I joined Nyssa's Prenatal Yoga class for both of my pregnancies and absolutely loved it!! She also…read morecombines birth education in her class as well. She has such good knowledge- helping moms feel empowered to conquer birth. I also chose to have her as my doula and was so pleased with all she did! I HIGHLY recommend her for prenatal yoga classes, birth doula, placenta encapsulation, and post partum recovery sessions!!

Nyssa is a miracle worker. I was in so much neck and back pain when I first saw her. I can now lift…read moremy head and I've gotten my mobility back. She has given me my life back. I would recommend if you are in any type of pain, please make an appointment to see her. She is very gentle and explains everything as she works with you. I can't praise her enough!!!

I love this studio. There are a number of very experienced instructors here...it's not a push push…read morepush kind of place, the practice is more trauma informed and heart driven I've found, with a variety of props offered for supporting folx with diverse bodies and experience levels. The vibe is growth, wellbeing, and community. I got my first yoga membership to this spot! An investment, but well worth it -- thank you Elk Rock! PS there is a fancy coffee place next door you can check out before or after if you want a very good treat or want to meet a friend and make it a date!

I've been to a few of their classes now with several diff instructors & every class has been…read moregreat!! The teachers are all so warm & welcoming & they do a fantastic job at taking us through flows. I feel like there is a good range of intensities throughout the classes. This yoga studio feels so accessible & inviting. I see more diversity in the humans attending classes here which is something that is important to me. I also don't think they charge you a mat rental fee if you forget your mat which is awesome (but I could be wrong about that). Will def continue to come back!

Emily was such a gem to work with! I found her during my early pregnancy for prenatal massage but…read moreshe was the best masseuse I've had before and I've had A LOT of massages in my life. I would see Emily every 2 - 3 weeks throughout my pregnancy which was so needed. I ended up hiring her as our birth doula and she was amazing. She was thoughtful in her approach, meeting with us multiple ties to discuss the birth plan and making sure we felt comfortable. During my labor, it was so helpful to have her over at our home before the hospital, supporting me but also my husband. She was a calm, soothing voice throughout my labor that REALLY helped me get through the intense natural labor that I had. She also had various massage and pressure techniques that was helpful. I was happy to return to Emily's massages postpartum! I highly recommend Emily to anyone who is looking for a doula or masseuse during your pregnancy!

I went to Emily for prenatal massages and I couldn't be happier. I originally thought I would just…read moreget one massage to treat myself, but after the first one I knew that I wanted (and needed) more to get me through my whole pregnancy - I had really bad hip and lower back pain throughout and the massages were very helpful to relieve that discomfort. Emily is very calm and thorough. She asks questions about everything (not just what part of your back or shoulders you want worked on) - she asks about your pregnancy, concerns, how work is going, etc. I think she could sense how stressed out I was sometimes and she always made sure the massage room was comfortable and quiet and relaxing. She is great at reading people that way and figuring out what they need for each appointment. I looked forward to this hour with Emily every few weeks soooo much. She was also very flexible with me - which I definitely appreciated. There were a couple times I needed to reschedule my appointments (baby brain sometimes made me double book myself - opps!). It was never an issue with Emily - she always accommodated my requests to change appointments and she always responded right away so I wasn't left worrying about the answer to my request. You definitely should get massages for yourself throughout your pregnancy (you deserve it!) and you absolutely should have Emily for those massages. I can't recommend her enough!

Outstanding plant-filled space! So warm & inviting - the perfect place to reset your mind & body…read more It's nice to be able to forget about the hustle for awhile and take care of myself. Teachers are all super nice, Danielle's gentle class is absolutely amazing for my life worn body without feeling like I've run a marathon Her cues are very accommodating & mindful of each individual's limitations. Don't let anything hold you back from enjoying the practice of yoga. It's about showing up for yourself - not how flexible you may or may not be. Highly recommend!!!

I really appreciate the lovely space and welcoming community they've created. I have noticed,…read morethough, that there seem to be fewer experienced teachers offering classic Hatha or Vinyasa classes than when I first joined. I enjoy other forms of movement and dance, but they aren't what I'm expecting when I schedule a yoga class, and it can be disappointing when the class description doesn't match the actual format. Wednesday night Vinyasa with Birdie is excellent, and I'm clearly not the only one who thinks so--her classes are often waitlisted. Would it be possible to offer more classes in that style, or more opportunities to practice with Birdie?

From start to finish, the entire Portland Doula Love experience was exactly what I needed to feel…read moresupported! We were matched with the lovely, Patty Spravale, as our doula. I couldn't imagine our birth without her!!!

We are beyond grateful for Doula Love's matching service and for pairing us with our incredible…read moredoula, Nomarie. We were a little on the fence about hiring a doula since this was our second baby, but we really wanted that holistic, nurturing care that a hospital alone can't always provide -- and Nomarie was exactly what we'd hoped for. I'm not what you'd call a "country granola" type of mom -- I went into this birth fully planning on (and very much wanting!) all the pain relief and medical support. But there's still such an important place for a doula in that environment. Nomarie helped bring warmth, connection, and a truly holistic touch to what could have otherwise felt like a very clinical experience. From the very first meeting, she made us feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. She took the time to understand our hopes for the birth and was such a calming, confident presence every step of the way. When labor began, Nomarie was our angel -- grounding us through every contraction, guiding my partner on how to support me, and helping us navigate all the twists and turns that came our way. Even when things got complicated after our baby was born, she never left our side. Her steady reassurance and calm energy made us feel safe and less scared during a really overwhelming moment. Looking back, I honestly can't imagine our birth experience without her. She helped us feel empowered and cared for in one of the most intense and beautiful moments of our lives. I would recommend Doula Love and Nomarie a thousand times over -- they gave us the support we didn't even know we needed.

Cool space! Very large main studio and people seem friendly there. Seem like the crowd is middle…read moreage in general. They also have child care on site in 30 min increments at an affordable rate. The only downside is that it is located in a neighborhood with sparse parking so come a little early if you're driving.

Great teacher, Annie introduced herself to me right away. I wasn't too sure about the carpet…read morefloors, but it was sturdy and hard enough to practice any sort of yoga on. (edit - they are redoing the floors end up April!! yay!) Easy to find location. Great class, made me work! (Prana Vinyasa). I don't like hot classes, so this class was a perfect mild temp of 80. She was hands on during the class, which is what I like. Adjustments feel like massages.....amazing. Great unique studio. Equipped with a cool lounge, shower stalls and amenities, restrooms, locker area. I don't really use any of those tho.

I have seen Dr. Arah since 2012 for chiropractic care. When I first scheduled to see her, the…read moreoffice staff was so kind and helpful with getting me in right away. Dr. Arah and her husband, Dr. Shane, work together and they are a great team. I saw Dr. Arah initially when I was pregnant and was rather scared to have someone adjust my back when I was a few months pregnant. She and Dr. Shane have 2 beautiful children and they are very understanding with parents-to-be. Dr. Arah has a very calm demeanor and I felt so comfortable being adjusted throughout both of my pregnancies. I had tried massage, yoga, pregnancy swimming classes, and this was the only true relief I found. The massage therapists, Hope and Jaime, are excellent.

I have had the pleasure of working with Drs. McLaughlin for years and there is no one else I would…read moretrust with my care needs. Over the last 8 months I have been dealing with a bad case of bursitis and frozen shoulder. Core Elements not only staffs the best chiropractors but massage therapists and naturopathic doctors as well. Jenny Stelzer is the most incredible massage therapist and has done an amazing job in helping me to overcome the chronic pain that I have been experiencing over the last several months. She takes the time to get to the root of the problem and works through your limitations to help maximize the treatment. During my treatment yesterday I was able to see much improved mobility of my arm and I am truly confident that I will get my full mobility back without surgery. As long as Jenny practices she will be my go to gal. Thanks Jenny for all your help!! Your the best. Kellie Shearer

I've had multiple hip injuries, requiring surgery, and have been on a multi-year journey of…read morephysical therapists, acupuncturists, and massage therapists, searching for someone who can help me heal. It feels like that journey is over with Stephanie, who commands deep knowledge and intuition of body mechanics, and gives me the perfect blend of massage, physical therapy, and advice to take home and modify my workouts with. I truly feel I've turned a corner with Stephanie's help and look forward to many more sessions.

Stephanie is a very, very skilled massage therapist. I like a deep tissue experience and she did…read morenot disappoint. I will definitely be back.

Natalie remains the finest massage therapist that I've ever known She has kept my body functioning…read morefor years after surviving two trauma accidents during national service, cancer and a heart event that compounded my permanent disability. There is no other person that I could give a stronger recommendation. Make a massage therapy appointment with her today!

From the owner: Massage Therapy (Ashiatsu, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point)…read morePersonal Training (for clients with disabilities or obesity) Yoga Instruction (Seniors, Gentle, Vinyasa, Prenatal)

We are first time parents. We had booked a different doula with Brave Birth and on the day I went…read moreinto labor our doula was sick with COVID. I was grateful our contract meant that we would be provided a backup doula. I felt we lucked out because Kelly had facilitated our childbirth class so we had spent a weekend together. Kelly was not a total stranger. Kelly was in contact with my husband throughout my early labor at home and offered to come as soon as we wanted support for laboring at home. We felt so supported by Kelly's checkins and support even from afar. She encouraged Chris with specific tactics to keep labor progressing when I had a slow down before her arriving. At about hour 12 of labor my husband was exhausted from helping me through the waves. When she arrived her energy was calm and informed. Kelly's approach is consent based and empowering. I could sense her understanding of labor and her guidance was calm and direct which is what I needed. She immediately offered comfort measures such as massage and counter pressure. Both were amazing and gave Chris a much needed break. The pain of labor was intense and Kelly's energy, knowledge, and touch supported me in staying in my body. We've never done this before, Chris was anxious and wasn't sure when to make the call to go to the hospital. Kelly helped Chris feel at ease. Chris felt relieved to have someone to trade off with in the physical support of my labor. I didn't have to worry about anything except getting through each contraction. No easy feat. Unbeknownst to me Kelly and Chris would collaborate on next steps. Kelly's discretion in pulling Chris aside for next steps helped me focus on labor. Each stage of labor Kelly would come to me make eye contact and describe the next phase of labor. I usually heard it as "ok this next part is going to be harder (than the last phase) here is what is happening and how to proceed." It wasn't what I wanted to hear but it was what I needed to hear. I appreciated the clear and direct communication about what was next. It was exactly what I needed.Anytime I got stuck during active labor, Kelly would give me tips for getting through. How to breathe, how to let go, how to welcome contractions with curiosity and then let it go. Kelly was the anchor Chris needed in supporting me through labor, making sure his physical needs were met so he could continue being there for me. Kelly was my lighthouse in the stormy sea of labor. I would look up to find her or Chris and then gather the strength to sail the next wave.I got through labor and delivered our amazing little baby. Kelly advocated for me, took charge when needed, and stayed with me throughout. I was able to go into my deepest self to gather strength and power for labor. I could let go of control of everything around me because I knew Chris and Kelly were taking care of it all. In the days after our baby's birth Chris and I continually recounted that Kelly's support was vital and invaluable to our birthing experience. We would not and we're pretty could not have done it without Kelly. We are so grateful. I felt held and empowered. Kelly is an expert doula, highly intuitive, and doesn't miss any detail. Doula work is hard to define, but it fills in the gap of care for birthing people. What does it mean to really hold and care for someone as they bring new life into the world? It is powerful work and Kelly gets it.I feel like we won the lottery having Kelly as our backup doula through Brave Birth and would recommend Kelly to any pregnant person whether or not it is your first pregnancy. She is an incredible doula.

I worked with Crystal Broer for postpartum doula services. Being a first time mom with not much…read morefamily in the area, securing her in advance of my baby's arrival gave me great peace of mind to know she'd be there to help ease the transition. Crystal was fantastic. From a planning and availability standpoint, she was exceptionally professional, respectful, and on the ball. She was amazing with my baby, and most importantly gave me confidence to trust my intuition. She was calm, knew how to get things done and help around the house, but not be overly intrusive. Highly recommend.