Nettle came to us from a trusted recommendation and we have already passed it along to everyone we…read moreknow starting their birthing journey. We are forever grateful for Jo and Jenna's thoughtful and enthusiastic care and support. Every visit, phone call, text, etc was always particular and intimate to our own story while being backed by informed, professional advice and conversation. From billing support to postpartum visits in their new gorgeous office, Nettle made this process easy in a medical landscape that can often be so opaque and overwhelming. As a sporadic doula, I'm lucky enough to have been present at several births and they offer a level of care that I didn't know existed. We were fortunate to have an incredible home birth in our barely one bedroom apartment and throughout felt supported but empowered, nurtured but independent. From the first meeting we knew it was the only way, and they were there for us every step. Both pre and post natal care (not to mention labor and birth support) were approached with attentiveness, warmth, and joyful tenderness. I've carried their philosophy with me into parenthood and find myself asking WW(Jo/Jenna)D for decisions beyond the health of our baby girl and myself. Their sage advice and general outlook on all things birthing and beyond offer a lovely bedrock for this new phase. Briefly, we cannot recommend them highly enough. We love you Jo and Jenna and the whole Nettle crew!

I couldn't possibly express how grateful I am to Jo and Jenna for their incredible care. I am now…read moresix months postpartum and continue to reflect daily on the fact that I feel so lucky to have had Nettle Wellness as my north star throughout my pregnancy and after. I had the home birth I was hoping for, and never for a second felt like I wasn't in the best hands possible. My experience with them was transformative. If you want to feel supported, heard, understood, if you want to ask questions without fear of feeling annoying, if you want your appointments to feel like the focus is 100% on you, this is the place to go.

My partner and I had the opportunity to have a one on one experience with Nurse Jackie. As first…read moretime parents you hope to leave any class feeling calmer, assured and a sense of confidence in yourself. This experience exceeded anything we could have hoped for. Nurse Jackie is so knowledgeable. She delivers all information to you in a down to earth way that detracts from the scary medical terms, she makes you laugh and creates a level of comfort that allows for you to ask any questions! It is a rarity to find a passionate person in their field accompanied by true professionalism and compassion. Nurse Jackie is a true gem!!!

I had to write this review after having another AMAZING follow-up with Nurse Jackie - her attitude…read moreand care for her clients cannot be beat and I wish I could give her a higher rating! Like you, I searched for an affordable birthing class that would cover everything I needed to know about pregnancy, labor, delivery, and post-partum care from A to Z. The Birthing Center's class was exactly what I needed as a first-time mom. If you're hesitant about signing up because of the distance, just know that the subway is a 5-minute walk from the front door and the classes are purposely kept to a smaller size - you won't find hands-on teaching like this in any of the larger hospital classes, trust me! From the moment the class starts, Nurse Jackie is teaching techniques, breathing positions, how to time contractions, and hospital vocabulary so you know how to advocate for yourself on the big day. Best of all, she'll continue to work with you through your pregnancy and she's also a lactation consultant. (Most hospitals will send one to your room, but you may need an additional follow-up). She's also fantastic with nervous husbands. I cannot thank her enough for answering my phone call when I was unexpectedly induced for labor and guiding me through what to expect, especially since I didn't have a doula. She is truly special and I will recommend her to everyone I know!

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We had an exceptional birth experience for our second child at Our Birthing Center. The design,…read moredécor, and amazing staff create a tranquil, secure environment. At our first visit, I knew I wanted my child to be born in this peaceful place - it had none of the sterile, mechanical & "busy" feeling of the hospital where our first child was born. The orientation class held by Beth Ann was very informative, and created a sense of familiarity, especially when we ended up having Beth Ann as our nurse. I was well into active labor when we arrived at the birth center, but as soon as I walked into the birthing suite, I felt a complete sense of security & confidence. We immediately got into the shower for hydrotherapy while Beth Ann prepared the bathtub. The room & bathroom were impeccably clean, and somehow everything we needed was concealed but close at hand - from a birthing ball to towels to a puke bag from the dresser drawer! The best part of the experience for us was the intimacy - my spouse, doula, nurse, and midwife were right there, focusing only on caring for me. There was no in & out of nurses, or additional personnel in the room. I felt completely safe and protected, even through the intensity of the delivery. My daughter was born in the birthing tub and I was the one to pull her out of the water and into my arms. Once she was born, everything was so relaxed and we could truly enjoy those first few moments. Beth Ann & our birthing team took such wonderful care of me after the birth, ensuring that my husband knew exactly how to care for me & my daughter at home. We left the birth center about 4 hrs after the birth and it was so comforting to sleep in our own bed that night! My recovery was much quicker than with my first birth, and I contribute that in part to the unmedicated, gentle waterbirth I was able to achieve at Our Birthing Center. Knowing now the extraordinary level of care, encouragement, and medical expertise available at the birthing center, I wouldn't give birth any other way!

I wish I never stepped foot into this practice. I chose them for my pregnancy care and it was a…read moreterrible decision. My first annual visit was so pleasant I was excited to receive care here but once I became pregnant the problems started to arise. I did not receive a pregnancy packet of information for a healthy pregnancy or the REQUIRED discussion with their nurse until my 20 week appointment. I was asked if my morning sickness continuing into 20 weeks was a "me problem" I did not receive information meant to be distributed at 28 weeks, until 32 weeks Their website was 10 years outdated and had incorrect information about birth practices at Phelps hospital, when I found this out I tried to contact them to get answers and was pacified being told they would "get to the bottom of this and make sure to get you answers" instead I was scheduled with a new midwife who when I asked about this, I was told she had no idea and didn't know any of the hospital practices. It then took additional weeks for them to not correct their website, but completely remove it. When I continued to bring up my concerns over lack of information on hospital policy I was told I should look into home birth options (it was too late in my pregnancy to find a home birth midwife who was accepting new clients with my due date). I never ended up meeting all the midwives before my delivery I went to the hospital for prodromal labour and was told I should stay since "they were going to induce me tomorrow anyway" but I was never informed of this previously. I opted to leave and was informed by a nurse I needed to sign an AMA that I was choosing to leave. I asked the midwife on call if this was true and she said she did not know the hospital policy. I was constantly being hounded to schedule an induction despite multiple refusals and a MFM doctor telling me my placenta looked healthy and he had no concerns about me waiting until 41+4 to induce. When I did go into labour (not induced) I was terrified to find out that the midwife who I felt completely uncomfortable with due to multiple negative appointments was on call. I told myself I just had to wait 12 hours and a new midwife would be on- nope! Kathy Herron was on call for 24 hours and made my labour so uncomfortable. She was rude, hostile and honestly traumatizing. She laughed at me while I tried to work through labour pain and was having a difficult time. She continually asked me to break my waters which I constantly refused then they "just broke in her hands". I fully believe she broke my water without my consent even though I made it clear that was NOT what I wanted. When it was time to push, I told her I needed a moment to prepare myself mentally and she said "most women would be happy right now". She wanted me to give birth how she wanted and when she wanted. I wish I could give my experience 0 stars and am genuinely afraid for other women to have this same experience.

I would highly Recommend based on my experience through my pregnancy, delivery and post partum…read more From the very beginning and at every appointment they took the time to answer questions, give guidance and leave time for discussion . I felt at ease and prepared for my delivery . This is my third baby. I've delivered with both an OB and another Midwife practice. This has been my best experience, not to mention my best recovery, definitely because of how my delivery went. It was not easy to find a midwife practice in westChester but I'm glad I landed here and found a practice that aligned with my vision. From wait time, insurance, prenatal and post natal visits, I could not ask for more.

Only wonderful compliments can be made about this office. All employees (front desk, nurses,…read morephysicians, check-out) are delightfully pleasant, and go above and beyond to provide a positive experience. Today I brought my elderly mother to see Dr. Mark Funt. I was shocked the office was able to accommodate an appointment, as we rang yesterday. The office is very focused on COVID prevention. One individual is allowed to accompany the patient. Upon arrival one calls to verify recent travel and possible symptoms. Signage abounds inside with reminders to mask up and remain six feet away from other patients. Temperature is taken before entering the hallway to patient rooms. My favorite part of the visit? I have a few. The office has a patient room with a patient table that is accessible. Low to the ground at wheelchair height. Easily adjusted later to a height that suits the doctor for examination. If there's a need, the nurses are extremely accommodating in assisting a transfer and removal of clothing. (We had the need and I am forever grateful to the nurse that assisted us. I was remiss in asking for her name tho. Wonderful woman with an excellent disposition.) Dr. Funt is a gem. Bringing an elderly person in for an urgent visit is stressful. Dr. Funt walked in and it was immediately evident that the visit would not be stressful. Listening skills: 10 Communication: 10 Dr. Funt took ample time to collect medical history, and was incredibly patient in responding to our questions. When the visit ended, Dr. Funt inquired if we wanted assistance dressing and returning Mom to her wheelchair. While checking out, the nurse appeared to confirm our preferred pharmacy. This is a fantastic gyno practice. Highly recommend.

I would avoid Stony Brook General Gynecology & Obstetrics - including the midwives at all costs -…read morelocated at 6 Technology Drive, Suite 200 East Setauket, New York 11733. They have been accepting payments and not reflecting it on my account. One staff tells me their online system is broken all the time. Another tells me this is my fault and I need to prove otherwise. I have the confirmation emails and of course I see it taken from my account. The individuals that work in the billing are nasty miserable individuals. I do like the midwives but i will NEVER step foot in this practice again. I have also now seen that I am not the only one, and many have had these issues as well as them double billing. This is only my most recent issue with them....they have billed me for visits due to inputting the wrong insurance information. Avoid at all costs!!!

Taking the Birth1st Hypnobirthing course with Elizabeth was one of the best decisions I made for my…read morebirth experience! I wanted a natural delivery, but as a first time mom, I was scared! Thanks to the breathing techniques, visualizations, and overall mindset preparation she taught, I was able to have an unmedicated 7-hour labor (most of it at home, arriving to the hospital almost 8cm dilated!!) with no tearing--delivering a healthy 7lb baby girl. Elizabeth's guidance gave me the confidence to trust my body and stay calm through every stage of labor. The tools I learned helped me through my surges, stay as relaxed as possible, and truly embrace the wonder and joy of the birth experience. I'm beyond grateful for this course and would highly recommend it to any expecting mama looking for an empowering, positive birth! Our bodies were made for birth and I am so proud of what I was able to accomplish with Elizabeth's help!

Elizabeth was such a God send for us. First, she is extremely knowledgeable and clearly has the…read morebackground and experience needed to be amazing at her job. Then of course is her heart. She truly cared so much about my husband and I and took the time to walk us through each and every step. We were so nervous being first time parents about the birthing experience and she truly not only prepared us but really put us at ease. When it came time for the actual day of the labor things did not go exactly as planned and Elizabeth was right there for it all! I cannot imagine going through that whole experience without her there. My husband feels the exact same way. She also was so great with the doctors and nurses. She never overstepped but kindly had my back throughout the process. I do believe that should she not have been there, the hospital staff would have pushed me to do things that I didn't want, like a C-section. It took far more time to do a natural birth but with her support I was able to have my daughter vaginally like I very much wanted. If you are considering hiring Elizabeth as your doula, I would definitely do it! She made our pregnancy and birth feel so much safer and she really took care of us every step of the way.

I switched to Gina's midwifery practice at 20 weeks after beginning my care with a traditional OB…read more My OB couldn't guarantee being present at my delivery -- something that felt too important to compromise on. Choosing Gina was, without question, the best decision my husband and I made during my pregnancy. From the very first visit, we felt the difference. Her appointments were 45 minutes long (which is rare), and each one felt personal, unhurried, and grounded in real care. Gina took the time to listen, explain, and support me through every step. One thing to expect from midwifery care -- especially with Gina -- is a deeply holistic and relationship-centered experience. It's not just about checkups; it's about being known, respected, and empowered. Throughout the birth process, Gina honored our choices and let us guide the experience -- but she also knew exactly when to step in and strongly recommend the next step when it mattered most. That level of wisdom and presence is rare, and I will always be grateful for it. When it came time for labor and delivery, Gina and the team she works with at Mount Sinai West were incredible. They were clearly in sync and had worked together closely for a while -- it showed in how seamlessly they communicated and how responsive they were to my needs. They struck the perfect balance: compassionate and calm, while also providing firm and necessary guidance when the moment called for it. If you're looking for a provider who will treat your birth as something sacred and personal, Gina is it. And if my husband and I decide to have another child, there's no question -- we'd go back to Gina in a heartbeat.

Working with Gina was the best choice we made in our pregnancy…read more From our 12 week appointment onward she provided a warm, personal touch from a kind and very skilled practitioner. Exactly what we were looking for. She practices out of a cozy office in park slope, which couldn't be further from a sterile, impersonal OBGYN exam room. Throughout the pregnancy Gina devoted lots of time at every appointment to answering our questions, not only about medical concerns, but also about how we were preparing emotionally for labor and postpartum with our new baby and our extended families. We always appreciated her wholistic approach and her measured, rational advice based on a solid medical understanding, her own personal experience and her appreciation for time-honored midwifery practices. This was our first birth and it ended up progressing much faster than any of us expected. We had a harried drive from Brooklyn to the hospital in Manhattan in active labor. Gina was ready and waiting for us when we got there, and we were immensely reassured seeing a familiar and calm face. During the birth, Gina was fantastic at communicating what was going on and keeping the environment calm and positive. We had complications that involved bring in an OBGYN, but Gina remained in charge which gave us confidence that we were getting the best care possible. In the days after the birth, she checked in with us every day and not only took care of our physical well-being, but also provided sage advice on how to take care of our new baby, which set us up for success in those intense first days. If we're pregnant in the future, Gina would be the first person we'd call so we could work with her again.

CPM is a beautiful practice! They are a group of highly experienced and SUPER smart midwives…read more I had all three of my children with Elaine and had a lovely experience through it all (from my first pre-conception planning meeting in 2018 to the birth of my third child in 2024). My first child was a c-section after a very long labor. After this, I was determined to have a VBAC (and did so with my next two kiddos). They were all so supportive of everything I wanted to do to help make this happen. Each birth experience was different but progressively easier and more peaceful. My favorite things: They are up to date on every single piece of relevant baby / mama research and any question you throw at them via text, email or in person always proves as such. They are warm and comforting - zero shaming or judgment of any sorts. No changing of gowns required -- just a cozy blanket over your lap. Each meeting (because it doesn't feel like a traditional "appointment") is initiated with a catch up on the coziest couch. Each summer there's a new baby picnic in Central Park. It's so nice to catch up under the sun and always so nice to hang out with the person who welcomed your baby into this world. They are all such genuine and caring people. Any mama would be so lucky to have such a wholesome and loving pregnancy + birthing experience.

I would love to write a lengthy detailed review including the thousands of reasons Central Park…read moreMidwifery was the best decision I made during my pregnancy but I have a baby and I don't have time so I'll get straight to the point! This was my first pregnancy and I was sort of clueless at the beginning and filled with anxiety about what to expect. Christina, Elaine, and Chloe supported me in a way I have never felt before in a medical setting. With these 3 incredible women I felt safe, I felt heard, and I felt loved. Before AND after birth they will be there for you every step of the way. I also must say the staff at mount sinai west was also incredible. Thank you Central Park midwifery, I am so beyond grateful for you.

Finding Journey to Birth during my second pregnancy was such an amazing blessing. The prenatal care…read morewas amazing! They really took the time to LISTEN to me and provided thoughtful suggestions and support that made all the difference. I just wish that all women could have this kind of care! The relationship that developed over the course of my pregnancy helped me to feel deeply cared for and truly safe. Giving birth to my son at home was an amazing experience and having Susan and Cathy there to help was perfect!

Absolutely incredible. This group of women is so well informed and comforting. There aren't words…read moreto describe the incredible experience they provided for us. I would use them and recommend them a million times. Also, they are right next door to blue big ice cream, which is very good(just make sure you don't book your appt for a Monday). Thank you leagues for everything that you've done for us and our growing family.