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  • I've waited until my classes, appointments, and billing were all complete to write a review, which was HARD! I've been anxious to share all the details of my wonderful experience! I knew I wanted a natural birth as soon as I found out I was pregnant, but it wasn't until I was about 22 weeks along that I finally visited Babymoon. I attended a tour with Janet and was immediately hooked! The main office is CLEAN!, has snacks & coffee (they clearly know how to love on preggo mamas!), toys for older kids along for an appointment, calendar of events, educational literature, herbs & various homeopathic remedies for sale...All the ladies present at the time were smiling and kind, acting very much excited that I was interested. I even got a hug :D The birthing suite is amazing!! I'd love to describe it but if you're reading this, do the tour to see for yourself! I'll say it had everything I could possibly dream of wanting or needing during labor (including snacks...lol). Here's the really important stuff: I received outstanding prenatal care. Scheduling was EASY. I never had a problem making an appointment that worked for my schedule and was able to meet with all the midwives (including Ellie, the midwife at St Joe's in case of transfer). Ultrasounds and some of the lab work is done at third party facilities, but this was never a problem, especially since it's only necessary a few times. All the vitamins suggested for me were great! I felt terrible longer than I needed to because I wasn't eating properly, and the midwives set me straight as soon as they knew! I had one instance of strange symptoms and was terrified to call in case I would be brushed off as paranoid and nervous, but the midwife on call was sympathetic and set up the necessary appointments to check out my concerns. There are multiple group educational classes that are great! I didn't make it to the last one because I scheduled it late and baby came early, but they were a great way for husband to participate in the pregnancy and social event for us. Additionally, the class series for Birth preparation is GREAT! The Lamaze series is taught by Diana and Heidi. I only had Diana as a teacher, and LOVED her balance between mainstream and attachment approaches. She aims to give you more tools in your toolbelt than you may need so that when the time comes you have resources and information to make the best choice. Regarding breastfeeding and baby sleep especially, her lessons came to mind over and over and over! We were given hand outs at the class for labor and newborn care, and seriously, when my water broke and first contractions started, the first thing I screamed for was my laminated labor cheat sheet I kept on the fridge! So helpful! It's my personality to read everything I can, and I did for pain management methods, but the class and support from midwives would likely have been sufficient. I am blessed to have had a textbook, uncomplicated birth. With that said, it was an amazing experience! I was excited to try all the various props, bath tub, shower, stools, etc to manage pain, but in the end, the only thing I really wanted was the midwife! She was so calm! Supportive! Confident! She knew what I needed at every turn! My poor husband ended up mostly useless, haha, but Kimberly Flake was magic! She helped me into the positions I needed to be in and empowered me all along the way. When baby was born, Babymoon staff gave me space. My husband, baby, and I laid around in peaceful skin to skin bliss for about 2 - 3 hours when baby was finally showing hunger cues. Baby and I had some issues breastfeeding that were immediately apparent and Kathy (who was there assisting Kimberly) worked with me as long as it took to feed him. She then gave me tools, a plan, a backup plan, a plan to ease engorgement, and a follow up appointment to ensure that baby was being fed and we were breastfeeding successfully. It's because of her immediate and persistent care and knowledge that our breastfeeding journey has been successful! Since birth, baby and I have been attending the weekly mom group and various other events. It's been so great to build a community with other women who are where I'm at! Babymoon works hard to foster relationships between families and offer safe spaces vent, cry, or ask for help. I'm very shy, but it's an open, comfortable, judgement free time where everyone has a chance to share. All I can say regarding the billing process is that it's been uneventful -- which is probably the best thing that could be said. I paid, it was received, no fuss! My baby is 4 months old as I write this review. I look forward to the social events we'll participate in and am already thinking about my next Babymoon baby!
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