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.

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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Words can not describe how blessed we as a county are to have Sue and Shasta Midwives available as…read morean option to birthing women. Peaceful, informed, prepared, empowered, minimal intervention, fear-free, joyful... birth as it was meant to be. My birth at the Shasta Midwives birth center was the best day of my life. Restored my faith in myself as a strong capable mother. The midwives protected our family space, carefully monitored our safety, and trusted my mothers instincts...and there was not one instant where I did not like or felt out of control with what was happening. If you desire an out of hospital birth you cannot get better. thank you Sue

Words cannot express the gratitude that I feel for Sue Wolcott, Theresa Maurer (midwife assistant)…read moreand Andrea (assistant) who assisted me dar a luz, "bring light/birth" into this world in December 2016 to a healthy boy. I was so lucky to find Sue after my family and I relocated to Shasta when I was 37 weeks pregnant. From the very beginning my interactions with Sue and her team were always positive and full of learning. Sue has such a kind way of explaining everything there is to know about birthing and answering all questions in a non-judgmental and knowledgeable manner --she's also extremely funny which made all of our visits a delight. Such a profound honor it is to be stepping from maiden into the birthright that is Mother and it's a real privilege to be cared for by a strong, kind, and powerful women. I am deeply grateful to Sue Wolcott and her assistants for holding patience and positivity during my long labor. They drove during a blizzard, had little sleep and despite it all showed love and compassion all the way through. From a deep place in my heart words cannot explain the gratitude that I have even more than these words can express for these three women. Sue and her team provided excellent, personalized care that every wombyn needs during such a delicate time. She trusts your body to do what it was meant to do and works as your advocate throughout the whole process - including the post-partum period. As I said earlier on, I couldn't be more grateful and happy with my experience and strongly recommend Sue's services to everyone. I do intend to return to this center for my second birth. Holy Ix Chel Mother of all pray for us now and at the hour of our trials.

Sarah brought me so much peace of mind throughout my entire pregnancy and birthing experience. I…read morehad a high risk pregnancy, and Sarah blew me away with all of the resources she collected for me, including digital resources and also connecting with her network of doulas to share with me stories of women with similar pregnancy complications. She helped my husband and me prepare for the hospital--both our physical belongings and creating a list of things we wanted to educate ourselves on so we could advocate for ourselves. Our prenatal meetings were so helpful, as Sarah was incredibly organized while I was still suffering from pregnancy brain. Sarah was supportive in the hospital, reminding me of the questions I told her I wanted to ask the medical staff. When my labor became active and progressed incredibly quickly (like, 2 hours quickly), Sarah helped to keep me as calm as a contracting woman can be, got the nurses in the room for me, and was the most amazing coach. I don't remember much from my active pushing time, but I do clearly remember Sarah's suggestions and how I noticed the helped me to be more efficient with my energy. If I have another child, I will not hesitate to snag Sarah as my doula again.

Amazing Doula, she was everything we didn't know we needed. Would recommend and hire again.read more

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!

Words won't be able to express how amazing Te'sa is. I cannot imagine being pregnant or going…read morethrough labor without her. Every expectant mother, no matter if it's your first or 10th, needs Te'sa. It will completely change your experience of pregnancy and labor. Throughout my pregnancy with my son she had THE BEST wisdom and knowledge to offer me whenever I had a question or concern- emotional struggles, diet, breastfeeding, physical concerns, newborn baby questions, insurance confusion, hospital policies and routines, and so much more. She was available anytime I needed (which was a bunch), and she never made me feel rushed. She was so prompt and thorough with her communication. I always felt so cared for and listened to- a big deal when your pregnant and you see tons of medical professionals who all have their own opinions. I had such fear and anxiety at becoming a new mom, but her gentle strength always made me feel safe and hopeful. Having her as my doula built my confidence as the months went by. We had a hospital birth, and she was exactly what I needed in those moments. She knew what we needed when we needed it (like knowing when I was needing water but couldn't communicate, or getting photos and videos of the birth when me and my husband completely spaced about it ). Now I have an absolutely beautiful healthy baby boy. I am loving being a mom, and now feel every choice I made (with Te'sa's help) was the right one. Thanks to T, the journey of pregnancy and motherhood became a fun and wonderful adventure.

Having Tesa ballanco as my birth doula made my whole birth experience more comfortable in mind and…read morebody. I WANT TO TELL ALL PREGNANT WOMEN having a doula is so much better for your experience..they know more about what you are going though than your male partner .Tesa was abel to relieve my pains with her knowledge ..and there was a point during contractions i wanted neither a nurse or husband to hold my hand,instead i called for Tesa. I only regret i didn't know with my first child what i learned with my second..birth doulas are angels to pregnant women. She was also there with me after for postpartum visits. Im very thankful for Tesa and her helping me deliver my beautiful ten pound baby girl.

I went to Shelley because I was a regular customer of Dale the Chiropractor she shares a suite…read morewith. I had gone on a long work trip to DC and slept on an air mattress for 4 months. It was also a really stressful work trip and my back and neck were killing me so I decided to get my first ever paid massage. I was blown away at the attention to detail Shelley took over the entire hour. It was so relaxing. She spent time talking me through my ailments before she started and coached me through things I could do at home to help myself. I took her advice on the pillow under my knees and that has been helpful already. I just purchased an hour long massage for my friend's birthday.

Shelley Giambastiani was amazing. It was my first time there and she made me feel so comfortable…read moreand at ease. She's was very professional and knew so much and talked me through everything she was doing and why. Would defiantly come back again for sure!!!