I went to village birth in their bundle it was well worth the money. My husband and I did our birth…read moreeducation classes, newborn essentials, feeding and getting ready for the fourth trimester. Thru their doula match we found an amazing postpartum doula. I also did some of their prenatal circles and will be doing their post partum circle soon. Always a fun mix of women who go there, and I know the business can't control who signs up for classes but I wish more POC women and couples went. My first circle it was very intimidating being the only POC there.

My wife and I attended the childbirth class here, and I definitely recommend this place for anyone…read morelooking to learn more about what to expect from the childbirth process. Brighid was our course instructor, and she was super knowledgable, open and supportive to all types of relationships, birthing plans, and wasn't overly dogmatic by recommending a "one size fits all" approach to this very dynamic process. She was experienced and knowledgeable, answered our questions, gave recommendations, resources, and context, and we could not be happier with the experience. The office was quiet, clean, free from distractions, and the environment was comfortable and inviting. My wife had a few fears/concerns about being a first time mother, but after the class she's feeling much more comfortable now that she's equipped with so much context and information. Overall this was a fantastic experience and anyone who is feeling overwhelmed and is looking for a bit of guidance and support should seek this place out. Thank you Brighid!

Don't hesitate. Enroll! Every parent needs support and this is a great environment. The educators…read moreare true professionals: educated, compassionate, supportive, tangible input, and great with the children. I'm taking a class with Barbara and Roza and if your child is within their classes age group, I highly recommend giving yourself and baby that small chunk of time.

This program is amazing! My Son and I have been attending for the last (almost) five years and both…read morehave learned so much! The classes are structured so there is circle time and learning for the kids and then adult time to discuss best parenting practices. During the Covid shut down, we switched to online classes through Zoom and the teachers didn't miss a beat. It was a whole new world for everyone yet they transitioned seamlessly! Although we can't wait to meet in person again, I am thrilled he was able to continue the program and continue learning especially when preschools were closed. If you're looking for an awarding experience to have with your child (birth - 5yo), then I highly recommend this program! And the best part is, it's free!!

Our experience with Brella Pasadena is a warning to any family considering them…read more Because Brella's model requires prepaying to secure limited spots, we paid $3,296 when the booking window opened to transition our son from a nanny. He attended a single 2-hour trial visit on May 12. He was so distressed by the experience that when it came time to return, we could not get him out of the house. We requested a refund on May 14. What should have been a simple, humane response to a family whose child clearly could not tolerate the environment turned into a 10-week ordeal. Brella's stated policy is credit only, no refunds. When we asked them to look at our specific situation, they pointed us to a corporate Refund Exception Request process. We submitted it May 20. They acknowledged it June 2 and committed to a response within 30 days. They missed that deadline without so much as an update. When we followed up, we got a holding email. When we followed up again, we got another one. Their final answer, after two months, was a 50% refund as a 'goodwill gesture.' We got back $1,648. Brella kept $1,648 for care our child never received. Here is what should stick with anyone reading this: Brella made a choice. A full refund for a family that walked in once and left because the environment was wrong for their child would have cost them nothing but money they had not earned. They chose to keep half of it. In doing so, they chose to spend two months adding stress and frustration to a family already dealing with a difficult transition for their child. They chose to destroy any chance of us returning, and any chance of the many parents in our circles considering them. All to keep $1,648 they did not deserve. The local staff we interacted with were pleasant. That is not the story. The story is a company whose policies and corporate response are designed to protect their revenue at the direct expense of the families they claim to serve. If you are evaluating Brella for your child, know that a single unsuccessful trial visit can cost you thousands of dollars, and the corporate team will fight you every step of the way to keep as much of it as they can.

We love Brella! Love the staff and teachers. Our son has the best time every day with fun…read moreprogramming that is themed every month.

I am a 3rd time mom and my middle child is now 5. So, it's been a moment since I've been in baby…read moreland. Our son was having a hard time napping out of our arms, which led to a very sore neck and arms and no time to do anything! Ally and Lisa are the wonder women of babies!! Talking to Ally really instilled the confidence that I am able to transition him out of only napping in my arms. She helped me to break this habit immediately. She is kind, loving and caring and it's so clear to see her strong passion to not only supporting my child but me as the mother as well. I love her gentle yet realistic approach of setting us up for success. I now feel like a new person with her help and getting him to nap in his crib. It's a very liberating feeling! Plus, you can tell he is more rested in his awake time due to a better nap! If you're struggling in any way, do not wait too long for their services!! They are a true God send. So happy I discovered them!!

Ally and Lisa's practical, customized approach to BM-specific potty training worked wonders for our…read moreson. It was just amazing to see the progress he (and we) made in such a short time frame. For context, we did another method of potty training six months ago that I felt pretty lukewarm about -- he was still struggling in a number of aspects and we were very frustrated and discouraged, hence reaching out to Ally and Lisa for help. From my initial inquiry, Ally and Lisa responded very promptly to schedule a call and developed the plan quickly as we had a very short time-frame we were working with. I especially appreciated how Ally and Lisa tailored the plan to our unique circumstances (extensive travel and move abroad). Their 24/7 text support was invaluable and I will be saving that text chain forever. I also feel better equipped to address inevitable challenges and regressions should they arise in the future. I really wish I had done Ally and Lisa's plan to begin with, would have saved a lot of time, effort, and headache. Thank you, thank you!

We are not first time parents, and have explored many different childcare options and Cheerful…read moreBeginnings is at the top of our list! Our son needed full time care due to our busy schedules working in healthcare and Julia was so wonderful accomodating our schedules. My son loved his teachers here and Julia's experience and education in childcare is exceptional. My son felt right at home and sometimes wasn't ready to leave at pickup! They have an organized curriculum, access to app for daily updates and healthy meal plans. I have already recommended them to my coworkers!

We reached out to Julia to get an advice/consultation for our three year old son who is having some…read morebehavior and communication issues. We considered to get the Base package that includes in class observation, 1 hour phone conversation and 1 hour consultation from her documented recommendations. After one week, we got in-depth consultation from her which she includes appropriate parent and toddler classes. Overall, our experience was great and very informative. Our expectations were met and we were happy with the solutions we've received. Thank you!

I have always heard of stroller strides and have seen signs posted at the Americana. After having…read moremy 3rd baby, I wanted to get back to working out and shedding those post pregnancy weight. I went on their website and they were offering the first class for free so I signed up. I am so glad that I did. I was 6 weeks postpartum when I attended my first class. I loved it so much that I signed up for the membership. Since then, I have been attending Stroller strides for a minimum of 3 times a week. My baby girl is now almost 5 months. I love that I can get a great workout and have my baby with me at all times and not worry about childcare. This was a huge help! Also, I love being surrounded by wonderful mamas. I feel very supported knowing that I am not alone in this fitness journey. You built this relationship with the community and you get to know and relate with other moms who have similar struggles. Megan and Lorena are amazing instructors and were very welcoming. They really motivate you. I always leave feeling stronger and full of energy. The owner, Carly, is very accommodating and passionate in helping mamas get fit and healthy. They also do playdates on some days after class with some DIY crafts coordinated by Rhiannon. Rhiannon is also amazing. I am so glad I found FIT4MOM.

Fit4Mom is the best! I get in a great workout while my baby is occupied by the instructor. I can't…read moresay enough amazing things about this community. The instructors are supportive, playing bubbles for the babies, and always provide a challenging and fun workout. I've met some great mamas in these classes. And did I mention they have barre on Fridays? So happy that I found Fit4Mom.

Ashley was a wonderful speech trainer. She was able to help build my confidence and organize my…read morethoughts. English is my second language and sometimes find it hard to explain my ideas out loud. Ashley gave some much needed strategies to enhance my grammar and presentations. If English is your second language and looking to take your public speaking skills to the next level, Ashley is the best!!!!

In my brief research of other clients reviews across multiple platforms , as well as my own…read moreexperience, it appears to be a bait and switch operation. Secure the upfront contract payment and then disappear! I have had an extremely difficult time scheduling my sessions, which is unfortunate. I paid for 14 and only completed 5 before they stopped responding to repeated scheduling request emails. Businesses like this tend not to prosper.

I'm typically skeptical of "baby groups" but this is not your average baby group. RIE has helped me…read morebecome a better caregiver to my daughter. I love the RIE approach but I cannot recommend the classes enough. It's one thing to read the literature and another to witness and observe your child in the space. I love Ruth Anne Hammond. She is filled with important information and knowledge. Plus, the babies love her and she loves them. Kira subbed for a class I was in once and she was fantastic as well. The Pasadena facility itself is beautiful. The babies love the trees that line Green St. But any "yes" space would do with RIE. It's the best!

Currently enrolled in RIE at the Pasadena location. It has fundamentally changed the way I parent…read moreand interact with my daughter for the better. Jill is an amazing teacher and always takes the time to answer our questions. I feel very lucky to have found this education for my baby. Only regret is not starting sooner.

In my perspective, swimming is a very important part of life. It can mean life or death in certain…read moresituations. So we wanted to get our little ones equipped as soon as possible with the best lessons possible. With that said we looked around and found swimming success and we contacted them through email and set up appointments for lessons. I have to say that the email process did take a little longer than I would've expected, because sometimes it would be days before I would hear back from their contact. We finally got things situated where both our kids would be able to take lessons at the same time, which was exactly what we are looking for. I like how the website outlines what to expect out of the lessons and gives an overview of how the lessons will likely go. For the first 3 to 4 lessons my son was yelling and screaming for his life but by the fifth lesson he was confident enough to jump into the pool by himself! My daughter didn't really know how to swim at all when starting these lessons and by the eighth day, she was able to swim pretty much across the pool all by herself. That is very very impressive! The instructors pay close attention to each one of their students. They knowledgeable to know how far they can push the student to make big progress. The only thing that I did not like about about the lessons is that they mentioned at the end of the last lesson that my son might not be able to actually swim on his own until he turns 4 because usually at age 3 and below children are not able to hold up their bodies and lift up their neck because their muscles have not developed enough to do so yet. Had I known this, I would have waited a year and saved our money to put him in lessons next year. Now I'm a bit freaked out because he feels fully confident jumping in a pool that he is not able to swim in. Otherwise, I am very happy with the lessons they took! I was reading over other reviews and it seems there is a communication problem but this wasn't really the situation I had. They got back to me within a day or two, and they were extremely helpful over email. I would totally recommend giving them a try to get your kids to learn to swim. They will get the job done, but my advise would be to make sure your kid(s) are at least 4-5 years old. Otherwise you'll waste $300.

I can't say enough positive things about Swimming Success--I have an older daughter who had had two…read moreyears of private swim lessons in our own pool, and STILL couldn't swim. I was about to send her to summer camp and was nervous that she still was a poor swimmer. A friend recommended Swimming Success to me and my daughter was swimming by the 2nd day! I was thrilled! It took them two days to accomplish what the other swim lessons couldn't do in two years!! She ended up taking swim here for three years. My son is signed up for his fourth summer of taking the lessons, and I can't say enough positive things about them. In my experience the teachers have been incredibly kind and caring (he has had the same wonderful teacher every year!), and while they do tell the children they need to do certain things, it is never in a mean or unkind way. Both my children love to swim and spend all summer in the pool, so I am thrilled that they have gained such incredible skills at Swimming Success!!

My Postpartum Doula Workshop experience was truly life changing. It was positive, eye opening,…read moreinspiring, and, at times, overwhelming in the very best way. From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was in such a safe, welcoming space. The energy was incredible, and being surrounded by such a wonderful group of women made the experience even more special. There was so much learning, sharing, encouragement, and connection. And Kathrin, our trainer, was absolutely amazing. Her knowledge, passion, the way she guided us through the workshop made such an impact on me. She created an environment where I felt comfortable learning and truly taking in everything this beautiful work has to offer. Honestly, I would do this workshop all over again not because I needed to, but because I would love to experience that same energy and connection with another group of women. Every group brings something different, and I can only imagine how beautiful each experience can be. I highly recommend Kathrin's Postpartum Doula Workshop to anyone who is interested in becoming a postpartum doula. It is an experience I will carry with me as I begin this new chapter. Lizette

Ana Paula is a wealth of knowledge and compassion. She's a beautiful mix of warm and calming with a…read morefun energy and the utmost professionalism.