This is a review for the preschool. Sarah the director is an excellent sales woman. When I toured…read moresunnyside she told me about their aftercare program which included yoga. Sounded cool! I sent them an $1800 deposit and first month's tuition but when I asked about signing my daughter up for aftercare they told me it was not available for all students and there was a waitlist. I went to speak to Kathy, an admin, in person and she confessed that her waitlist was not "real" and that it was based on who they deemed needed it the most once school started. Huh? My husband and I told them we needed it and couldn't make it work without aftercare. They said they could not make room for us in aftercare and also that they would not refund our deposit OR our first month's tuition even though it was two weeks before the start of school. They took $1800 from us based on promises they could not or would not deliver on. Skip this pre-school! It's a cash grab.

This is a review for the preschool. The priorities of this school seem to be focused on raising…read moremoney and having a cult of celebrity and wealthy parents, NOT on the children. The values here are very off -- this is a money and power focused preschool. If those are your values, this may be the place for you. However, if you value an inclusive, warm, kind, supportive place that focuses on developing the whole child, with values such as empathy and compassion, look elsewhere. Sarah and her assistant Kathy are entitled, grandiose and narcissistic and very insincere and money focused. As leaders of this school, they certainly do not cultivate a warm, inclusive place where all are welcomed, even though they sell it hard. Don't be fooled.

I will forever be grateful to The Family Room. I joined in my second month postpartum after a…read morefriend - who had previously attended - suggested it. The new parent classes have been everything I need. Having a consistent, knowledgeable, caring instructor provides a sense of calm and knowledge to help navigate a truly wild transition. If you can take a class with Liz - DO IT. The most important thing, though, is the community. You're paired with moms and babies all at the same stage, so you've got similar struggles, advice, and real time support. Plus lifelong friends. I came to the family room after finishing a postpartum therapy group and struggling to know where my community was. I'm so happy to find it here. If you're a new parent looking for a place to land and want others who will celebrate and cry with you and become your village, consider The Family Room.

Came for mom community, left for a burrito…read more I joined The Family Room when my daughter was about three months old because I was a happy, exhausted, completely-in-love new mom who genuinely wanted to meet other mothers and socialize my baby. And apparently that was my first mistake. And yes I did attend and am not a fake review or a bot. I had waited so long to become a mom that even the sleep deprivation, middle-of-the-night feeds, and newborn chaos felt like a privilege to me. I was tired, absolutely, but I was also genuinely in bliss. Meanwhile, so much of the conversation seemed to revolve around how miserable everyone was from the lack of sleep and night feeds. I quickly learned that being the mom who was actually happy to be there did not exactly earn you membership into the Cool Moms Club™. I was actually the one who created our group text. I collected everyone's numbers and started it because I genuinely wanted us to stay connected outside of class and have a little community of new moms supporting one another. Ironically, I somehow became the person slowly excluded from the very group I created. As I got busier handling my businesses and couldn't attend every single class, the dynamic gradually changed. Then one of the last moms to join eventually asked me to essentially hand over control of the group chat I had created so they could continue it without me. The audacity was almost impressive. At that point I decided everyone could create their own group chat, wished them well in spirit, blocked the whole situation, and carried on with my life. Nothing quite says "supporting women during one of the most vulnerable transitions of their lives" like staging a tiny corporate takeover of another mother's group text. The part that really bothered me, though, was the lack of support from someone who was actually supposed to be providing it. I came to a lactation specialist with a breastfeeding concern and felt completely dismissed, while the mother sitting right next to me brought up essentially the same issue and received attention and support. I remember sitting there feeling completely invisible. I walked out crying and that was my last class. Shame on you for playing favorites. I was also one of only a couple of mothers breastfeeding, and whether that played into the dynamic, I can't say. But there was definitely an odd competitive energy around everything. My husband came with me to one of the new parent groups, and because space was limited, there were complaints. Then suddenly other husbands started showing up too, and somehow even bringing your spouse to a parenting group began to feel like an Olympic event. The whole experience started feeling less like "new moms supporting new moms" and more like a high school cafeteria with middle school girls rather than women lifting other women up. There was gossip. There was making fun of people. There were obvious cliques. There was a strange obsession with being one of the cool moms. And here I was thinking these babies are blessings why is everyone so miserable to have a baby? Maybe I simply landed in an unfortunate group, and I sincerely hope other mothers have had warmer experiences. But those first months of motherhood are incredibly tender. Women walk into spaces like this hoping to find community, reassurance, and maybe someone who understands what 3 a.m. feels like. No new mother deserves to walk out feeling invisible or deliberately excluded. Eventually, I stopped going. I got myself a burrito instead with my sidekick daughter in tow. The burrito was warm, comforting, dependable, and never once attempted a hostile takeover of my group chat. 10/10 for the burrito. Would absolutely choose it again.

My Postpartum Doula Workshop experience was truly life changing. It was positive, eye opening,…read moreinspiring, and, at times, overwhelming in the very best way. From the moment I walked in, I felt like I was in such a safe, welcoming space. The energy was incredible, and being surrounded by such a wonderful group of women made the experience even more special. There was so much learning, sharing, encouragement, and connection. And Kathrin, our trainer, was absolutely amazing. Her knowledge, passion, the way she guided us through the workshop made such an impact on me. She created an environment where I felt comfortable learning and truly taking in everything this beautiful work has to offer. Honestly, I would do this workshop all over again not because I needed to, but because I would love to experience that same energy and connection with another group of women. Every group brings something different, and I can only imagine how beautiful each experience can be. I highly recommend Kathrin's Postpartum Doula Workshop to anyone who is interested in becoming a postpartum doula. It is an experience I will carry with me as I begin this new chapter. Lizette

Ana Paula is a wealth of knowledge and compassion. She's a beautiful mix of warm and calming with a…read morefun energy and the utmost professionalism.

We absolutely LOVE this class. It's like Ms Rachel LIVE for the kiddos with interactive toys and…read morestory time. Our absolutely favorite is Ana- she is a beautiful singer, so engaged with the kids, and just lovely. We also love going to classes with Aaron and Michael too. We've been coming since our Josie was 5 months- but really committed at the 1 yr mark- and come once or twice a week as part of our routine. She's really blossomed and the social and kid interaction is a plus! On a separate mommy note: the facilities are so clean, toys sterilized after each class, and booking process so easy- and a very fair value on the bundles! Thank you for being a valuable member of our community!

What A Babe is soooo fun! What a great way to play with and get baby out of the house. Perfect for…read moremusic, sensory activity + socialization! And it's great for parents socialization too. My baby has such a fun time in class and enjoys playing with every instrument. Don't even get us started on the BUBBLES! The studio is super clean for germaphobes like me and everyone is SO nice. What a fun activity with lots of class times for every schedule. Parking is also super easy downstairs or outside in the lot.

Sharon is a very special and one of a kind birth specialist. She has a great medical background, is…read moreenthusiastic, and just pure joy to work with. We met her initially at a class through the Mother's Haven and were so impressed by her that we ended up booking a private session. Sharon was thoughtful, focused on our questions/concerns and honestly made some of the scarier components of giving birth fun. Highly recommend her and would sign up for one of her sessions again in a heartbeat.

This review was a long time coming. My little angel came three weeks early and we have been rocking…read moreat life ever since. He is a happy and healthy baby boy. Sharon is such a wonderful person. My husband and I found her through Yelp and had a great time in her Lamaze class and early infant class. Sharon was so welcoming and made the experience as first time parents so special for us and eased a lot of our anxiety. I don't think I would have been as mentally prepared as I was if I did not take her classes. I would even say emotionally too because I had to do a lot of healing with losing my first angel. Thank you so much Sharon. Our little Rami is doing wonderful. You were such a great impact on our journey as first time parents and have our upmost respect. Please keep doing what you're doing because first time parents really need you!

My mommy and me experience was absolutely amazing! Jasmine lead our sessions and she is such a…read morewelcoming, loving, and knowledgeable person. She would teach us all the fun mommy and me songs and each week would go over a specific topic. I loved how reassuring she was and would provide us evidence-based recommendations along with her own experiences as a mom. I absolutely enjoyed going to our sessions every Friday and was sad when I had to go back to work. My group still have our text groups and keep each other updated and have occasionally gotten together. Overall, I highly recommend The Wright Mommy and Me classes especially for new moms. It really helped me navigate through the rollercoaster of postpartum and will forever cherish the memories and support.

The Wright Mommy and Me program has been one of the best parts of my early motherhood journey. I…read morejoined with my son Levi, and every week felt like a breath of fresh air. The curriculum is thoughtful, supportive, and genuinely helpful for first-time moms navigating all the big (and small!) questions. What truly makes the experience special is Caren. She is warm, knowledgeable, and creates a space where every mom feels seen, supported, and encouraged. I always left class feeling more confident and connected. If you're a new parent looking for community, guidance, and a place where you and your baby can grow together, I can't recommend Wright Mommy and Me and Caren enough. It's truly a gift during those early months.

I tell every expecting and new mama that I talk to that they NEED to join The Wright Mommy and Me…read moreClasses! This was the absolute best thing that I did for myself as I transitioned to motherhood! These classes not only give you a "handbook" of sorts to navigated every twist and turn of the first year, but also an incredible support group of welcoming, accepting and loving new mamas to go through it with! Without a doubt, JOIN THIS GROUP! You won't be sorry! Also, Heather is AMAZING! And despite having to move to Zoom classes, it is still totally worth it! I'm so grateful for the support and guidance that this group provides every single week.

I've had multiple babies and done these clases each time. They're so wonderful for mom and baby! I…read morecan't imagine getting through the first year without these amazing teachers and supportive moms.

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.

I have had the privilege of working with Erica as a first time mom. She did a great job with…read morehelping to work through some of the concerns that I have had that were affecting the way that I dealt with my son. What I liked about Erica was her method of questioning rather than just telling me what she thought. She asked me what my thoughts were when I shared something with her, and she helped me explore what messages my actions might be unintentionally sending to my family. She helped me come to my own conclusions rather than feeding me information that didn't ring true to my situation. She suggested a few books that could help me work through my situation. I left our session feeling like I had the tools to start making the necessary changes. It was a pleasure meeting with her in her calm and aesthetically pleasing office. She was inviting and welcoming which put me completely at ease.

I highly recommend Erica Stephenson. I took her class Presence in Parenting and learned so much…read more I found Erica to be educated, caring and the way she conveyed information was extremely helpful. In my opinion one of the best attribute about Erica is she does not tell you how you should parent or handle a situation. She identifies your parenting style and needs and presents options to you. In addition, I had a one on one consultation regarding choosing the best type of preschool for my son. Erica explained various philosophies and other key features when looking at schools. Her information has been invaluable during my preschool search.

Coach K gave an awesome presentation at my kids' school and I was so impressed that I scheduled a…read moreconsultation with her. I bought a basic package with three sessions. That included coaching in between. I was able to text or e-mail Coach K with questions or problems and she always responded quickly and thoughtfully. I don't always agree with my husband on everything when it comes to parenting. Coach K helped me figure out how to draw certain boundaries with our kids while respecting the relationship he has with our boys. Coach K helped us tackle issues surrounding use of electronics, effective communication and chores among other things. Time spent with Coach K made such a positive difference in our family. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Coach K.

I reached out to Coach K about 3 months ago, right before virtual learning school was about to…read morestart because I knew this would be a challenge having 3 kids home all day and 2 of them doing virtual learning. I needed help with my patience, getting them to listen to me, fighting amongst siblings, me not loosing my temper ect. After the first call I just knew that she could help, I loved everything she had to say and it felt right. She held my hand and was always there for me over the last few months as I learned boundaries, learned how to be a loving leader and gave me the most amazing tools to parent with. I am so much more confident in my parenting, which makes me so much calmer and more peaceful with my kids. Our home environment is so much more harmonious. I could not be happier for Coach K's guidance. I believe she came into my life at the most perfect and much needed time! I am so grateful for her!