating seeing her for anything regarding or relating to breastfeeding will not be disappointed and will in fact be blown away by her care.