We had the care of Geneva Woods midwives assisting in the birth of our first child as we…read moretransferred to an in-hospital birth. Though our birth plan ended far unlike any way we planned it, I cannot imagine going through that process without the help of this phenomenal team. They have a knowledge, passion, and respect for empowering and healthy community birth that is unparalleled. It meant so much to have their advocacy by my side each step of the way during times I felt I was at my worst. Having Barbara at the hospital to help navigate and communicate my needs with the nurses was so valuable. She truly cares for each client and supports them through this process. We only have positive things to rave about this birth center and their staff. Would wholly recommend choosing them for your birthing needs. We hope we are fortunate to cross paths with this talented team once again!

I feel so honored to write another glowing review (first one is on Google), this time for my second…read morebirth at Geneva Woods Birth Center. I received attentive, professional, respectful care throughout my pregnancy and always appreciated the friendliness of the entire staff when I would come in for visits. My toddler daughter loved to come to appointments with me to play with the great toys, visit with everyone, and learn about things like blood pressure and heart beats. It really is a very family-friendly experience throughout. When I went past my due date, I really appreciated the explanation of the process for making sure everything is okay, and of course the patient, non-pushy approach to due dates. This all put me at ease about being overdue. Four days after my due date, I went into labor in the morning and had a weird pattern of contractions accelerating and then slowing down, depending on what I was doing. I really appreciated how the midwives carefully assessed, based on my pain and the pattern of my contractions, etc. whether there was a physical cause for this, such as baby in a funny position, and then helped me think through options. Ultimately, they suggested something that turned out to be just what I needed -- attempting to rest, changing the environment so as to get out of my head. They understand that the brain is the most important organ in birthing. I had a very quick active labor after that. They trusted me to know when I needed to push, and gave me choices but offered really helpful suggestions to make pushing more effective. I felt so at peace with their help, which was neither too hands off nor too pushy. Baby came out crying, big, and healthy and they took good care of me and him in the hours afterwards. We had come up with a plan during my pregnancy to prevent hemorrhage and it was a relief to have that all put in place right away. Because I was able to talk through my concerns during prenatal visits and have my questions answered, and because I was encouraged to access high-quality birth support services, such as my doula, Jen Allison (who teaches classes at Geneva Woods Birth Center), and because of the well-earned reputation for evidence-based, safe, and compassionate care, I was able to labor and birth without fear, trusting that I would get the care I needed. And I did. Even though the labor had gotten off to my difficult start, I felt so powerful at the end. I'm truly grateful for this kind of quality of care. I am especially grateful not only have a healthy baby but also very straightforward recovery with no tears or episiotomies or forceps or anything else -- this prevention of tears I credit to Barbara telling me to wait and let baby's head stretch my perineum when I just wanted to push him out, and to all of the other experiential wisdom they employed on how to reduce the risk of tearing. I really do wish this kind of care for every pregnant and versing person.

I am overly satisfied with the care the midwives here offer! I started seeing them late in my first…read morepregnancy, and I appreciated their outlook, advice, and respect for my opinions. My birth experience was amazing.

I had a fantastic birthing experience here. All of the midwives were knowledgeable, personable, and…read morekind. I am very holistically minded, especially when it comes to health care, and was happy that I found a place that respected my choices and assisted me in achieving the birth plan I had envisioned. They didn't push anything on me like most health care professionals and I felt very safe here. They offer many pre natal classes that I took advantage of including a lactation and breastfeeding class, counseling, and a birthing class. I believe every single class I took benefited me exponentially and prepared me as a first time mom. I can't say enough positive things about them! I would highly recommend midwifery and woman's health to anyone I know and plan to use them for any future pregnancies and well woman exams.

Where do I start.. I a mom of 10 children as well as a vbac2 mom. I've experienced evey type of…read moredelivery there is. When I got pregnant with my son in 2021 I wanted to transition out of the hospital modality into something more personal. Because of my "high risk" I was unable.to get a midwife to help me and my husband was not on board. With my following pregnancy everything changed. I found Haven amd Bethel , I felt seen and understood. Not just as a pregnant woman but for my lifestyle and my desires for care and birth.I loved my previous care provider but Bethel was like a freind who got it. Because of state law I had to have a home birth instead of birth center but it all worked out. To have a home birth was mindblowing. So peaceful, no rushing to the hospital, being separated from my family. Bethlehem and Laura were incredibly perfessional and so sweet. Especially being called out in the middle of the night. I felt safe and wouldnt change a thing. My following pregnancy was hard,complicated and so stressful. My son and I developed a rare condition that required me to be under the care of a specialist in Anchorage. Haven't continued to provide care as well in co operations with the specialist. Without this partnership I dont know how I would have made it through. Every test was discussed with Bethle and care was managed with her input. I had to have a hospital birth,induced and against the specialist recommendations (he advised a csection). Bethel came to the hospital and supported me through the whole induction and delivery. I did not want to do it and probably would not have if she hadn't agreed it was the best course of action and stayed with me. If I had to chose to have Bethel (or Laura) at my side for another birth or my husband.. id chose them hands down . Lol. No matter what pregnancy you have, uncomplicated or high risk I recommend these lady's. They will be straight with you. Find answers when they don't know, reach out for help when its beyond what they can provide if that is what's in your best interest. 100 the best.

I am beyond thrilled with the care I received at Haven Midwifery and Birth Center. From the very…read morefirst appointment, I felt genuinely heard and understood. Bethel took the time to answer all my questions with patience and clarity, making sure I felt confident and informed every step of the way. Their warmth and compassion made me feel truly loved and supported throughout my entire journey. They even offered me raspberry tea and a 24-hour stay with meals at the time of delivery, which made the experience even more comforting and special. Each visit was a testament to their dedication and expertise. I was able to utilize the placenta dehydration service with Asher, to ingest my placenta in the form of a pill. If you're looking for a midwifery practice that goes above and beyond to make you feel like family, Haven Midwifery and Birth Center is the place to go. They are exceptional in every way!

After 9 months of being seen at one family, setting up the perfect birth plan, getting comfortable…read morewith the midwives, and being extremely excited for a natural birth, 1 week before we were due, they informed us they would not be able to deliver my baby for me because they were going nonprofit and their current midwives were leaving. Come to find out they knew this for a year before they took us on and never at any point told us. I was left due in one week trying to find a doctor who would even take me let alone find a natural birth. At that last appointment, without my consent or knowledge, they stripped my membranes. This was absolutely horrifying. I WOULDN'T TRUST THEM WITH MY FISH LET ALONE HELP ME BIRTH ANY OF MY BABIES.

I had my first child at One Family the summer of 2011 and it was truly an AWESOME experience! I was…read more7 months pregnant and a first time mom when I first came to One Family. The midwives along with the rest of the staff was really warm and welcoming. The birthing center itself, was clean, it was bright, and the rooms were very comfortable and homy. I knew nothing about out of hospital births and though I was excited and very interested, I was nervous about the pain and care in case of an emergency. The midwives and the staff did an awesome job at educating me on out of hospital births versus hospital births and, needless to say, I transferred my care to One Family. My birthing experience went better than I could have imagined. I was able to move about as I pleased, I ate and drank whatever I wanted, the setting was calm and comfortable, people I didn't know weren't coming in and out of my room, and though they were with me the whole time, my midwives didn't bother me unless I needed them. That being said, if you are looking for a natural and empowering birth experience and would like to make your own birth choices, within reason, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND going to One Family Birth Center and checking it out yourself! It is a choice that I am glad I made.

Cindy is incredible! She took the time to listen to my husband and I. She learned what we were…read morelooking for in our birth experience. She presented us with options and information without pressuring us or trying to influence our choices. By the time I went into labor, I felt that Cindy understood what we were looking for in an ideal birth and did everything she could to create that environment. Our daughter had an amazing, peaceful, at-home, water-birth. Thank you Cindy!