I wanted to be part of this birth center but the lady that answered the phone was always rude , she even told me I could not have a tour before my first appointment, like... how am I supposed to enroll in the birth center without knowing how the place looks and seeing if I like it , they definitely wanted me to pay before even seeing the place . read more

I highly recommend Lovers Lane Birth Center! I chose LLBC as I wanted a natural birth for my first baby. From the beginning, everything was explained very thoroughly and my questions answered. The prenatal visits were very relaxed, not rushed. My options were explained to me, and I was always given the freedom to choose what I wanted to do. The Midwives at LLBC are all kind, patient, and knowledgeable. You get to meet with all three Midwives so that you are comfortable with whoever is on call when you go into labor. Krystal helped me so much along the way and referred me to a chiropractor, doula, and lactation consultant who were all professional and wonderful. The birthing center itself is nice and has a peaceful, relaxing environment. During my labor, Krystal was so patient and helpful. She explained everything that she was doing throughout the entire process, provided me with options, allowed me to make my own decisions, and answered my questions kindly. Due to failure to progress (I was not dilating past 3 cm despite multiple unsuccessful strategies to progress labor and change my baby's position.. he was sunny side up and stuck on my pelvic bone..) and prolonged rupture of membranes (it had been 20 hours since my water broke) Krystal recommended I transfer to higher level of care. Although the way I delivered was not how I planned, I was grateful to Krystal for recognizing the signs early enough to recommend the transfer before it became emergent. In the end I had a healthy baby boy and I'm grateful to the team at LLBC for their help! They have been wonderful postpartum as well! read more

Lovers Lane accepts medicaid but charges an additional $800 which they're not up front about when you make initial contact with them, I was made aware of this only after I'd scheduled my first appointment. I was very transparent about why we're on medicaid and that I would have to see as time went on but I wasn't sure if I could make that additional fee work as we're knee deep in building our home. I had three appointments total: one to meet each midwife and then my anatomy scan. All of which is covered by the state. During that time I paid $300. I wasn't able to pay any more so I communicated that with them and went on to seek care fully covered by the state. I requested a refund and reached out 6 times from Nov-Feb, eventually they stopped answering my calls and never called back. I finally went in yesterday because I don't live close but I was being ignored and was told they need to keep the lights on (which I do too, but I digress) and they "lost money with me" because they couldn't take another mom in and per their financial agreement, I had come in past the time for a refund. I know they took me in despite their heavy load for February births specifically and as I stated above, medicaid covered the minimal amount of visits I had. TLDR; Communication is poor, Krystal specifically is a master manipulator and they don't fully accept medicaid, charge an additional $800 out of pocket expense. read more

Stacy is awesome and helped me so much! She went out of her way to be the kindest person and tolerated my thousand questions/needs with love. They even refunded me on something they didn't have to simply out of kindness for my situation. I would recommend this center if you are close by! She and the midwife i met with were very considerate. Im very grateful. read more

I chose Lover's Lane for the birth of my 8th child, born March 2022. He was born healthy at 41 weeks gestation, outside on the sidewalk in freezing, 28 degree weather. I am forever grateful that he was not injured during the delivery and that I was able to keep my composure throughout the experience (most likely, because he WAS my 8th). I have used midwives in the past, but I had moved away from some, and the one who delivered my last 3 was no longer practicing. I want to say first that I am very grateful that there is a midwife team and birth center in the DFW area that accepts Medicaid. This is VERY uncommon, and I am happy to know that women who want an out of hospital, natural birth, but do not have insurance or private funds, can still receive this type of care. Krystal was usually pretty bubbly and friendly. Stacey at the reception desk was always friendly and a pleasure to talk to while I waited to see one of the midwives. Dinah was not as friendly, but she seemed very knowledgeable and seemed also to have a great care and concern for me as a patient. She asked lots of questions and recalled lots of details from previous visits. I appreciate this. However, this is where my positive feedback ends. A day or two before my due date, Krystal yelled at me and accused me of "fighting with her," over a mask. I never wore one in, but always put it on when asked. I had never argued with either of them when asked, but rather, always complied! Their center, their rules. After yelling at me, she took my blood pressure and it was through the roof. I usually run 90/60 when not pregnant. When she read it after yelling at me, it was 140/83. She tried to say this was because she was telling a joke. That is ridiculous and she knew it, and also very negligent to disregard. When I was week late, I went into labor and my contractions began very quickly at 2 minutes apart. I timed them for 45 minutes before calling Dinah. She told me to go home and take a hot shower and lie down and see if the contractions stopped. This made little sense to me, as I was already 41 weeks! But I did what she said, but also called my sister in law to come over. She timed them and they stayed steady at 2 minutes apart. Again I called Dinah and said I needed to go in, as they had been that rate for a few hours now. But she kept trying to talk me out of it, saying "I didn't sound like I was in labor" and that my contractions didn't seem to last long enough. I reminded her that this is my eighth baby and I do not scream and my contractions are NEVER a full minute. I began getting very stressed out with her questioning me and my blood pressure went up to 138/80. Reluctantly, she agreed to meet me at the birth center. We called hubby and my mother in law and they met us there. She checked me and I was only 3cm. She wanted to send me home. I begged her to let me stay at least an hour, as I go very fast once I hit 4 cm. She agreed, but an hour later I was 4 and she insisted we go home. My husband was upset and kept asking why we were being sent home. We left, and so did Dinah, locking up the center. I called a friend to pick up my youngest two, and he said he would be there in 35 minutes. But before my friend was able to make it to us, I told my sister in law that we needed to leave now, or the baby would be born at home. We got into the car and I texted Dinah that we were coming back. I should note that she lives farther from us. In the car, I had to push, but I did not tell hubby, as I didn't want to freak him out. As soon as we arrived and he tried to get me out of the car, gravity took over and baby was coming out. We could not get in the center, as it was still locked. I told hubby and his mom and sister that I could not move at all because the baby was being born and I simply needed someone to pull down my leggings. My sister in law did this, and I delivered my own son. At this point, Dinah arrived and unlocked the doors. We walked into the center where I later delivered the placenta. Dinah told my sister in law and hubby that it was MINE and HIS fault that the baby was born on the sidewalk in 28 degree weather because "we didn't have to agree to go home!!" How ridiculous. A week after baby's birth, I texted Dinah with concerns of a uterine infection. She texted back that it didn't sound like an infection, and that she would see me in two weeks. She didn't call to follow up or check on me EVER. As it turns out, I DID have an infection! I am not sure if Dinah is just tired or if she treated me differently because I was on Medicaid. But she didn't listen to me when it mattered most and was rude about the outcome. Thankfully, my son was okay. I was supposed to be treated for GBS in labor, but of course that didn't happen. Again, thankfully he is okay. This could have been so much worse. I am now pregnant again and am once again looking for prenatal care, as I cannot trust these women again. read more

The women here are amazing and you couldn't ask for a more supportive team! I had a water birth and Emily was so calm and serene and helped me hit a calm state before my daughter made her way into the world. You will get to meet and know all the midwives that way you have a relationship with whoever is on call the night you go into labor. Trust me these ladies are special! read more

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I had an incredible vbac birth here! The Midwives and staff here empowered me and gave me confidence I had not had before switching from my previous OBGYN. I was encouraged to express myself and empowered by the whole pregnancy experience and when labor came, I was confident and surrounded by wisdom, support and love. I am now receiving prenatal care with them as I prepare for my next delivery in February. I will never go anywhere else to have my prenatal care but more importantly to deliver my babies. Lovers Lane Birth Center is a very special place that has changed my life forever. We need more care like what they provide! read more

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I had the best birth experience I could have hoped for and I owe it to my birth team at Lover's Lane. From the moment I came for a tour, I realized that LLBC was completely in line with my goals, values and vision of what I wanted my birth to be like. With every prenatal visit with Dinah and Emily I felt more prepared toward achieving a healthy natural birth. Dinah and Emily take the time to check in with you on every aspect of your life so that you are physically and mentally prepared to bring your little one earth side! They are warm, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable and gifted at what they do. We need more midwives and more birth centers like LLBC that are focused on empowering women to be ready to birth and remind us that not only are we capable, but we were made to birth naturally. My labor went great. Dinah coached me through and my son came quickly and in perfect health. He did have difficulty latching and with Dinah's recommendation to move quickly and hire an LC, he was feeding by day 3 and has been with no problems three months later. Even post birth, Dinah and Emily were very available to any concerns I had. I have recommended so many to LLBC and will continue to do so. I guess the best way I can describe LLBC is that by the end, the Midwives feel like family, and LLBC feels like home. It doesn't get any better than that. read more

Dinah Waranch is a wonderful Midwife and she and her crew at Lovers Lane Birth Center are incredibly caring professionals who help new moms not only prepare for an incredible birth experience, but provide the security and comfort every woman wants during the birth of their child. Women have a right to choose how they want to birth their children. Dinah empowers you to make your choice and live it out in the most authentic way possible. read more

I really enjoyed my experience at Lover's Lane Birth Center. Both Dinah and Adelle are great midwives who allow you the freedom of choosing what procedures and interventions you would like (at least for me since I was low risk). I hate needles and they allowed me to only have one blood test during the whole pregnancy since I was within normal range. The whole staff is very friendly and I like that the appointments are relaxed and patient-focused (most appointments are about an hour). I had a home birth but you can also have the baby at their birthing center. Also, I don't have good medical insurance (I have a high deductible plan of $5,000) and paying for the birth and all of the prenatal/postnatal visits was less than the amount of the deductible. I highly recommend Lovers Lane Birth Center and I encourage all women to look outside traditional hospitals and educate themselves about their choices. read more

I DO NOT RECOMMEND!! My daughter chose this place to care for her during her pregnancy, which she totally regrets now. All throughout her pregnancy I'd advised her to switch to a regular OB-GYN based on what she was telling me about the care she was receiving. At the end of her pregnancy I was able to go to a few of her appointments and just got an off vibe about Dinah. Fast forward to her being a week overdue, Dinah nor Crystal were really doing anything and did not seem to care that she was approaching 42 weeks. About 41 weeks and 3 days, my daughter went into labor and she reached out to Dinah and was advised to come into the center. When we arrived, the contractions were right on top of each other at about a minute apart. Dinah examined her and told her that she was 2 cm dilated and sent her home. We (my daughter and I) decided home was not a good idea and went to the hospital straight from the birthing center, which was about a 25 minute drive. Once at the hospital, my daughter was examined and told she had dilated 6 cm. About an hour later she gave birth. Had we listened to Dinah and went home, she would have given birth at home. From what I could tell, this center took more patients than they could handle and were trying to prolong my daughter's delivery because it conflicted with other patient's due dates. I do not recommend Lover's Lane PERIOD! read more

I'm not sure what the fuss is about and for the negative reviews. It's completely irrelevant from my experience! If Dinah has ever cared for you, you know you were taken care of so well! I had my first VBAC in 2019 with Dinah. She walked me through and answered all my questions. I was nervous, but when I came into the birth center in labor, she calmed me and helped every step of the way. From this experience, I LOVE midwives!! I think Dinah is the best! Recently, January 2021, I had me third child, second VBAC. Dinah was my midwife and she was ready and on top of everything needed to help me have my beautiful healthy baby. I've had two successful natural births. I'm grateful for all the care I received at Lovers Lane Birth Center. I love how easy going and relaxed it is. I've done the routine Dr office route and hated feeling like just a name and a number. Here, I never felt rushed. Stacey is pretty great too and is very on top of things. Each midwife here has always been patient and wanted to answer every question. They are very intentional and want the utmost care for you! I was on Medicaid as well and NEVER felt taken for granted. She's actually fought hard to advocate woman's choice of birth despite what insurance you may have. Very professional and I highly recommend if you want the best care! read more

I did not get the birth I wanted and not because something went wrong but because I was pushed to the side. I chose this center mainly because they took Medicaid but I should have just gotten a regular OBGYN. For starters, most people choose a midwife because it gives a more personal experience. If you're expecting that, DO NOT come here. You'll be bounced around between midwives. You won't know who will actually attend your birth. You can not reach the midwives anytime unless it's an emergency. They use an after hours line who unless you say you're in labor, they will not have the midwife call you so any time after hours you can't reach anyone. They have an excuse for EVERYTHING! I was told several times by Dinah that 'because her fingers were short she could not reach my cervix to check for dilation' days prior to actual labor. I was also almost 42 weeks. I asked several times for my membranes to be stripped or other alternatives but was denied. Once I went into labor I was told by Dinah that I did not sound 'Moany' enough so she did not think I was in active labor. I'm guessing it was because I was not yelling and screaming. Everyone does not respond to pain this way. I finally got her to agree to meet me at the center and she checked me and told me I was 2 CM and tried to send me home. Mind you, Blood was everywhere, and I was balled up with contractions that were less than a minute a part for over an hour at this point. She refused to allow me to get into the tub and told me to go home and rest. I'm not sure who's resting with back to back contractions but I left and went straight to the hospital. After she told me to go home she stepped out of the room speaking with someone else in labor who I guess was more important than me despite the fact I was in active labor and overdue. The drive was less than 20 minutes to the hospital and once I arrived I was immediately put in a room and when they checked me i was told I was almost 7 CM and there was NO WAY I was 2 CM at the center. If I would have went home I would have birthed my baby in the living room floor. This is just the tip of it and the entire experience with this center was traumatizing not to mention how I was stripped of my birth plan and not because I couldn't do it or something went wrong but because I was pushed to the side and not a priority during my labor. I definitely feel as though majority of my treatment was due to the fact that I was on Medicaid. My entire support team saw this treatment as well and during labor this is not how you want to be treated. I'd definitely advise anyone to choose another center or just plan for a hospital birth before referring them here. read more

I had two babies with Dinah. One in 2001 (he's 16 now!) and one in 2008. I will always treasure the memory of the 2001 water birth at the old location on Lovers Lane. Absolutely miraculous. I am forever grateful for the natural births that she made possible for me. read more

I enjoyed my experience except for when I had appointments with Kristy H. During my pregnancy I found out that we had a single artery umbilical cord. Doing my research and talking to a doctor I found out that a single artery umbilical cord would increase the risk of having kidney pronlems. When I mentioned this to Kristy she didn't skip a beat when she said that my daughter could have down syndrome. I was caught off guard because the research I had done said nothing about there being a connection between the two. Along with that she was insistent that I had preclampsia....which was not the case at all. I would still recommend lovers lane to friends of mine, especially now since Kristy is no longer employed there. All in all, do your research and don't believe everything you are told. That definitely "left a bad taste"... read more

Had two perfectly normal homebirths w Dinah. Loved my care with both pregnancies. My children were lucky enough to be born peacefully at home and for that, I have LLBC to thank. I would recommend this practice to any healthy woman who is looking to take ownership of her pregnancy and birth. read more

Thus far it's been a five star experience. Im at around 22 weeks. I've had my first sonogram, which was amazing. The guy was calm and fun and easy. No stress. And my first official check up. Which was not as scary as I thought and I had a great talk with Dinah who is funny and charming. The actual birthing room is cute and cozy. And I feel a real sense of freedom as well as guidance. read more

I would not recommend this center as long as my daughter's on call midwife is still there. I don't remember her name though. Her name started with a T. My daughter began labor at 4 am. The midwife told her to just relax and get some rest. So she did. Around 3 am the next morning she wanted to be checked out since her pain was increasing and she had lost her plug. We rushed down there after begging this woman to meet us there. My daughter was only dilated to a 1. She sent us home. My daughter's water broke on the way home. She messaged the midwife and they said that it was the rest of the plug. The pains increased throughout the day and she (the midwife) kept telling her she was fine. Around 8 pm when my daughter told me about the water breaking early that morning, we decided to go to the hospital. After 44.5 hours of labor my grandson was born. I have no problem with Dinah at all. But I think the on call midwife needs a lot more coaching. read more

Dinah is such an amazing and attentive midwife. I've had 5 pregnancies including a surrogacy with her and each one has been outstanding. She gives wonderful care and has such an awesome team at the birth center. They are like extended family to me and I couldn't ask for better midwifery care. I plan to use Dinah and LLBC for any of my future babies! read more

I received care from Lovers Lane Birth Center from the beginning of my pregnancy to six weeks after delivery. Dinah and Kristy were both exceptionally great midwives! They were both very informative and professional with my care. Being that this is my first child of course I had a million questions. When it came too labor and delivery they were superb coaches! I can't thank them enough for delivering my wonderful baby boy! The whole experience was a great pleasure for me and I highly recommend them to any woman wanting a natural, wonderful birthing experience. read more

No, everything in Dinah's response is incorrect. If she would have stayed the two hours that she claimed she did, she would have known when my uterine rupture was discovered. I am sure Dinah has plenty of experience. Just know that if and when an emergency occurs, she may not respond properly. She may blame you and belittle you while your uterus is ripping apart. Out of all the people I have had contact me with their own nightmare experience of Dinah's abuse during labor, one of them was herself a midwife. I think that speaks for itself. read more

Dinah & her staff are AMAZING!!! They are all very caring and truly listen to your questions/concerns. They are also in-network with most providers :) I had a hospital birth the first time with my OBGYN out of Plano Womens Healthcare...I truly wish I would have had a birthing center birth instead. Second baby I started and finished at Lovers Lane BC! Prenatal care was so easy and no waste of time. If your appointment was at 8:15am you got in at 8:15am and were out by 8:30am. And if you needed more time to talk or discuss other prenatal topics you had that time. Dinah also has great reading material & videos that she can lend you for free if you need them. Elizabeth teaches a prenatal yoga class that is truly relaxing & such a plus when you are pregnant. April 2011, I had a successful water-birth & it was best birth experience so far! read more

If I could give more stars I would!!! Dinah and her staff are excellent. My first delivery with them was amazing and the second one was even more mind blowing. If /when I have another child I'm definitely going back!!!! read more

Dinah and her staff are very empowering. They make sure you are informed of all your options, including their risks, and respect your choices. We have had two of our three children here, and with another on the way, we wouldn't want to go anywhere else. read more

After a pretty typical epidural hospital birth, I was looking for something better. I am so happy with the experience of birthing at Lover Lane. I always felt valued & cared for, my wishes were respected and I was impressed with the knowledge of the staff. My birth was amazing & I'd do it again with this team in a heartbeat! I was allowed and encouraged to listen to myself & baby. I've never felt so powerful as after that birth! And to have the support I needed made it possible. read more

DO NOT USE THIS PERSON AS YOUR MIDWIFE. My daughter used her and had TERRIBLE RESULTS!!!! We have huge babies in our family and a history of pre eclampsia. This was communicated to Dinah and was no concern to her. My daughter had signs of pre eclampsia before giving birth and was barely addressed. After laboring all day, dilating to a 10 her labor wasnt progressing. My daughter was never told that the baby hadnt dropped into position during any of her exams that dayTHIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN NOTICED ON EXAM BY DINAH!!!!!!! . Once the baby was in distress Dinah decided she should go to the hospital. My daughter fully dilated and my Grandson in distress was told to get into their car and drive themselves to the hospital. After c section my Grandson had a deep indention in his head and scratches from not getting passed her hip bones When Dinah was leaving the hospital she passed by the waiting room where we were and wasn't even going to stop until I addressed her. NOT PROFESSIONAL AT ALL. One week later we are visiting my daughter in ICU for pre eclampsia which was ignored by Dinah and her covering doctor Dr Downing at Harris Methodist Richardson. My daughter will be moved to a step down room today and hopefully released soon. YES "natural birth" can happen but not for everyone and not with Dinah!!! Choose a midwife that knows when she is out of her realm of expertise PLEASE : WE GOT VERRRRY LUCKY!!! Was this review helpful? 00 read more

Lovers Lane Birth Center is the best! Excellent care, dedicated to making sure mother is informed of all options and then fully supportive of any individual choices. They are very experienced with all aspects, and I had amazing births - my first at their beautiful facilities at the center and the second at home. My first would have come out sunny-side-up if it weren't for Dinah's help in turning her. My second came very quickly at home, Dinah and her assistant were there and held my hand as I got to labor exactly as I wished. The encouragement and support through pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum is wonderful. I always felt cared for and loved. I could call with questions any time. Love the hour long appointments! I can't recomment Lovers Lane Birth Center highly enough! http://dallasmidwife.com/ read more

I can not rave enough about the care I received from Lover's Lane Birth Center. It all started with a wonderfully enthusiastic walk-through by Dinah herself to give me and other expectant mothers an idea of what to look forward to. As a third time mom, first time in a birth center, I appreciated her humor about certain aspects of the birth, her energy, and her earthy-feel. Dinah is one of a kind! My first appointment I was greeted by Debbie. She's incredibly warm and easy to talk to. Angela was AMAZING at communicating with us about insurance needs! I was most hesitant about this aspect but Angela made it very easy and did a lot of the leg work for us. I really appreciated her prompt responses to all our questions and straightforwardness. Emily is a very sweet, approachable midwife. I really enjoyed our prenatal visits, though I mostly had Dinah for mine. As a hippie at heart, I really appreciated Dinah. She has an amazing gift in almost seeming laissez faire about the whole thing but without ever making me feel like she wasn't taking it seriously. She truly trusts the birth process. Her confidence is something I really appreciated during my very short and intense labor. My only regret, honestly, is not having used Lover's Lane Birth Center with ALL of my births. read more

I went to Dinah pregnant with my son, and we are both lucky to be alive. When I went into labor, she made me wait until the very last minute to come to the birthing center. I finally came in, and was there for many, many hours laboring. I finally started pushing and pushing. This is my first child, so I didn't know that normally once you start pushing, it doesn't take that long for the baby to finally come out. I pushed for an hour with no results. She finally decided I should go to the hospital now that the baby and I were in distress, and I was panicking because my little guy was READY to come out. She sent me to the hospital in my own car FULLY DILATED. When I get there, the Dr. examines me, and says the baby hasn't move down nearly enough to give birth vaginally, and I would have to have a c section. Dinah should have the skills to know whether or not a baby is down far enough to come out naturally. They rush me to the OR and my beautiful Zion is born. He was born with a bloody sore on the back of his head from grinding on my hip bone while I was trying to push him out. Dinah didn't stay to see his birth, or to make sure everything was ok. Needless to say, I DON'T recommend her. If you decide to see her anyways, good luck! read more