I wish I could give 100 stars. This place is INCREDIBLE. My husband is between jobs and I'm self…read moreemployed with insurance that doesn't cover pregnancy. I was so lost when it came to finding a provider and am sooo glad I found this place. Every single staff member is kind and welcoming, the space is really beautiful, and it's so affordable which is a huge blessing to us in this season. They even got me in last minute when I was worried about a weird symptom and couldn't have been more kind and understanding. They really take their time with you as well. It's been such a joy filled experience. If you're pregnant and feeling unsure, nervous about finances, who to go to, etc... can't recommend them enough. And all the negative reviews are ridiculous. Obviously this is a faith based organization.

Amazing staff, especially the ultrasound tech (wish I knew her name!) communication is great, they…read morealways answer their phone and front desk is efficient.

Wow, I feel like it's necessary to circle back around and post a follow up to my original review…read more The last few weeks of my pregnancy from 29-34 weeks were the toughest, but through it all, I felt like the staff at Valley kept me informed and cared for every step of the way. During my last few weeks, I was in the Valley office 2x a week, seeing Sue Ellen, Dr. Kuhlman or Mary Beth. Sue Ellen was fantastic and a huge help in my Gestational Diabetes management. She was honest, supportive and the exact type of compassionate person I needed during that time. And Mary Beth's Ultrasounds are what showed us that my son wasn't growing on track, which prompted Dr. Kuhlman to have us admitted for Steroid shots at 33 weeks, to help boost my son's lung development. Even though what we were seeing on the US wasn't the best news, Mary Beth never lost her smile, and continued to be positive and comforting. After my appointment at 34 weeks, the decreased movement and minimal growth prompted Dr. Kuhlman to called ahead and had a room ready for us at the hospital, with plans to have my son delivered. He was born via C Section 36 hours later, due to the same irregular heartbeat and inconsistent movements that the ladies at Valley had been tracking. Their attention to detail is what gave my son the chance to do well, even being 6 weeks early. Each of the individuals in this office played such a huge role in my pregnancy, and I cannot even begin to thank them for all of the support, kind words and education they provided to me. At times things got a little rocky, but I was always confident and felt nothing but Love and support.

My doctor sent me to Valley Perinatal for my ultra sounds & labs & assured me they are a great…read moreplace. So far the office staff & technicians have been great. I read some of the other reviews & I have not had the same experience. I am called back within 10 minutes of arriving, the front office staff are friendly, and the technicians have been very knowledgeable & informative. I hope the rest of my visits to this facility continue to be excellent! It certainly makes for a positive first time pregnancy experience.

DO YOU WANT YOUR WIFE TO RESUSCITATE YOUR VERY OWN NEWBORN? Why did MY wife have to perform mouth…read moreto mouth on my dying and deteriorating newborn with medical professionals looking on ? What about your wife asking for EMS when a call should have happened 14 mins prior? Gas lit and told it was only a minute or two. Thank GOD for EMS records! TIME IS BRAIN. Emergence isn't qualified for EMERGENCY. My family travailed the tension of life and death in our story, and while satisfactory, and normal physiologic experiences are great, hearing how licensed medical professionals handle dire, forlorn clinical scenarios is of utmost importance in precisely displaying a facet of skill and level of care that literally cannot be displayed at any other time, other than conjuncture. Making my testimony especially meaningful. If you had no complications, you can't speak to the things I can, because quite frankly both my baby and wife faced life endangering encounters and the assumed ability to manage such was sorely lacking, from not 1 but 2 tenured midwives who attended my wife's delivery. You could statistically bank on the likelihood of a normal birth and be fine BUT when it's not fine, it is catastrophically and preventably not fine. Survival bias is real. CPM midwife Caitlyn has 13 violations with the state regarding this birth, and may have license revocation later this year. Look up AZ care check to follow objective details. CNM owner Nancy has an open investigation with her board as well. She has spoken publicly on other midwives "deficiencies" and failure to uphold scope and statutes - and ironically has violated the same statutes she condemned others for while functioning like she wasn't also accountable to Arizona rules and regulations. Do your wife and your baby a LIFE SAVING favor and get someone who knows how to use a FREAKING AMBU-BAG.

The midwives of emergence are unmatched. After an intervention filled hospital birth and a…read moretraumatic miscarriage with a birth center, I knew I wanted to birth this baby at home. Nancy and her team were absolutely wonderful from my first prenatal visit to my last postpartum visit. They were so generous with their time and expertise and we couldn't have felt more supported. Our birth was magical and even better than I could have ever imagined. Both baby and I were cared for so tenderly with so much love. I would shout it from the rooftops; emergence is the BEST home birth practice in Arizona hands down!

I have waited FAR TOO LONG to write this review, but I do tell ALLLLLLLL the moms about Nikki…read moreJohnson at Little Buns. What a seriously perfect, beautiful serene experience. First, I was EARLY into my pregnancy. As a four pregnancy, something felt different and I wanted to see my baby to be sure. Little Buns and Nikki is not a medical establishment and she is not a medical professional, but she is a sweet, good hearted woman and at 7 weeks when not even a OB would see me early, Little Buns did. The boutique is beautiful. With super cute and unique baby wear, the lobby and room had snacks and toys for my toddlers. There is a big beautiful screen right in front of the bed to see your tiny baby wiggle. And I will love forever that Nikki was the one who got to show us that what I thought felt off, was twins. We left with several photos and a video of the moment those TWO babies popped up on the screen. I Love that Little Buns plays such a pivotal moment in my life. Thank you so much Little Buns

Awesome communication and the ultrasound was so good!! I had the tech Yessica and she was fabulous…read more The boutique was so cute and they had tons of options. Couch space and room was so spacious and clean. If you want cute pictures of your baby in a cozy, comfortable environment, this is the place for you!

I've gone here many times as I've been doing many appointments here. It's easy to check my…read moreappointment, check in, and get in. The seats are nice and there are many to choose from. Kareem Banis is a great doctor who's very good at listening and very insightful. Always asking and prioritizing what you want. I've had at least 2 times my blood was taken here and it was easy, quick, and pain free. Everyone there is kind. They are very efficient as I got a therapist and psychologist in one appointment. It's super easy to get referrals here to where you need, especially if you take notes ahead of time.

My wife and I went to Adelante today and saw Michelle Hill. She was awesome and listened to our…read moreconcerns. She set up a good health plan for both of us going forward. We switched from different health group that rushed us through their process and did not listen to our needs or concerns. Michelle at Adelante sent in a dietician because my diabetes diagnosis from the previous health group. We both feel very comfortable with our treatment at Adelante

I cannot in good conscience recommend East Valley Midwifery…read more What should have been a supportive, safe experience turned into a deeply traumatic one due to the negligence and lack of compassion from this practice. Trust is the foundation of midwifery care, and East Valley Midwifery completely shattered mine. Throughout my care, there was a noticeable lack of communication, empathy, and attentiveness. My concerns were frequently dismissed, and I often felt unheard and invalidated. This wasn't just disappointing - it was harmful. The very people who should have provided reassurance and guidance during such a vulnerable time instead left me feeling isolated and anxious. But the most devastating part was how their negligence directly contributed to a traumatic birth experience - one that no family should have to endure. Their failure to provide proper care, coupled with their dismissive attitude, caused lasting emotional distress that I'm still working to heal from. No parent should have to experience what I did. When you choose a midwife, you're placing your trust in them to safeguard both you and your baby. Unfortunately, East Valley Midwifery has proven they cannot be trusted with that responsibility. I strongly recommend choosing a hospital for your birth, where you can receive the care of an experienced medical team, including doctors who are equipped to handle every aspect of your delivery with competence and compassion. Because of my experience with East Valley Midwifery, I would not recommend midwifery care at all - the risk simply isn't worth it. Please think twice before choosing this practice. Especially if you are a person of color, or in an interracial relationship. There are better, safer options out there - ones that will treat you with the respect, care, and professionalism you deserve during such an important time in your life.

I highly recommend Crystal and her team. Their love and attentiveness through the whole process was…read moreabsolutely fantastic! They answered every single question I had, and more by sharing their own experiences as well! It doesn't matter if you are a new or experienced mom they will accommodate for all of your needs and wants! They have plenty of recommendations for birthing, parenting and nursing classes. My home birth experience was nothing but perfect. My husband and I both were in the know of what was happening the entire time! Thank you East Valley Midwifery for the amazing experience and more!

I couldn't be happier that I chose Dr. Holmes and his amazing team! Here's just a FEW of the many…read morehighlights of my last year as a patient. *Dr. Holmes takes time to listen and collect all the information needed to help. *He always goes through all of your options in any scenario and carefully explains each one. I always felt like every decision made was my decision, with information and recommendations from Dr. Holmes. *He is very smart, and always makes sure to word things so they are easy to understand. *Dr. Holmes has an A+ team. I loved that he was the only doctor and felt like the entire team was truly invested in my care. Alejandra goes above and beyond to ensure you are comfortable, and happy. She even remembered my husband's name when he visited. The office runs smoothly due to her hard work and calm, friendly personality. Laura is helpful with setting appointments and always gets back to questions/voicemails quickly. Terri answered all of my insurance and finance questions even before my first prenatal appointment. This team will make you feel like part of a family. *General perks: office easy to get to, no long waits usually, right next to Banner Desert for delivery, available appointments without waiting months. Overall, couldn't be happier with this team's hard work and so very thankful for our new healthy baby. I would recommend to anyone and everyone.

I should start out by saying that I received good care from Dr. Holmes and his staff, and delivered…read morea healthy baby girl by C-section, which he skillfully performed. However, here are the things I wish I had known before I chose him as my provider: There were times during my labor and delivery that he didn't know who I was. He kept confusing me with other patients. This was entertaining in some instances and not in others - for example, when he confused me with someone else who under no circumstances wanted a C-section. My baby's heart was in distress, my own heart (with a documented and discussed history of arrhythmia) was tachycardic, my water had ruptured more than 30 hours before (a month prematurely), I was running a temperature, and I was only dilated to a 2, and yet *I* had to be the one to bring up the possibility of a C-section. He was shocked when I did, because he thought I was vehemently against surgical intervention. This, despite the fact that two days before at my 35 week appointment, we literally shook hands that he would lean toward C-section if things went south. Another instance of him not knowing who I was: my water broke at midnight, so I called the answering service. They took my name and gestational age, and within a minute I was speaking to the doctor who informed me to head to Banner Gateway. I saw him the next morning, where he looked at my chart and expressed surprise that I was only 35 weeks pregnant. This could have been dangerous if my baby had been any more premature than she was, as Banner Gateway isn't as well equipped to take care of premature babies as Banner Desert is. Even if the answering service failed to tell him my weeks of gestation, shouldn't he have asked? Or shouldn't he have remembered, considering I saw him 12 hours before that phone call, at my 35 week appointment? At first I thought it was neat that he spent so much time with his patients and that he does all the ultrasounds personally. But ultimately what that means is that he and his staff are over-extended, and you WILL wait at each appointment; possibly up to an hour. I couldn't figure out why he wouldn't just hire an ultrasound tech to re-distribute some of the work, because lord knows the man has plenty of demand. (I even had a hospital staff member say to me incredulously, "He sure delivers a lot of babies...") I assume he just doesn't want to pay another staff member, but the entire practice suffers as a result, and it doesn't look good for him. Tip: If you choose him as your provider, get into the habit of asking for the very first appointment of the morning. (And even then, you might have a wait, depending on how his early-morning rounds at the hospital go. But it's your best hope.) The ultrasound equipment is ancient; forget about seeing clear images of your baby. You'll be lucky if you can make out a spine or a head. My best friend was pregnant at the same time as me and the difference between our ultrasound photo keepsakes makes me sad. I had no concept of my daughter's face or profile before she was born. The office itself is very old and tired and decorated like an 80's Relief Society room. There's a Book of Mormon in the lobby. (I'm even Mormon but found that off-putting.) At my first appointment, they gave me a little trinket that I got the strong impression was intended to be distributed in the parking lots of Planned Parenthood clinics - a pin showing you the size of your baby's feet at 10 weeks, and I think there was a scripture? If I recall correctly? All of this to say, I did not get the impression that the doctor would be supportive of all of a woman's options and rights when it comes to pregnancy. At my six week follow up, he talked about prescribing me a birth control pill that could have caused my milk to dry up. Luckily I was informed enough to know that as a nursing mother I needed a pill without estrogen - but if I hadn't known that, it could have been disastrous to my milk supply. Also, as soon as I left my six week follow up, I realized he never cleared me for sex! I thought that was the whole point of the six week appointment!! It was never mentioned. I don't plan to have any more children, but if that changes, I won't be seeing Dr. Holmes again. He's a very nice man and his team is as wonderful as all the reviews say (Alejandra in particular is a true gem), but everything considered I cannot recommend the practice.

There are not enough words to express how much we appreciate the Tempe Birth Center and all the…read moreamazing and loving staff! Kate and Dr.Hanifah's extraordinarily loving, knowledgeable, and caring approach to care was evident from day one! They handled every appointment with individualized attention and utmost care as they always make you feel at home and part of their community! They made sure my husband and I felt like our journey was important, especially as first time parents, and they made sure to address our questions and needs, both in person and when we reached out. They were extremely thorough in every appointment and made sure to explain all the processes as well as give us plenty of time to ask any inquiries we had. Their students, Tia, Tara, and Mae were also incredibly helpful and attentive! Amber who lovingly welcomes all who enter this beautiful space is also very kind and sweet! We are very grateful and appreciative to have had the TBC team as part of our pregnancy journey and we definitely want to return if we plan on expanding our family!

From the moment I walked into Tempe Birth Center it felt like home. Kate, Hanifah and the rest of…read morethe Hummingbird Midwives gave me the most amazing, personal, and magical care. I ended up transferring to Tempe Birth during the middle of my pregnancy and I went from dreading appointments to being excited about them. The Hummingbird Midwives create such an amazing environment and it became a place where my two year old often requested we go to play with the toys and Amber in the front office. The standard of care at Tempe Birth Center is unmatched. My birth was incredibly peaceful and empowering I cannot recommend them enough.

A $250 fee should at least include physical assessment, lab studies, nutritional or other…read morerecommendations. Anything more than a really expensive and long lecture dotted with snarky remarks. Disappointing, recommendations fell very short.

Dr Swan is by far the best doctor I have ever worked with. She delivered my niece and my daughter…read more I recommend her to anybody and everybody I've known that is expecting. Hands down, she is the best.

We paid for the doula services up front in full, but did not receive several of the services…read moreoutlined in our contract. Julie or a back up doula did not come to the hospital at all during my labor or delivery. * I was in labor for 37 hours. * We informed Julie when my water broke and continued to provide multiple updates via text and phone call on my labor progress including notification when I was in active labor. * We did not receive the postpartum support outlined in the contract, including meals and initial breastfeeding support. The whole situation has caused me a lot of stress and I believe it has made my post-partum harder. After we requested a refund directly, her attorney contacted us with a letter containing private medical details, threatened a defamation claim, and requested that we sign agreements as part of a partial refund offer. We did not reach an agreement and are pursuing the refund through small claims court. This review is limited to our experience and the services we received under our contract.

I was unsure if a doula would be worth the investment at first but Jules's doula services turned…read moreout to be 110% worth it! From the education prenatal to her support during delivery, to the personalized care postpartum... she truly is a blessing and provided a great service! I also loved how well connected she is in the community and shared wonderful referrals for other relevant services. As first time parents, it also made for a phenomenal experience for my husband. If you're on the fence, I would highly recommend her!!!