Fountain Day School is perfection for preschool. The school has the most amazing teachers and…read moreadministrators. It is a family run business in literally every way. Most of the teachers and administration has been with the school for at least 10-20 years, which says a lot. The teachers are incredible, loving, and thoughtful about ensuring the children are reaching age appropriate milestones. Our daughter was thoroughly academically prepared for Kindergarten when she graduated. The school also attracts the most wonderful community of families, and we have made incredible friends. Finally, the school provides the children healthy lunches and year round (included) swim lessons. I don't haven enough positive things to say about it.

Amazing teachers and staff. Both of my kids loved their years at FDS. All around best preschool in…read moretown.

This is an amazing daycare, especially if you want to pay by the hour and need more flexibility or…read morecan't afford or don't want full-time childcare. All the teachers and staff are top-notch and so sweet. Our kid loves coming here, and I know that she is safe and well cared for. It's clean, organized, and professional. The teachers give you a rundown every day of meals, naps, photos, activities, etc. and do lessons, arts n' crafts, music time, etc. with the kids. There's a little outdoor area where the kids play. They provide diapers. It's all wonderful. If we could swing it with our schedules, I'd put our kid in here full-time! A few things to consider about the Hollywood location: 1) Parking when doing drop-offs and pick-ups can be a little hectic at peak times. Lots of cars navigating down the street. 2) Sometimes parking enforcement lurks close by -- so do a quick check if you're parking in a no parking zone for a quick drop-off. (Yes, I have gotten a ticket before.) Even if you see every other caregiver/parent parking in a no parking zone, you still might get a ticket if you do the same. If there are a ton of pick-ups happening, I think it's less likely they'll ticket just you, but if there aren't a lot of cars, just be on the look out! 3) I know what you're thinking: "Well, I won't be an idiot like you and park in a no parking zone." You'll see the allure of parking in these no parking zones when there are no other close by spots to drop off or pick up your kid. Basically, watch out for parking enforcement nearby! 4) You have to pack your own lunch and snacks or buy lunch or snacks there. Which is fine! But some other daycares provide their own meals. I think that would be tricky with the Brella program though, as it's a pay-by-the-hour system. 5) The Early Bird program is the only sure way to get consistent hours for your kid every month. Once you're on that list, you're set. There is a waitlist (usually). Otherwise, the spots fill up fast and it's nearly impossible to book a routine schedule. 6) There is no 6. I just want to say again how excellent the staff and teachers are at this facility. The end.

Our Honest Experience with Brella After 6 Months…read more After six months at Brella, and now that we've found a new daycare, I wanted to share our honest experience. Booking Brella uses an app for monthly childcare bookings, which open on the 20th at 10 a.m. For the past three months, the app has frozen during booking time, leaving my husband and me spending hours trying to secure spots for our son. Honestly, it's easier to get tickets to a Beyoncé or Taylor Swift concert than to book childcare at Brella. Dependability While Brella advertises full-time childcare flexibility, that hasn't been our experience. For the last three months, we've been waitlisted at least two days each week--for example, every Monday and Tuesday in November. After repeatedly asking in October, we were finally taken off the waitlist, but the inconsistency has been stressful. They also offer "early booking," which we requested access to, only to be told we were waitlisted for that as well. For working parents, this level of unpredictability makes Brella an unreliable option. We've had to use PTO or ask our in-laws to drive over two hours just to help cover childcare gaps. Quality and Communication Several of our favorite teachers have been let go, which was disappointing. Brella is also supposed to send daily photos and lesson plans, but there are days we receive no updates--or just a single photo of the back of our son's head. Overall For such a premium-priced childcare option, Brella has significant issues to address--from booking reliability to staffing and communication. While there are aspects we appreciated early on, it ultimately wasn't dependable enough for our family's needs.

As a first-time mom, I never imagined breastfeeding would be so hard. I thought it would come…read morenaturally, but the day my daughter was born, I was completely overwhelmed. I couldn't even figure out how to hold her to breastfeed, let alone get her to latch. Exhausted, emotional, and panicked, I reached out to Sarah that day. Sarah came to my house the day I got back from the hospital. From that first visit onward, she became such an incredible source of knowledge, encouragement, and reassurance throughout our entire breastfeeding journey. No matter how big or small the concern, she always responded within minutes whenever I had an emergency or needed guidance. Knowing she was only a message away gave me so much confidence during a time that felt incredibly overwhelming. What truly sets Sarah apart is that her support went far beyond breastfeeding. She empowered both me and my husband to feel confident as new parents. She encouraged us to step outside our comfort zone, even helping us build the confidence to take our baby out in public for the first time. What once felt intimidating became manageable because we knew we had her guidance and support. Sarah was there from the very beginning until the end of our breastfeeding journey, cheering us on every step of the way. Her kindness, compassion, expertise, and unwavering dedication made an immeasurable difference in our lives. I genuinely don't know how we would have gotten through those early months without her.

I had my first visit today and I am just sad I didn't go sooner. Sarah was amazing, I felt so safe…read moreand supported. I honestly did not know why I was going but I left with a plan and so thankful I decided to go.

I can't express in words just how invaluable Marilee and her team at ECDA have been to me and for…read moreour family. I've had two kids graduate from her toddler program over the last few years and I can't wait to enroll my third child when the time comes. ECDA is a wonderful preschool prep program and support group for parents and care givers alike. While the children learned and played in one room, the parents stayed close by to participate in group discussions each week. It was a great way to check in and have the opportunity to ask questions and talk about what worked and wasn't working for everyone. It really helped me navigate parenthood and all the challenging times that arise during those first few crucial years of parenting and raising children. The class notes that get emailed to everyone ahead of each class have been so fabulous to use as a reference point on numerous occasions. I don't know what I would have done without Marilee and all of her wisdom. My children still talk about her and her classes and especially love to look back at photos and videos of their time spent there. The support, knowledge and friendships formed by attending these classes have been simply priceless!

I started sending my daughter here when she was 15 months old. Twice a week, our nanny would bring…read moreher for two-hour sessions filled with music, story time, crafts, sensory play and imaginative play. But the programming isn't just for the kids. Every week, there's also a new parenting topic that caregivers discuss in a circle as the children do their activities in a different room, supervised by fun and caring teachers. I can honestly say that reading the handouts every week, learning from my nanny about her takeaways, and occasionally dropping in on the classes has made me a better parent this past year. I am more compassionate and empathetic to my child, I have better social and psychological tools to create consistent boundaries, and I know that I have somewhere to turn whenever the latest crazy stage of toddlerhood hits our household (tantrums, potty training, picky eating, poor sleep, aggression). I never felt judged or lectured. I always felt supported and uplifted. And on a personal note, Marilee was able to identify mild sensory issues (sight, touch and hearing) in my toddler. Marilee taught her (and us!) simple coping skills to avoid becoming overwhelmed by her fears and emotions. Without these insights, there's no doubt that I would be treating these sensory issues as "disobedience" and trying to punish her for them, which is frustrating and hurtful for the kid and ultimately counter-productive for the family. I wish every parent had access to a group like ECDA.

Really disappointed in my experience today. I drove two hours to this location to support a local…read morebusiness. For one, I was not greeted or asked if I needed help when entering the store. More importantly, their website said the stroller I wanted was in stock and available in 4 hours for pickup, but when I got there it wasn't available for purchase and it had to be ordered. When I brought it up to the cashier, he said it was because they have it in store their inventory but not at the store? Huh?? After doing more digging I saw there was a "Terms and conditions" asterisk in fine print you have to click on to find out this information. All I saw was the green check mark that says "In stock and ready for pick up in 4 hours." Any other place I have ever been to- this would mean it would be in stock at the store. When I brought up, calmly, that this was confusing and they should fix it because I drove two hours to get to the store. The cashier said nothing. Not a "Aw geez, I'm sorry. I can understand your frustration and why that's confusing." I'm a reasonable person. I've worked in customer service all my life. The demeanor of the cashier alone has put me off from ever visiting this store again or recommending it. We went to Uppababy a few blocks down and they were SOOO kind that it completely made my day. All I needed was some kindness. To the owners of the Pump Station- the people using your website are most likely VERY tired moms. I personally am getting 3-4 hours of sleep a day. Tired moms need clear signage if something is in stock or not. Time is precious in this season of life. We also need KINDNESS. My body is broken and recovering from giving birth. I am exhausted! I would expect a place who sells baby items to understand this. Overall, would never recommend this place and will tell everyone I know that it was an awful experience.

Now that I am on my 3rd child, I keep coming back to The Pump Station. Each time I've gone there,…read moreI've had a great experience. The staff is friendly and attentive. Not only does the staff help with my indecisions, but they are also knowledgeable about all-things car seats, pumping, breastfeeding and more! It feels like a full-service experience and I am so glad they offer so many services and support in my city; I don't ever have to go elsewhere. Easy parking in the street or in their lot in the back. Convenient hours. Location cannot be beat!

They say people come into your life for a reason, season or lifetime. Well I'm incredibly lucky…read moreLimor came into my life. I have a healthier relationship and better understanding of my kids. Sure, there are books you can read, but who has the time??? I need easy, quick and efficient. Not only do I have more skills (always a work in progress) but I am able to pass the wisdom on to my children, so they have better communication and understanding of people. I'm not saying one visit and you're an expert, but each time I meet with Limor, I can see the progress and it is WONDERFUL! By the way, I'm not related, I'm leaving this review because I am passionate about having the best relationships with my kids. If anyone wants to improve their relationship with their kids, I say give it a try and see if she works for you. I believe you'll be at least a little better off than you were before. To anyone reading this, parenting is HARD! But with a better understanding of communication it can be a little easier. I am having more calmer discussions and my daughter is confiding in me. My only regret is.... I wish I would have started sooner. Limor, thank you so much!

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We cannot recommend Jenni June enough. She is epic! Like many new parents, we reached a point where…read morewe were exhausted and unsure what to do. Our daughter, would only fall asleep with us and was waking throughout the night. We were nervous about sleep training, but Jenni gave us a clear, science-based plan and the confidence to stick with it. In just a few days, the transformation was phenomenal. Olivia now falls asleep independently, sleeps in her crib for both naps and nighttime, connects her sleep cycles, and wakes up happy and well-rested. More importantly, Jenni didn't just tell us what to do, she explained why we were doing it, which made all the difference. She was always responsive, encouraging, and realistic. We never felt judged, and she prepared us for everything from travel and illness to future schedule changes so we feel confident moving forward on our own. Sleep training isn't always easy, but having an experienced coach guiding you through the process made it so much easier. It has truly been life-changing for our entire family. If you're on the fence, don't wait. We only wish we had called Jenni sooner. Thank you, Jenni, for helping our family get the gift of sleep back. We are incredibly grateful.

Stay far away from her. Like the other negative reviews say, she is a sales woman. I could tell…read morefrom our first conversation. She was super sweet and attentive and once I made the payment, she was horrible to work with. During our consult in which we agreed on a certain time, she made up an excuse of her being on pain meds and tried to reschedule our appointment. Also you should read through the contract CAREFULLY. I tried to cancel even before we did our consult and she stated she didn't do any refunds even before we started any type of service. Also any pediatrician will advise you not to do any type of sleep training before 6 months. I told her I wanted to keep at least 1 night feed. She said if I chose to do that she would workout a plan in which I could do so. But during what was SUPPOSE TO BE our consult, she said she wouldn't work with us unless we cut night feeds, for our FOUR MONTH OLD. There are so many other options and sleep consultants that actually care about you as a parents and your child. Do not choose her. I was FORTUNATELY able to get my money back by filing a claim against her.

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!

Pros: - clean site with a clean bathrooms also very handy…read morethey have diaper changing table - provides a variety classes for both adults and children - free playground site - great toys for children on the playground. Variety for all ages - friendly staff - resourceful Con: - the FREE playground is only on Thursdays which might now be convenient for some. I usually have my Thursday free to do any activity with my little one. When I found out that Well Baby Center has a FREE open playground I did not hesitate and contacted the site. I spoke with Allie whom was very attentive and sweet over the phone not only did she provide the information but, answered my questions. Upon my arrival. My little one ran over the hills and started to use the equipment. She LOVED it. Since then I have been coming for about 4 months now. What I loved the most aside from their playground of course was that they have an Instagram where I can check out future activities. Such as for Halloween, Summer splash, and much more.

Steffi is incredible. We have a high energy kid and within 2 months, our world has become so much…read moremore enjoyable. Steffi has given us so many tools to use and our kid is noticeably more calm and happy. And so are we!

Super fun and well maintained, took my niece for a dinosaur party, she had a blast! very…read morebeautifully done Abi and Emely were so helpful

I won't be back! I waited to make this review until I had been to her pediatrician…read more I took my 21 month old daughter on 7/7. I chose this one over the one we usually go to (west la) because my mom was getting a procedure done at cedars and I needed to be close when she was ready to go home. When I walked in at around 2:30 and the staff was nice. Checked in and dropped my bag in the cubby. My daughter who is obsessed with balls wanted to go in the ball pit first. So we did that. She was playing with the balls for quite some time when I noticed that a couple of the balls she was playing with had black dirt on them. I took her out immediately and headed somewhere else to have her play. Mind you, this place has nowhere for infants/new walkers to play safely away from bigger kids. There was a baby sitting in the middle of the floor, couldn't be more than 8-9 months, playing with a walker toy while kids ran around her. Fast forward Wednesday 7/8 comes and she has a full on rash on both her arms, legs and her butt. I took her to her pediatrician because it wouldn't go away and they said it was a viral infection. I saw that the owner had said they clean all day every day but at least while I was there the only "cleaning" I saw done was picking up the ball pit balls and putting them back. No sweeping, no mopping, no wiping down anything. Just sitting at the desk. If I was you I'd opt for the west LA / Brentwood location. They not only have a crawler/new walker area, but their parking is free and they were clean!