Roots was critical in my pregnancy journey last year. We confirmed we were pregnant early 2019 and…read moremy research began. I'd initially been interested in a home/water birth but my husband wasn't on board since this would be our first baby. I knew i didn't want a hospital birth, it all just seemed so sterile and mechanized plus i've never been a fan of actual hospital facilities, they always invoked feelings of despair in me. So i started looking to see if there was a happy medium. Initially i'd learned about birth centers from Instagram but since i'd recently moved to MN i wasn't sure there were any around me. A few more months into my pregnancy, i decided to look up birth centers on Yelp (as a new resident, Yelp was my lifeline to finding anything in Minneapolis). Roots Birth Center came up but it said "unclaimed" so i figured it probably didn't exist or used to exist but had been closed down. By then i was having hip issues (around 36 week) so i went to a chiropractor and while getting adjusted she asked where i'd be delivering. I told her we were currently registered at Mercy Mother and Child but i'd have preferred a birthing center since i really wanted a water birth. She then mentioned Roots and told me she'd heard really good things about it and i just knew that was my confirmation!!! I googled Roots, found the address and Hubby and i scheduled an appointment. Luckily they were able to take me on as i think the cutoff for admission was 37 weeks (the universe works in amazing ways). We were thrilled to find out Roots was covered by our insurance too; we registered for classes - childbirthing, cloth diapering, breastfeeding/lactation, classes for partners/support people etc (which were tremendously cheaper than Amma). We got a tour, so i got to check out where i'd be delivering, all hubby's questions were answered and he felt reassured that we had nothing to worry about (plus Roots collaborates with North Memorial Hospital which was like 10mins away should there be a need to transfer to a hospital - which ended up being our case). My widwives got to know me personally, we felt so comfy and at home during check ups, met other couples and bonded during classes. My delivery story is one for the books lol. Water broke, we came into Roots and i started laboring in the water (100% recommend for anyone on the fence about water births, contractions are a lot more tolerable in the water); unfortunately my lil guy was quite comfy in the belly and i wasn't dilating much. My midwife and doula were tremendous in keeping me comfy and trying different approaches, i walked, did stairs, bounced on the medicine ball, tried different positions etc. Eventually labor started to progress but still not dilating much but then baby's heart rate started to drop and after about 10mins my midwife thought it best to call for an ambulance. Ambulance came, we got in and headed to the hospital; My midwife and doula met us as the hospital, informed the doctor of my birth plans and were with me throughout till my little guy arrived. My widwife was actually the one who came up with using the towel tug o war method to help me deliver after everything else had failed and the doctors were pushing for an epidural (which i didn't want). After 40+ hours of labor, i was overjoyed to be holding our baby and blessed to have been able to do it as i'd planned in my birth plan, with a few tweaks here and there lol; all thanks to my midwives and doula who were my advocates and backed up everything my husband and i asked for. Second baby is on the way and you already know which birthing center we'll be going back to!

Amazing experience with prenatal care, delivery, and postpartum support. We felt listened to,…read moresupported, and cared for each step of the way. I really appreciated the time providers took to fully answer my questions and how many went above and beyond what I expected. Being able to birth my baby in a space where I felt safe and cared for was truly a gift.

The Minnesota birth center is fantastic! I couldn't recommend them more, they are so attentive,…read morecaring, and helpful. The environment is very relaxed. All the midwife's are so great! If you have a concern they really take the time to talk about it, and explain how things work. Ive heard bad stories of IUD placements, mine went so well and smooth. She walked me through what she was doing, offered/and did stop or wait when I asked. By far the best team and people EVER, I couldn't be happier!!!

What can I say, Grace from The JWC was so key in our daughter's safe and joyful arrival! I cannot…read morerecommend Grace enough. I took her Daddy Doula class beforehand which was great in giving me resources as well as helping to wrap my brain around what to expect with the upcoming labor. She was also able to be with us in my wife's labor and followed us to the hospital. Having her there allowed me to be better in my focus on my wife, my daughter, the staff, the event, etc... She provided guidance and an empowering calm that was greatly appreciated. I had never heard of a doula before meeting Grace and we are so blessed that she was able to be there for our daughter's birth. You can better believe she will be at all of our future children's births as well. If your upcoming labor is your first or your 4th, do yourself a favor and obtain the services of Grace as your doula. Our daughter arrived safely thanks to Grace!

I cannot overstate how indispensable Grace was as our doula for the birth of our first child! Her…read moreintuition and extensive knowledge made such a huge difference for my husband and me in the whole birth experience. She trained my husband before the birth in counter pressure and labor position helps so he felt empowered to be there for me. We ended up giving birth at home (unplanned) and Grace not only provided pain relief with massage and position coaching, but also captured some perfect family moments on camera for us after delivery, then ran out to get us some supplies we needed. If you ask her to do something, she's quick and efficient. I rarely had to ask for anything because she has a knack for knowing what's needed without being asked. We will absolutely be hiring Grace for the upcoming birth of our second child!

If you are looking for someone who is compassionate, calm, and full of wisdom, Terri is the one for…read moreyou! She was such an important part of my pregnancy and was a key factor in my birth going so smoothly. I'm so grateful for Terri's presence during this season of my life. I felt like I had my own personal cheerleader! During the final weeks of pregnancy, I was facing a lot of stress and grief from losing a family member, and Terri's calm, gentle presence (along with her strong Christian faith) helped me navigate it all. I don't know how I would have done it without her. She provided clear, evidence-based resources and thoughtful hands-on guidance on positioning and exercises to encourage my baby to flip out of her breech position. When my baby wasn't dropping (which was hindering my body from going into labor), Terri shared a variety of techniques to support optimal body alignment which worked so well. Terri is quick to respond and truly listens. I never felt like I was bothering her; she checked in on me frequently and has continued to be a wonderful resource even now that I'm postpartum. Her genuine excitement about birth, babies, and empowering families shines through in everything she does. I am so thankful for her!

I found Twin Cities IV after doing thorough research online. My mom has cancer and her chiropractor…read morerecommended intravenous high dose vitamin C (IHDVC) . I sent them a message and they responded to me right away - literally within 5/10 minutes via text. I submitted the recommended paper work and even had a quick phone consult with the nursing staff. With that said, operationally they are on top of it and do a great job of communicating and filtering questions appropriately. What I especially appreciate about Twin Cities IV is their ability to accommodate to their clients. I was connected with Nurse Stephanie, and she was able to schedule my mom's IV treatment for the same day as sign up AND they travel to their clients homes, so she was able to come to my mom's home and administer the IV treatment - which was fantastic. Several other companies I checked in with were booked out about a week and prices were much higher. I liked the fact that my mom could get treatment in her home on her schedule with the same nurse each time. Nurse Stephanie provided my mom with her contact information and was great at communicating. She did her best at getting us in for treatments on short notice and was very accommodating to my mom when providing treatment. From quality, to price, ease of access and communication I rate Twin Cities IV a 10/10 and would recommend to anyone looking for added health and wellness benefits via IV all from the comfort of their home!

From start to finish, I had an excellent experience with Twin Cities IV…read more I submitted an appointment request online, and the dispatcher texted me within minutes to let me know that she was contacting one of their nurses, and then let me know that the nurse would be able to do the appointment at the requested time - just under three hours from when I scheduled. Impressive! My nurse, Tressa, was incredible. She let me know she was going to be a little late because of another appointment, and proactively offered a free Add In as compensation. When she arrived, she was fast and so sweet and helpful. She explained what was in the bag, and added another anti-nausea med. She was also great about explaining how long things might take to kick in. Pricing was great, especially when compared to other options or an ER wait. I took a nap after the appointment and felt so much better when I woke up. 5 star experience, easily!

I truly cannot say enough great things about Active Health! I started going here early in my second…read morepregnancy due to migraines, and Dr. Finden and her team were absolutely incredible at helping me manage those, plus assorted pregnancy aches & pains! Dr. Finden is so warm and knowledgeable, I always felt like I was in the absolute best hands (which says a lot for someone who was originally nervous about chiropractic care!). Plus, Sue their office manager is hilarious and so wonderful to work with! I'm about a month postpartum now and plan to continue seeing them forever. Truly, they're that great!

Active Health Chiropractic has been my go-to place since moving to St. Paul in 2015. Dr. Danielle…read moreFinden and team have helped support my managed screen plan for a chronic autoimmune condition. Their treatment has helped keep my issues with inflammation well managed and I've also been above to continue to do the things I love to - working out, staying active and keeping up with my family. They treat everyone from athletes to expectant mothers and provide a holistic approach to care and patient supports During this time of COVID they've gone above and beyond to support those patients and there needs for safety with measures beyond CDC guidelines.

As a natural minded mama I LOVE this clinic. We drive over 30 minutes to come here - we've tried…read moreanother natural clinic and were not impressed- both professionals we've seen at Synergy (Dr. Perry and NP Corey Schuler) have been SUPER amazing. Corey made my teen son feel totally comfortable with his exam- was super relatable, funny and informative! Dr Perry is my baby's pediatrician and she is wonderful. Very kind, sweet, open to listening to all of my questions and concerns etc and very informative. I highly recommend this clinic, especially if you are a more natural minded parent.

I have been seeing Dr. Lake for over 10 years. My daughter sees her and my son sees Corey the NP…read more This clinic gives you a ton of time, attention and you can tell they truly care about you. I love that they are integrative using both traditional medicine and natural methods. The nursing staff is also great too as they are very caring. I have a complicated health history and Dr. Lake has been amazing at navigating it with me and connecting me to the right practitioners both traditional and integrative. God bless you all at Synergy! I highly recommend.

Dr Angie has made a huge difference with my pregnancy...with this third pregnancy, seeing Dr Angie…read moreI have been far more comfortable than with my first two! She has also made my two year old very comfortable with his adjustments, and my kids love going there because Dr Angie and Miss Trudy, the receptionist, keep it such a friendly atmosphere. *Update* We are still going to Dr Angie, and I am taking all three of my kids there. Firstly, I had the best labor I ever had, and I am convinced it was because of Dr Angie's care, putting my body in good alignment. I have a very happy baby, even my husband has commented how he thinks it is in large part due to the smooth labor and chiropractor adjustments. And my son, who had one foot turning out most of the time he walked, has had vast improvement. My kids love the office and argue about who gets to be adjusted first! Dr Angie and Trudy keep it a very positive and welcoming environment that my kids and I love!

Dr. Angie is working magic! My back and wrist pain is almost non existent and I have been a…read morededicated patient for 2 years. My sleep has also gotten better! The friendly energy extends from the front desk staff as well. Can't sing this place's praises enough. So happy they introduced me to the life changing ways of chiropractic care.