Everyone at RWHC was amazing! They were able to get me in quickly due to scheduling issues…read moreelsewhere and were so kind and helpful! I was treated like an old friend from the beginning and felt well taken care of. Jenna did an amazing job with my ultrasound and added a personal touch. Even though I live over 45 minutes away but would gladly come back if I ever need this kind of testing again. Thanks so much for taking such good care of me!

The first words dr. Tatiana shereshevsky said to me were "why did you wait so long to seek help?" I…read morehad asked for a referal, waited for necessary medical tests to be approved then scheduled then the resukts to come back, then the referal to rwh to be approved, then the appt scheduled. So i answered, "because the u.s. healthcare system is dysfunctional?" She sent me for further tests, and about the time they were returned, she was heading on vacation for two weeks amd wanted me to wait before she did a biopsy. I demurred and asked for a collegue to do the biopsy. Thank god i did. The biopsy came back positive. I went to see her upon her return. She explained the next steps and said, "i am your doctor; you can call here any time you have questions; i will be in constant contact with you." It sounded so nice, but it was a big fat LIE. I called a few days later when the bleeding reappeared to ask if that was normal or if i should seek an appt or what. That was over a month ago. I have never heard from that office again. I have since received tx and am already cancer free because i perservered through this American healthcare "system." Don't bother with shereshevsky. She's got her own problems, and doesn't have time for you.

Historically Dr Stokes was an excellent doctor. He has delivered one of my children 16 years ago…read more And I thank him for his past professionalism and expertise. We recently revisited Stokes for a consultation and he went on a political rant out of the blue bashing Trump then rambling on about his religion in India. It's a real shame to see such a wonderful doctor with vast experience lose his professionalism and turn into a retard like the rest of us. Politics don't belong in a doctor patient relationship. I used to have respect for Stokes but now I think he just needs to retire.

There is a doctors hands that are blessed and his are. He gets straight to the point, strengthens…read moreyou to heal and is an excellent surgeon. Thank you God for doctors and surgeons like this man who aren't abandoning Northern California. Over 50 years experience, saving lives, delivering babies and performing vital surgeries to keep women healthy. Warm and personable compassionate staff.

When I found out I was pregnant, I initially started off looking for an OB within my insurance…read morenetwork but after calling a reputable doctor's office and told that I needed to submit an application and see if I'm accepted first, I began to really reconsider what it is that I wanted. Like many other women, I had had past experiences with OBGYNs that leave you, frankly, feeling like cattle. Just in and out and sometimes not even a "bye" before leaving the room. That same day, I looked further and made an appointment to meet with Naomi, not really knowing much about midwifery. When I met with her, and we discussed unmedicated birth and home birth and what she and her staff offer, I just knew that this was right for me. I had not really ever wondered about a birthing experience for me but this felt so right. I still remember anxiously thinking, "oh, please have room to take me" as she calculated my due date and reviewed the births she already had scheduled for the month of May. To my joy, Naomi had room for me and so our journey began together until several weeks after my son was born safely at home. During our appointments, Naomi took all the time we needed to ask questions, hear our baby, and connect. I never felt rushed, judged, and truly felt cared for by Naomi and her staff. I feel so blessed to be able to look back at my birthing experience and feel so much love for this beautiful tribe of women (Naomi, her staff, Mariah and Krista, and my doula) all working together, calmly and soothingly coaching me, to assist me in brining my baby into this world free or chaos and to validate all my overwhelming postpartum tears and meet them with such love and compassion. I don't know that I will have another child but if I do, I know that I will look forward to seeing everyone at Redding Midwifery as much as I would look forward to seeing my belly grow.

I have had 1 midwife, and then a group of nurse midwives before Naomi. She is by far the most…read morenutritionally educated midwife I have ever encountered! She has a gift for teaching, and always has an agenda of things she wants to discuss or ask questions about, so I felt sooo informed and confident after each and every appointment! I highly recommend her to anyone wanting an amazing, wise, calm and skilled midwife! My water birth was seamless and baby has been amazing.

I was cared for by this extraordinary group of women from 10 weeks gestation - 6 weeks postpartum…read morefor my second pregnancy. I can truly say that they are now part of my extended family. This experience was truly unlike any other and we would do again without hesitation If we were to have any more babies in the future! My first birth was in the hospital and while I still managed to have an unmedicated natural birth, the experience was entirely different from start to finish. At Bloom you are cared for by all of the wonderful midwives who make you feel like family. This is one of the only healthcare experiences where I absolutely did not mind seeing a different provider at each visit (there are only 3 midwives) but they are each equally amazing and each bring such valuable experience and perspective. They are always willing to make themselves available and It was so comforting to be able to call or text with any questions or concerns I had. Its truly a unique experience now a days to be able to have a completely relaxed and unrushed prenatal appointment in a peaceful environment, compared to the typical medical office experience where you are often treated impersonally and rushed out with only 10-15 minutes of your providers time (my past Experience at least). On more than one occasion Heidi, Kristi, and Adri would spend over an hour talking with me to address anything I wanted to talk about. They are incredible humans and it honestly felt more like hanging out with your best girlfriends where you can feel safe to open up about anything! And ofcourse they are all highly experienced and knowledgeable- never once did I have concern that if things were to go south during my birth that they wouldn't be able to recognize it immediately and act accordingly. Heidi and Adri along with Kassie their student midwife were the ones who attended the birth of my daughter and their presence was so calming throughout the whole process. They respected my wishes and went above and beyond to support me and my partner at all the right moments when we needed them, without interfering in OUR process. Their encouragement and many empowering discussions we had about trusting your instincts leading up to my birth gave me the confidence to follow my intuition, trust my body, and just relinquish control- which in the end was key. No matter how many times you birth there is always some level of anxiety and nerves leading up and I can truly say that the moment we set foot inside Bloom while I was in active labor I felt all the fear instantly Melt away and I was ready (and Excited!) to meet my baby. The familiarity of the space (after attending every appointment there in the same building) and the rapport you build with these women makes all the difference when you are about to give birth- the most raw and open you will ever be both physically and emotionally. I feel so grateful to have had such an amazing experience. I prayed and envisioned a peaceful waterbirth surrounded by people who care for me and that that is exactly what they helped bring to fruition. We prepared, birthed and recovered all under one roof in the most beautiful suite that feels more like someone's beautiful home in the woods or a lovely hotel suite, and these women even came to my home for several postpartum appointments to meet me in my most vulnerable moments. All I can say is-What a gift. If you are on the fence about where to birth I can assure you it was worth it in all respects and I wish I could do it again!

Heidi and her team of midwives at Bloom literally changed my life. I didn't know what I needed as…read morethis baby was my first, and I was on the fence at first. However, I NEEDED the support I got -- from hour-long prenatal visits that truly encompass the whole family's values to the birth itself, these women were a godsend to our family. I unfortunately had a complicated birth, and ended up going to the hospital. Having the midwives there with us made the experience SO MUCH less scary. I can't even begin to explain how priceless their presence in the hospital was -- at 3am nonetheless! The lactation support was also key, and got us set up to have a very healthy breastfeeding routine. However, the most important thing that I didn't know I'd need was the postpartum support. You guys, having a baby is WILD. You think about the pregnancy and the birth, but nobody really prepares you for what comes next. I was able to call the midwives and get help after our baby was born, with everything from sleeping arrangements with a newborn to what to do when he got a cold at 3 weeks old. You just don't get this level of care anywhere else. Please consider this option for your family -- it's worth it!

Amazing! This woman is magical! She was my angel and encouragement in helping my dream HBAC come…read moreto fruition! I am forever grateful to Theresa for this gift. If you are considering a doula for your birth, Theresa is the best choice I could think of. Well worth every penny:)

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Jami is an amazing Midwife. I've had the pleasure to support birthing women with her and have…read morewitnessed a calm, confident and grounded professional. She truly cares about the birthing person's desires and individual needs. I highly recommend her!

From the owner: I am a homebirth midwife who specializes in rural birth. I also do Well Woman care appointments. I…read morework in Mendocino and Humboldt counties. Covelo, Willits, Laytonville, and Garberville.

Te'sa was an amazing midwife. She provides lots of information and encouragement. I felt like I had…read morethe tools to make good choices for myself and my baby. Thank you so much!

I am overwhelmed by the genuine honesty and true connection I have found with Tesa of Aurora…read moreMidwifery. Pregnancy, birth and postpartum are all such a personal time full of so many uncertainties and unknowns, even the second or third time around. Tesa was available at all hours for me and always knew EXACTLY what to say to dispel my anxiety or fears. Not to mention she is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, so she was always able to explain what was going on and walk me through it. She is truly what I needed and I have since recommended all my mama friends to her. Her relaxed energy, even sense of humor, alongside her intense level of experience and enthusiasm for her work make her the perfect fit for any expecting mother. Working with Aurora Midwifery, know that you and your family will be held close and your needs will be respected.

Maya is a Dream. Besides being a caring, trustworthy and experienced midwife she's also the kind of…read morewoman you want to have as a friend -- which I'm Grateful that I now do! She delivered my second baby at home, which went beautifully. Her follow up visits post-partum were so thorough and supportive, as were her prenatal visits. She's a gem and I highly recommend her services.

Maya was by my side through my intense labor . I was over due and had to be induced in the hospital…read more. As a true friend she stayed by my side for 3 days . Endlessly supportive through my entire pregnancy. Although ,not living close enough to me to be my official midwife , she was truly there for me through and through .