As a relatively recent transplant to the Valley I wasn't sure where to go for maternal support in…read morethe Valley. I happened to walk by this place at their old location on Ventura and am happy that later on I walked in. They carry some great and really reasonably priced breastfeeding supplies. I got a fantastic basic nursing bra for under $15, various parts for my pump, and my favorite milk storage bags (which are biodegradable and the same cost of the ones at Target which aren't). The selection of baby things (especially if you're looking for a baby gift) isn't particularly robust, but they truly have what you need to nurse. The new location is in my opinion, leaps and bounds better than the old. The space for classes is bigger, and parking (which you can find in the back) is much easier. It's also close to the VNSO park and trader joes so it's easy to swing by. I also cannot recommend highly enough the mommy-and-me classes I took there with Danielle Brooks. As a second time mom in wasn't sure if I needed a mommy-and-me class, but someone mentioned her class to me and I took a chance to go to it. Danielle truly taught me how to be a better mom, from gently crib training the baby to soothing the toddlers tantrums. It was one of the best decisions I made! All in all, this place is a great resource for moms in the Valley!

I've used the Pump Connection several times. Each time better than the last. Rebecca, the owner, is…read morefriendly, super helpful and kind. since I was such a great costumer she really helped me out by giving me great deals. She offers classes, boutique breastfeeding gear and baby and mom fashion. They've moved from their Ventura Blvd store to Hazletine street in Sherman Oaks, which is great for me because it closer than ever. If you need to rent a breast pump or othe breastfeeding gear go to the Pump Connection and see Rebecca for the best service.

A friend told be about Baby Cafe shortly after my second baby was born.. we didn't have any issues…read morewith latching and feeding, thankfully, however I still reached out to Baby Cafe to talk over preparing my baby for me to go back to work. Due to COVID they were not offering any in-person consultations, but they called me within just a day or so of entering my info on their website and a lactation consultant spent a large amount of time on the phone with me. She answered all my questions with confidence and gave me some tips and tricks. After our call, she followed up by sending me links to reputable articles backing up everything she told me. I would 100% recommend reaching out to Baby Cafe if you have ANY breastfeeding questions! Very, very helpful

Long overdue! I had phenomenal help and guidance from Adrienne from Baby Café. I went in a little…read morebit before my son turned 3 months with a ton of issues I was facing breastfeeding my third baby. She was a fountain of knowledge, provided stretches and was just kind to my anxious weary self. She referred me to a local pediatric dentist who further helped with our breastfeeding struggles ( lip + tongue tie). The support/ help didn't stop after that procedure, I went after his procedure for more guidance to make sure our journey thrived. Here I am almost 7 months into our breastfeeding journey and it's been amazing. Cannot thank her ever enough for the help she provided. Grateful for Baby Cafe!!!

I can not express how kind Megan is. She talked me through one of the hardest experiences I've ever…read moregone through, gave incredible and expert advice and then didn't even charge me since it was all handled over the phone. I would absolutely recommend Pacific Midwifery to anyone looking for a deeply personal and intimate relationship between patient and doctor where you can feel safe and open and be truly cared for. Very important for women's health in my opinion! Five stars all around.

What an exceptional experience I have had with Megan for the births of my 2nd and 3rd children. The…read moremodel of care that midwifery offers is just so wonderful and empowering. I would look forward to my appointments with Megan so much. My kids always loved going to see Megan too, they never wanted to leave the office. At a typical appointment you have all the normal listening to the heartbeat, blood pressure etc. but she also spends ample time getting to know you, what you're dealing with in life and what kind of birth you're hoping to have so she can best support you emotionally and physically. My second two boys were born happy, healthy and at home with Megan there to support. I was in my 2nd trimester with my 3rd child when my husband was laid off and forced to find a new job. Fortunately and unfortunately he was able to find a new job very quickly but it was in northern CA. So for the last 4.5 months of my pregnancy my husband was 4 hours away all week and he'd drive home on weekends. When I went into labor it went FAST. I was planning on cleaning, setting up my pullout bed with sheets and filling the tub by myself but by the time I told Megan to come, I wasn't able to move anymore between contractions. Megan picked up right where I left off and quickly got things in order. My sweet husband and my mom were unable to make it to the house before baby came out. So it was just me, Megan and Mary her apprentice. Even though my family couldn't make it, these women showered me with love and support and I was able to focus all of my energy on having my baby. So grateful she is doing what she's doing!

This is such a special place to have in town for new parents & a great resource for your…read morebreastfeeding journey. The staff here are super knowledgeable and Jennica is amazing. I received so many tips from her and connections to resources in the community for my baby. I did my baby registry through babylist, and was able to register for so many great items from Nest and Co. Our favorite swaddles came from here and some beautiful stuffed animals. This is the go to place in town for Earth Mama, ezpz, and so many other great brands. If you are expecting or know someone who is, this is the place to go!

Absolutely amazing! 1st time parents for both husband & I and husband wanted to feel more involved…read morew/feeding, but I didn't want to start 3 day old baby on bottle yet. Jenica took her time w/us & not only educated me on my spectra pump, but also introduced the 5/4 French finger feeding tube to husband. Will be returning closer to my leave ending to go over my portable pumps as she didn't want to overwhelm us w/everything in 1 appt which I appreciated!!

Ciella has touched many lives with her warmth and genuine nature. She gives her full heart to her…read morepatients and creates an environment for women to feel comfortable and confident in their new motherly roles. Ciella believes in breastfeeding and believes in all of the reward that it brings. If you are needing some extra breastfeeding support or just some TLC, Ciella is 100% your girl!

From the owner: Ma Bella Baby is committed to providing evidenced-based support to breastfeeding mothers, working…read morewith you and your family to develop tailored care plans to meet your needs, lifestyle and achieve your breastfeeding goals in a safe and stress-free environment. Get help/guidance with the following topics and much more! Exclusive breastfeeding Pumping and milk storage Low milk supply concerns Herbal supplements to support milk production Safety of maternal medications in breastmilk Formula feeding options Donor milk and milk banks Inducing lactation Overactive milk ejection reflex Monitoring infant weight gain Weaning to bottles and sippy cups Introducing solid foods Sore nipples and breast pain Post-delivery pain or discomfort Weepiness and exhaustion Bonding The art & science of transitioning into motherhood

I would highly recommend Jessica Barton as a lactation consultant. The first time I spoke to…read moreJessica, I was in tears trying to breastfeed my newborn baby. My milk supply was low and my baby was not gaining weight. Jessica was able to calm me with a perfect balance of practical advice and emotional support. Jessica is extremely knowledgeable and offered many supportive ideas for increasing my milk supply. But most of all it was Jessica's positive support, encouragement and tenderness that kept me motivated to continue breastfeeding.

Jessica Barton's hand's on assistance, advice and support was crucial to my breastfeeding success…read more Due to various reasons, my baby was "stuck on the bottle" from the get-go, but I was determined to breastfeed.. After much hard work and practice, Jessica's ongoing support helped us get to where we wanted to be...100% breastfeeding. Her calming presence, knowledge and experience make her a wonderful lactation consultant.

Lynzie was absolutely incredible. She went above and beyond in every way, not just caring for our…read morebaby with so much love, but also supporting us as parents. Our daughter was a NICU grad, so those early weeks felt especially intense, and Lynzie handled everything with such calm confidence. She was a huge help with all things lactation and latch, which made a meaningful difference right away. She kept thoughtful daily notes, was always on time, and brought a steady, capable presence into our home. Beyond that, she taught us so much about sleep and newborn rhythms, and gave us real confidence as new parents. She also checked in on us, which meant a lot during a pretty overwhelming time. And on top of everything, she is just a genuinely fun, warm person to be around. We feel so lucky to have had her.

Lynzi is just wonderful in every aspect. I interviewed quite a few people and Lynzi had every…read morequality I was looking for, and more. Her quiet strength, and vast knowledge is what I really appreciated. She knew when to step in, when to give space, and I never doubted she would put anyone in check if needed, without me even saying something. She was my doula for both of my babies, and I'd have her again if I could! She's such a wonderful person inside and out.

Samar was a LIFESAVER. My breastfeeding journey was off to a rocky start and I was very…read morediscouraged. Only able to use nipple shields and I thought I had tried it all. She came over and within minutes had my baby latching perfectly without a shield. She gave me so much confidence and reassurance. I felt a huge relief after she had left. Such a pleasure to work with her!

I can't say enough amazing things about Samar! Her knowledge about infants and breastfeeding is…read moreextensive and I felt like she really knows what she is doing. She was able to help me get my baby to latch (without using a nipple shield!) and worked on building my milk supply. On top of being knowledgable, she was so kind and compassionate and made working with her such a joy. She also responded to any and all of my concerns promptly which I really appreciated since my case was bit complicated. Overall I would highly recommend Samar if you are having any issues with breastfeeding. She is truly wonderful!

I was referred to Darcy by my kids pediatrician, she was amazing with my daughter who just got…read morediagnosed with a lip tie at 2 months old. Darcy gave us so much advice and direction and within 24 hours I already see a difference in my daughters feeding and sucking reflex. I highly highly recommend Darcy she is amazing!

Don't know much about childbirth? Have you read all the baby books? Don't have time to read the…read morebaby books? Well then, take this class. If there's one thing you can do for your pregnancy to prepare for birth, TAKE DARCY'S CLASS! This class is pretty much like reading all those pregnancy books in one, but on top of all that, if you have a question, you get an answer from a knowledgeable person instead of having to google it. Not only did it help me, but it also helped my husband and he was extremely helpful during the birthing process. Darcy is informative, helpful and is a great resource. Do yourself a favor and take her birth class, you won't regret it.