I went for pre-natal pilates and the teacher was very energetic, helpful and friendly. It was less…read morepilates and more bar/stability ball/pelvic floor exercises. That said, perhaps I am not far along enough, but did not find anything too challenging. After reading so much about staying active and getting your heart rate up this is better than nothing, but do not come intending to break a sweat. At $33 per class the manager should purchase new pink mats as I was forced to buy toe socks for "sanitary reasons". The mats were full of holes and stained and not cleaned between classes- big turnoff...*especially* for someone concerned with sanitary issues. ... The toe sock requirement should have been mentioned on mindbody (there are a number of opportunities on MB to do so) prior to booking or in the LONG text message I received with directions. I have never worn toe socks to pilates before...but like I said it is not really pilates. Given the lack of prenatal offerings in the area I see why this gets glowing reviews, it is nice to be able to socialize with other mothers. Also I was charged $20 for what is $16 on Amazon. Shame shame... Check this out: Toesox Grip Full Toe Low Rise Raspberry SM toesox https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074HQH761/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdo_t1_pML7DbD60XN12

This is my favorite place in Miami. I went to prenatal Pilates, mommy and me Pilates, baby massage,…read moreinfant cpr, every class there with my son and now I'm doing the same with my daughter. All the classes were great but I especially loved baby massage and Jessica's sleep workshop because it has helped me bond with my children and help them sleep on their own which makes me a better mother, wife, person overall. I highly recommend them for all moms - new or experts. Sleep is so important for little ones and having the tools I learned in baby massage and the sleep workshop have helped my husband and I get much needed sleep.

Crystal Academy is an incredible school that truly understands and supports children on the…read morespectrum. From the very first tour, the warmth and compassion I felt from the founder and staff gave me so much confidence, and working closely with my son's teachers with daily updates and genuine care has been everything I hoped for. My 11-year-old loves it here, and as a parent, having speech and occupational therapy on site along with community events and real-life experiences makes life easier and more meaningful for our family. I couldn't be happier and highly recommend this school.

In this journey, there is a lot of ups and downs, a lot of unknowns. But in these 8 years, I have…read morecome to know the beauty in having faith despite the odds and the beauty in witnessing miralous milestones. These milestones are a culmination of blood, sweat, tears, and unrelenting belief in a boy and his capacity to overcome his fears. Mary Palacio-Pike and David Pike founded Crystal Academy in 2009, after their son David was diagnosed with Autism. They had a vision to create a special needs private school, in response to the lack of local public facilities that provide education for children on the spectrum. Within those walls in Crystal Academy lies a village of support where everyday there are acts of love performed. Everybody from the founders, teachers, therapists, admin staff, are supportive, kind, and professional. Every student has an individualized learning plan which is specially tailored to each child's needs. In addition, it is a therapy center offering speech therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, and ABA. The collaboration between the therapies, is the key to success. My son has achieved a lot since he started at Crystal Academy and I know will continue to exceed all expectations, with the loving support of the staff at Crystal Academy.

So disappointed. I…read morecalled earlier today to get information on a toddler group that started today mainly to find out if they had space. The lady I spoke with me confirmed they had space available. She also confirmed the information on the website which showed I could purchase one, four or the full 12 sessions. I asked her if we should take our toddler with us and she said to find a babysitter. Upon hanging up, I read more on the website and noticed it mentioned that the toddler is a part of it so I called back again. The same lady proceeded to apologizing for giving me the wrong information and yes to take our toddler. She also mentioned she only worked the afternoons as if that is an excuse to not know about the offerings of her workplace. I should have noticed the red flag. Anyways, I decided let's give this place a try. I asked my husband to leave work early, got my daughter all excited about a "new place" we would visit, pumped milk for my newborn and took a 30+ minute drive to this place. When I arrived the same lady, yet again, proceeded to apologize again saying I could not attend the session because I would have to pay for all 12 classes up front. I think my face showed the shock because she said she would talk to one of the therapists to see if we could attend. She came back and basically told us to leave but I'm sorry. It took so much for us to make it there to be treated that way. The right thing would have been to honor what their website offers especially after one of their employees confirmed it and said for us to go over. To the owner, train your staff and fix your website. For being a child-based business you failed at making my daughter feel welcomed. We left there with her feeling rejected and sad after she saw other kids but telling her we couldn't stay.

I love Lina at The Nest. She really understand what children need from their parents and how to…read morehelp parents understand and meet their children needs. I have sent several families to Lina and I hear nothing but great things. I also love the groups she offers. I first heard of Lina from a friend of mine who had just had a baby and I am so glad she introduced us.

I contacted Seda for an astrology chart reading. She replied right away and we set a day and time…read morefor her to read it over the phone. She advised me she needed time to study the chart. The phone consultation was exactly as long as she told me it would be. She was professional, courteous and thoroughly explained my chart, which moon or planet in each house and what that means. She gave anecdotal explanation if I struggled to understand it. I felt the read was extremely accurate and I was impressed. I think I try to "test" readers as many fish for info or look for affirmations to see which direction to lead. Seda did not. I am a happy customer and will use her services again.

From the owner: We all are the products of our history. The history of how we have been treated especially when we…read morewere children , how our parents and grand parents have been treated and how did we all feel while we have been treated that way. So it is inevitable that all of us bring our own emotions, triggers and experiences to our parenting. And if you’re reading this right now it is obvious that you’re one of the parents who wants what is best for your kids. I believe that while raising children, intentions and love do matter the most, on the other hand each children deserve to be guided and loved by the best version of their parents has to offer them, and we can do that by loving ourselves first and learning the tools and practices necessary to communicate, cooperation and connection in our home. It’s so easy to fall back into power over, power under, traditional or familiar patterns of parenting, without related knowledge, the support and accountability. My passion is helping parents to raise awareness to the cycle of generational trauma and support them to make the shift from frustration, overwhelm and exhaustion to connection, cooperation and joy to raise happy and resilient kids without punishment, fear, or shame-based methods.

An amazing experience. Took an Italian cooking class with chef Beppe and he made us feel at home…read more He taught us how to prepare each meal and made it very easy for all of us, even for those who don't know how to cook like myself. My favorite part was making pasta from scratch. Would definitely recommend the experience to everyone, as a date or even with family and friends.

So FYI this is my first yelp review ever, I've always used the app but never posted because eh…read more This cooking class is by far AMAZING I had to let everyone know about this place. I would 100% recommend this class to anyone beginners to advanced it's such a great time. A great date night idea as well. So we started the night with some red sangria and ended with white sangria; as for the menu for the night it was tapas, seafood paella and sangria. We had octopus with chimichurri (I'm a very picky eater and I usually don't eat seafood and omg it was SPECTACULAR). We also had garlic grilled lamb chops with mint edamame hummus salad, Brussels sprout salad , chicken kabobs with potato salad, seafood paella, bacon wrapped shrimp everything was delicious. Chef David was amazing he helped us with anything we needed from how to chop onions to cutting lamb chops to cooking octopus. I was astonished after we finished cooking everything we all sat together and ate and talked it was nice like a family dinner (it was a class of about 12 of us we all cooked something different so at the end we all sat down to try everything we all made together). Almost forgot! dessert was given at the end we didn't make it but was so delicious caramel, chocolate, and coffee all mixed just look at the picture. I don't know the name of it sorry. They not only do adult classes, but kids classes, and birthday parties and private parties. Every class is different just go to their website and see what classes they are preparing each day is different. I'll post some pictures so you guys can see

I'm so grateful I had Inara Arauz as my doula for my son's birth! She made a great difference in my…read morelabor experience. From early on, she offered thoughtful guidance on exercises, breathing techniques, and what to expect throughout the birthing process, which helped me feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. We were all impressed by her knowledge of the birthing process, babies, and how confidently she guided me along the way. When it came time for labor, her support was exactly what I needed. She helped me work through contractions, kept me grounded with my breathing, and created a calm, reassuring environment. Her care feels truly personal, and it's clear she's passionate about what she does. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for an amazing doula!

I truly cannot put into words how grateful I am for MothersRetreat and specifically Amber. Having…read moreher as my doula was one of the best decisions I made for my birth experience. From the very beginning, she made me feel supported, educated, and completely empowered. Going into this pregnancy, a successful VBAC was incredibly important to me and Amber believed in me every step of the way. She never wavered in her confidence, even in moments when I needed extra reassurance. Her calm presence, steady encouragement, and deep knowledge made such a difference in helping me feel safe and strong during labor. Because of her support, I was able to achieve the VBAC I so deeply hoped for. That experience was healing, powerful, and something I will cherish forever. She advocated for me, guided my husband in how to support me, and created an environment where I felt completely heard and respected. Amber isn't just a doula she is a gift. Thank you so much to mothersRetreat and If you are looking for someone who will stand beside you with compassion, strength, and unwavering belief in your body and your birth, she is the one. I will forever be thankful she was by our side as we welcomed our baby girl into the world.

Just finished a term with my 6 month old and we both enjoyed every class. Every class begins with a…read moresong that incorporates sign language and ends with a good bye song. They use things to stimulate the kids at all varying ages. Very pleased will return

I'm so glad to be back at Sensory Kids. It's my 2 time around. With my son I did baby sensory,…read moresuper tots, let's get messy and a music class. My 3 year old started when he was 4 months old so it was only natural that we come back with my 4 month old daughter. It's a great environment to watch your kids learn, grow and the best support group you will ever find. I love the sensory, touch, sounds, visual stimulation for the kids. You open them up to a whole new adventure every week! Can't wait for open play to start on the weekend. It will be great to have something to do even for the littlest one!!

It's difficult to sum into words the positive difference this place has made into our lives. This…read moremay be a little long but please read on. My husband and I came to TGP just for information on hospital birth and ended up being blessed in so many ways by the employees there. After meeting and becoming informed by Michelle, one of the owners, we decided to hire a doula in order to have assistance during the birth of our first baby. Their doula services come at different prices in order to ensure that everyone from varying financial backgrounds can have access to this vital service. Our doula, Florencia, was a rock for us during the birth. She kept me focused and ensured that I got the birth that I wanted for baby and me. All the doula services come with access to three very informative classes. Take advantage of these and their very knowledgeable team! We learned so much and met other families going through this experience. It was wonderful. I can't say enough and express how grateful I am to these ladies. They made the community real for me when I didn't think it possible. I had arranged to have the two female doctors at the practice I used be available to assist my birth. The day I went into labor, my doctor and her backup became unavailable. Leaving me to their male doctor who had been particularly unkind to me at previous visits. I was a wreck laboring thinking he would be at the delivery. My doula contacted the owners at TGP and they made magic happen. Through their help I was seen and had my baby delivered at the hospital by an amazing midwife. My situation may not be common but their assistance was amazing and made the community of women empowering child birth real to me. It goes without saying my husband and I couldn't be more grateful for their services. Our little baby boy was born healthy, naturally, and drug free this past May.

Be very very careful if you use this company to select a doula. Having a doula was incredibly…read moreimportant to me during my labor that I actually booked one from the Gathering Place at only 4 months pregnant. At 34 weeks, my doula contacted me via EMAIL to inform me she was moving out of state and no longer able to attend my birth or provide postpartum support. Frantically I tried to find a new doula but at that point there weren't many options and I did not have anytime to build rapport. They gave me an alternate doula who was listed as a level I (I paid for level IV) and then tried to suggest that their website was not up to date. They were also impossible to get in touch with and only communicated by text and email. I ended up not being able to have any doula support at very complicated early induction due to preeclampsia where I ended up having every intervention under the sun short of a c section to make sure my daughter could be safely delivered. My daughter just came home from nicu and I have no postpartum support - my family does not live near me and with the covid resurgence they are not able to come - another reason why I wanted a doula. The kicker is, the Gathering Place won't even give me a full refund after all of this. If having a doula is an important part of your birth plan or postpartum plan, I would highly recommend going elsewhere to ensure you actually have one when your baby actually arrives.