Faith and the NOVA team are truly first rate…read more Expertise is on pace with any doc we spoke to. The guidance and peace of mind was priceless. We cannot recommend them enough. Easily the best money we've spent in regards to the birth process. Joslyn has been a huge help with the baby at night and treats him like her own. She has offered expertise and little hacks here and there that have made a huge difference for us in getting acclimated as new parents (hello pace feeding). we only wish there were more of her! We feel so blessed to have found NOVA and confidently recommend them to anyone, even though we would selfishly like it if we could keep them for ourselves. God Bless!

EDIT: This company would rather argue their justification…read morethan just make corrections. My review remains with one agreed correction: 8 night nannies were not hired, we started the process of hiring 8 that fell through at different points like dropping contact/no shows. As an SBO myself I would never provide a negative review unless absolutely warranted. I did see another review where a customer allegedly felt Faith made some between-the-lines implications for leaving a review and I see where they would think that as Faith reached out to me about this review in a very threatening manner, stating they are noting this record and it may violate Yelps content/ privacy standards and apparently has asked for its removal. Yikes! *END EDIT Absolutely avoid this business at all costs. They have you pay your entire contract upfront - which is almost unheard of. The rate is nonrefundable, even if they do not provide you services. I'm out over $2k because we cancelled our contract early after 8 no-show night nannies. 8 times their employee either didn't show up or cancelled hours before. The last night nanny that called out day of service even contacted us saying that if we get a refund, she doesn't get paid. The company lied and exaggerated issues for no shows to make it more justifiably (as seen in the text attached). The nanny called us night of the accident saying she was fine AND she was on a flight for a trip the next day. Faith called it a "near deadly accident". Disgusting business dealings. Not only are they lying, but also putting them in such a desperate situation where the nanny is forced to reach out to the customer and guilt us to not taking a refund (second pic). We've since found another company to work with and they have been amazing, reliable, and professional.

My experience with Laura and Premier Lactation Services was very positive. We had a variety of…read morebreastfeeding challenges including food allergies, lip tie, nursing aversions, long nursing sessions, biting, etc. Laura made me feel comfortable and supported throughout the experience. I really appreciated that Laura came to my home to assess us instead of having to travel anywhere. She brought the scale and watched a nursing session, assessed baby's latch, and took a comprehensive history. She was very kind and understanding and genuinely wanted to help. After this visit she followed up with emails and phone calls to check in on us. She was available for calls/texts/emails when I had questions. I really appreciated this continuing support when I was so exhausted and exasperated with the issues we were facing.

When my daughter had what we found to be dual lip-ties AND a tongue tie, I called my midwives…read moredespondent. They quickly recommended PLS and gave me the cell # of LC Laura within minutes. We had an appointment with her the next day-- on a weekend, no less! Laura, throughout my time with her, has been responsive and accessible. She diagnosed the ties and provided follow-up support in person-- and was accessible 24/7, it seemed like. I could text, call, or have her come to my house at the drop of a hat. I don't know how she does it! You and your bebes will be in excellent hands with her!! (Or any of her other co-workers, I'm sure). As I told her during our discharge, I hope to not need her services again with any potential little ones, but I am very thankful I know where to turn if I do.

I absolutely recommend Sheeba Asad. I am going here as a Primary Care. She is thorough and really…read morelistens to her patients. Since coming here I feel like I have a good team in place and not someone who is just pushing meds for the sake of it. She really gets to the root of the problem. Highly recommend!

If you're interested in a home birth + midwife around Takoma Park, look no further. Rachel is…read moreprofessional and empathetic, reassuring and earnest. If I could have all of my babies with Rachel, I would. This is my 5-star experience from start to finish: Pregnancy: I reached out to her when I had a subpar bedside manner experience at George Washington Hospital for my low-risk pregnancy. I couldn't imagine moving forward in maternity care with rotating OBs and random residents. I really wanted a home birth, but also wanted to find a midwife who would have an emergency transfer plan and not recklessly force a home birth. Cue Rachel! My husband and I both looked forward to cozy monthly appointments with her--she ensured that we were educated on important topics by guiding us through a few discussion points at every meeting. I never felt overwhelmed by information (or at a loss of what to ask). If she wasn't 100% certain about an answer to a question, she was honest about it and pointed me towards resources. Labor & Delivery: As I approached my due date, she was available by phone to discuss my uncertainty about whether or not my water broke. She arrived within an hour of us calling during active labor. She was with me during literally every contraction, tirelessly applying counter pressure, checking baby's heart rate, guiding my breath, and juggling a billion other things that I didn't know about. When I hemorrhaged during birth, she so acted quickly and calmly with Pitocin and a fundal massage that I didn't even realize the severity of the situation. There is nothing as delightful as being in my own bed eating my own food 10 minutes after giving birth, and Rachel facilitated it all so gracefully. Home births are messy (duh) and Rachel brought so much equipment, but she and the second midwife left our apartment cleaner than when they came. Postpartum & Misc Thoughts: I had so many follow-up appointments with Rachel where we were able to address everything from my baby's health to breastfeeding to my physical wellbeing and spiraling emotions. Paying a flat fee for ALL pregnancy through postpartum care is amazing--no hidden bills or up-charged items at the hospital (she administered multiple IVs during labor and didn't have to think twice about $$). There's an annual community gathering of her current and past clients, which is really special! The bond we built over the span of 9 months with Rachel is incredible and she will forever be an important person in our lives.

I had the most incredible experience with Rock Creek Midwifery and cannot recommend them highly…read moreenough. Rachel, my midwife, was gentle, caring, and deeply respectful of my needs, while also being completely professional and grounded in her expertise. Throughout my pregnancy, Rachel led me through so much more beyond standard care - like prenatal nutrition, emotional well-being, and many "what if? have we considered...?" topics. I never felt rushed during our appointments. When labor came, it lasted much longer than expected, but Rachel guided me through every moment, keeping me focused and positive. Working closely with my doula, she created a series of labor positions that helped my sunny-side-up baby make his way earthside. Her skills, patience, and steady presence were everything I needed. After the birth, Rachel continued to show up with the same care and professionalism through at-home postpartum visits, which supported my goal of self-imposed bed rest and allowed me to stay in a peaceful bubble of recovery. I felt truly cared for from start to finish. If you are considering a home birth, I wholeheartedly recommend Rachel and Rock Creek Midwifery.

Having a baby is one of the most rewarding yet terrifying things you can experience in life. If…read moreyou're a parent you already know how the hospital just sends you on your way after a few days in recovery with no instruction manual or help desk number. Luckily my wife did some research and convinced me to hire doulas. We had the pleasure of working with Betsy and her team of doulas who consistently perform magic to soothe and care for our baby. Simultaneously, they teach us parenting techniques, act as our therapist, and most importantly allow us to catch up on sleep. They truly provide care to the whole family. It's also a lot better than having in laws come "help". I definitely recommend Metropolitan Doulas. It has 100% helped me enjoy being a new dad with their help to reduce the fear and anxiety of being a new parent.

Had a wonderful experience with Becca/Rebekah. She provided us with an introduction to parenthood…read moreincluding diapering, sleep habits, and answered our million questions. We felt incredibly supported.

Where do I start? Everyone is incredible here! They treat you with respect and ensure you know…read moreyou're valued. They listen to your requests and accommodate to the best of their abilities. They are nice and sweet. I just love this place! It feels like a spa visit whenever I come in! None of the pressures of OBGYN offices. I usually have a white coat syndrome in OB offices. Not here. Also, the birthing rooms are awesome and are covered by my insurance. Just overall amazing experiences every time I'm here!

There aren't enough words to describe how much I love Premier birth center. The staff, the care,…read moreand the sense of friendship/family you will not get anywhere else imo. I initially went here when I was pregnant with my Covid baby that was due December of 2020. The thought of going to the hospital during that time terrified me and a family member had mentioned having her baby at premier so I decided to check it out. Needless to say once I did I knew it was the right place to birth my baby. Everyone made me feel safe and welcomed. I was allowed visitors and I wasn't forced to wear a mask during my labor. Fast forward a couple years and I had my 3rd baby in October of 2023 so 2 of my babies were born there!They always greet us with the biggest smiles and they genuinely love seeing how big the kids have gotten. It feels like a family at this point. My birth experiences have been absolutely amazing with Premier and I cannot recommend them enough!

Karen King was great! Lets be honest no one likes going to the "lady doctor", but Karen makes it…read moreas easy as possible! She was actually interested and met with me before in her office, she listened to my concerns and then got through the rough stuff quickly and professionaly. This is my second try in the area and I'm gonna stick with this one!

Karen was thoughtful, thorough, listened to me - and what I appreciate most, not an alarmist. She…read moremade an extra effort to connect with me personally and make sure I felt heard and validated. It was a welcome change from the routine, quick visits I had been having with a much larger and less personal obgyn practice.

We are incredibly grateful for the services Ms. Fatma has provided for our 4-year-old daughter. She…read morehas been a true blessing in helping with our child's occupational therapy, particularly with addressing her Primitive Reflexes. Ms. Fatma consistently takes the time to thoughtfully prepare for each session, offering meaningful exercises and activities that cater to our child's needs. What we truly appreciate is how she goes above and beyond by working with our daughter in the classroom setting through her visits or during a private setting, as well as providing us and the teachers with helpful resources to better support her development. We are extremely satisfied with Ms. Fatma's approach--her attention to detail, her warm and caring personality, and her ability to connect with our toddler in such a positive and encouraging way. Our daughter absolutely looks forward to her sessions and gets excited every time she knows Ms. Fatma will be there. It's clear that Ms. Fatma has formed a wonderful bond with her and she feels safe around her, we feel so fortunate to have her as part of our child's development journey. Thank you, Ms. Fatma, for your dedication and exceptional care!