What our clients have said:
Real clients, real reviews.
"So much can be said about Ellie and the support that we got during our pregnancy. This was our rainbow baby. After such a hard first pregnancy she was the caring and compassionate presence that we both needed to get through our birth! Ellie was there for every question, every concern and never made me feel like I was just another client. She told me over and over again how amazing I was and helped my partner be close to me so that we could experience this together. "
Michelle W
Amanda said:
"Your kind, passionate, calming ways just spill over into everything that you talk about and it inspires people! You inspired and empowered me from the very first moment that I met you and more and more each time we met. I feel like your presence made the biggest difference in my birth. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!"
" The birth of my 4th baby has been the most amazing experience. I took a lot of time to research midwives and hired Ellie because of these amazing reviews and how knowledgeable she is. Now I am excited to write my own review about her! What can I say about her that has not already been said? Well to start she cares about her clients and does not act like birth is this la la hippy dippy thing. She has amazing back up plans and seems like she prepares for everything. She is so ready to do what she can for everyone who walks into her office. You can tell that she legit cares for us. During our prenatal visits she was answered all of our questions with amazing grace, but during birth her voice turned soft. She went from this super smart birth nerd to this very supportive solid but gently being. She had a way of speaking that instilled confidence that everything was going as planned and that my baby was safe while reminding me to breath. She came to our home for most visits and after the baby was born she was there multiple times to make sure we were both doing good! You want Ellie as your midwife. Trust us all here. Shes the best! "
R.U
" I had my first baby in a big birthing center and the experience was great, but I wanted to know who my midwife was this time. I wanted to get to know who would be at my birth and have a more personal experience. I also did not want to drive ANYWHERE! ha!
She made it super easy! Like easier then I thought it would be. She gave me a binder that had everything in it that I would need. Exercises, diet. how to prepare for the birth at home. which was basically order your birth kit and put extra sheets in a bag. She came to me for some visits and some where done in her very cute office. She also made sure that I did not feel isolated and connected me with groups, meet ups, practitioners if needed so that we had our community and were not in this alone. Our prenatal visits were never rushed. No waiting rooms or receptionists. It was her every step of the way. Her birth assistant came to any visit I wanted her to so that I could get to know her to. She was very supportive during my birth and helped us any way she could. I didn't have one vaginal exam (at my request) and she kept me informed before everything. She asked my partner if she needed anything or had any questions every chance she got so that she was also supported. I cannot express how calming and collected she was, but also has a take charge energy about her that makes you know that she will also take jump in an emergency if needed. Don't let her calm demeanor fool you . She can sooth your fears and also handle an emergency like a pro all in one sentence! This birth was what I needed to heal. She is more then amazing. Shes the midwife who will help you have the experience that you want.
Thank you Ellie. Enjoy the massage! You deserve it! "
Parents of Baby April
" You held me up in your arms like you have known me forever. You spoke to me as though I was your own daughter and that you would help me wade this storm. When I was lost you guided me home. You guided my baby into my hands and made sure that she was safe and would never leave them. You watched my heart break open and then stitched it gently closed every step of this journey. You tell me over and over again how strong I am but I feel as though I remember that I am because of you. I could not have gotten through this without you because I feel like this is more then work for you. You are a midwife through and through. You find joy in seeing your clients and you work hard to keep us all safe. I hope that when you go home and wrap your arms around your little babies that you know that your clients feel the love you give every one of us with those same arms. "
Patty and baby P
"My whole family has used Ellie for our pregnancies! My two sisters, our cousins, my mom used her for her doula when she was younger and now I am having my baby with her as my midwife. I have never met another person who can so easily uplift another person in just one conversation. She is so smart and dedicated to her mamas! She checks in regularly, give so much helpful information and I can call her and talk when something comes up that I am unsure of. This is obviously not just about money for her like I have seen with other doulas and midwives. She takes time to make sure that I know what is going on and if not, helps me find the information to make decisions for myself. I have seen her be soft and caring but also take charge in situations that it is needed in a gentle but assertive way to make sure both mom and baby were safe. I love that she still helps clients as a doula even though she is a midwife now. She cares so much for her clients she just wants to make sure they are taken care of, whomever their provider is!
There was one point in my last birth that I felt out of control and she helped me focus and gave my partner very helpful tools to help me through the rough points. She is just as good at helping partners in supporting you as she is in supporting you!
I am so grateful to have found her and feel like my pregnancies would have been very different without her support. My husband is amazing, but he doesn't know what to do or how to help when I am giving birth, like most men, he just thinks I am doing great! ha. She is the reason we were able to bond in labor, she was the reason he had space to take such good care of me. She gave him a calming confidence to be able to know that I was safe even though I was screaming my head off! I fell in love with him over and over again with each birth because she helped him help me! She may know so many comforting ways to help you, but this by far is the best! She is a Goddess in my eyes and knows how to help a mom like no other.
Thank you Ellie. You truly have a gift and are the best!"
From Brittany and her amazing family!
“From the very first visit, I knew this birth center was different. I felt genuinely cared for as a whole person, not just a patient. Every appointment felt unrushed, thoughtful, and rooted in trust. The midwives took the time to listen to my questions, my hopes, and my fears, and I always felt respected and supported in my choices. By the time labor came, I felt calm and confident because I knew the people caring for me truly believed in my body and my baby.
The birth itself was everything I hoped for and more. The environment was peaceful and grounding, and the presence of the midwives was steady and reassuring. They knew when to step in and when to simply hold space, allowing my labor to unfold naturally while still feeling completely safe. I felt empowered, supported, and deeply honored throughout the entire experience. My partner also felt included and supported, which made the experience even more meaningful for our family.
Bringing our baby into the world in this space was incredibly special and healing. This birth center didn’t just help me have a baby, it helped me trust myself and my body in a way I will carry with me forever. I am endlessly grateful for the care, wisdom, and compassion we received, and I would choose this birth center again without hesitation.”
Leonora and Mike with baby J
"Ellie helped my wife and I through one of the most intense and amazing days of our lives. Her quick thinking and excellent training saved both of the people I love. I don't say this to scare people, but having a trained professional is IMPORTANT. We know most of the time birth is safe. We know that what happened during our birth is not a normal occurrence. But without Ellie there I feel like it would have been a completely different day. She was quick to act when things didn't go as planned and made sure we knew what was happening at every point. We will forever be grateful for her calm personality in the middle of an emergency. During our prenatal care she was always available and helped us to feel confident, but I tell you what... during our birth she was a freakin ROCKSTAR! Thank you thank you thank you so much Ellie for all that you do for families. You helped us more then you know. "
B.O and baby Jane 2020
Ellie helped my wife and I through one of the most intense and amazing days of our lives. Her quick thinking and excellent training saved both of the people I love. I don't say this to scare people, but having a trained professional is IMPORTANT. We know most of the time birth is safe. We know that what happened during our birth is not a normal occurrence. But without Ellie there I feel like it would have been a completely different day. She was quick to act when things didn't go as planned and made sure we knew what was happening at every point. We will forever be grateful for her calm personality in the middle of an emergency. During our prenatal care she was always available and helped us to feel confident, but I tell you what... during our birth she was a freakin ROCKSTAR! Thank you thank you thank you so much Ellie for all that you do for families. You helped us more then you know. "
B.O and baby Jane 2020
Rob and Jennifer Sent in:
" This is very hard for me to write as our experience with the birthing center was great, the midwifes there are thorough, timely, and really do know their stuff. Its only hard because my wifes whole pregnancy was the toughest time of our lives. she was sick, couldn't eat, felt horrible, at every ultrasound there was another thing. the one constant was the midwifes compassion and availability to show up for us. Giving us things to try and keep her nurished when nothing else was working. Even when my wife called her at 4 in the morning crying in fear. she gave us all the resources. and when something didn't work she had more ideas and more people to help us. over and over we were lost in this and having this support was i believe the only reason we got thru this time. I cant imagine doing this without the extra help. the doctor we saw in the beginning of this was horrible and making the switch was exactly what we needed. the birthing part was great, everything we wanted. Ellie helped me catch the baby in the water and we were sent home to revel in Gods greatness. I am thankful we found this safe haven in the middle of no where in the middle of hellish times. it was the support postpartum that is the reason I am writing this. the help we got during the pregnancy changed the way we felt taking care of this baby but making sure my wife was safe and healthy during bad postpartum depression saved her life. without the midwife there to help us, i don't know what could have happened! .”
" We arrived to the birthing center at 4 am. Tired and ready for the baby to come. Ellie Immediately tucked us into bed, checked on baby. You are working so hard, its time to try to rest she said. You are here, you are safe. All the stress my body was feeling melted away and we breathed through contractions together. Between I tried to rest but it was hard! She was there though keeping me focused on releasing the tension between. my husband got a nap and we got a baby a few short hours later! Baby was born sweetly and slowly into the water. Into my husbands hands. she guided us with her words and then tucked us back into bed with our tiny little babe. She was so attentive to our needs. Made sure I had food and water. Helping us to learn who this little one was and to figure out how to nurse. Her birthing center is the best thing that has happened to this town. She has been the midwife for every new mom I know and we all love and adore her. "
S and S
“From the very beginning, this birth center felt like a place where I was trusted to know myself and my body. Every interaction was with respect. Instead of being told what to do like they do at the doctors office, brusing you off. I was given thoughtful information, space to ask questions, and the freedom to make decisions that felt right for me. That approach alone completely changed how I experienced this pregnancy and out birth. I felt like the active participant in my care with them showing up for me, not someone being managed or directed like I did with my previous midwives and doctors.
Throughout this pregnancy, I felt deeply supported as a whole person. The midwives took the time to understand my values, my past experiences, and what mattered most to me. Appointments never felt rushed or transactional. I was encouraged to listen inward the whole time, and to trust my instincts, to stay connected to myself, while also feeling confident that I was surrounded by skilled, attentive professionals who were always watching carefully and thoughtfully.
When labor began, the environment and care reflected everything we had talked about during pregnancy. The midwives offered steady reassurance and clear communication. They said like a watchful eye! If anything else would have been needed, we talked about when they would offer their help but I knew I wanted them to leave me to it.. Their presence felt grounding and respectful, allowing me to stay in my body and trust the process unfolding.
My partner was intentionally included and supported, which made the experience even more meaningful for us. We felt like a team, guided but never overridden. After our baby was born, we were given time, privacy, and space to bond and settle in. Those first hours were peaceful, unhurried, and deeply emotional in the best way.
This birth experience was empowering in a way I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I left feeling strong, capable, and deeply respected in every way possible! The birth center didn’t just support the birth of our baby, it supported my autonomy, my confidence, and my sense of self. I am profoundly grateful for the care, presence, and intentionality that surrounded us during such a meaningful moment.”
Sent in from Shelby and Ryan
"I got pregnant with twins when I was 19. My husband was deployed with the Navy when I found out and he was not going to be home for the birth of his
children. I was so scared. I had no one. I moved to San Diego to be with Matt and he couldn't be there for us! My sister suggested that I find someone in my area who could go to my prenatal appoints with me, help me find a midwife and be there for me emotionally when I needed someone. It was a Godsend when I was able to meet with Ellie. I found her through a mutual friend and she was willing to be with me every step of the way. Together we found a midwife who would attend the home birth I wanted. Which was hard, because not many midwives would take a twin birth. She helped me through dealing with long bouts of depression during my
pregnancy and even made sure that I had everything I would need for the birth. She answered my questions, eased my fears and was more then I could have ever asked for in a friend let alone a doula. When I went into labor I freaked out but Ellie was there immediately. Reassuring me that I could do this. That although my husband was not here that I was in control and our babies would be safe. She suggested lots of positions and worked very well to not be in the way of the midwife. Not even having to mention how on it she was when I needed something! She took pictures and even worked out before hand with my husband that he would be able to attend the birth via skype and his face showed up right on time on a little tablet screen to see me push our beautiful babies into this world. One being a breech too!) My pregnancy and birth was not what I wanted it to be. But because I had such amazing support I was able to fight for what I needed. I was able to overcome what could have been the worst part of my life with depression and end up on my feet, better because of it. Ellie even suggested that because I dealt with depression during my pregnancy that I was at a very high risk of developing postpartum depression and she wanted me to encapsulate my placenta for me. FOR FREE.... So that she could make sure I was taken care of. And because Matt would not be home for another month after I delivered I hired her to stay on as a postpartum doula and care for the three of us. Not only would I recommend Ellie to anyone I come across in the street who is pregnant but I am so proud to say that when she becomes a midwife I will
gladly pay double her fee for her to come back to San Diego and catch my babies!
Thank you Ellie for being such an amazing woman. You gave me strength to do it myself. You gave me courage and I was able to do this because of you.
A happy customer and Grateful family
LISA, MATT, EMILY AND STEVEN
Choosing to get my care with these midwives was about more than where I would give birth, it was about how I wanted to be treated during one of the most vulnerable and powerful moments of my life. From the beginning, I felt respected as the decision-maker in my own care. Information was shared clearly and honestly, my questions were welcomed, and my choices were always honored. I never felt talked over, rushed, or steered in a direction that didn’t feel right for me.
Throughout my pregnancy, the care felt collaborative. I was supported in listening to my body and trusting my instincts, while also knowing that I was in capable, experienced hands. When labor began, that foundation of trust made all the difference. I felt free......to move, rest, breathe, to just labor... The midwives offered guidance and reassurance without taking control of the process. Their calm presence allowed me to stay grounded and focused on my own strength.
What meant the most to me was feeling truly seen. My emotions, my boundaries, and my individuality were all respected. My partner was also supported and included in a way that felt natural and empowering for both of us. After our baby arrived, we were given the time and space to soak in those first moments without being hurried or disrupted.
This birth experience affirmed my trust in myself and my body in a way I didn’t know was possible. I left feeling strong, respected, and deeply grateful. The care we received here was intentional, empowering, and rooted in genuine respect, and it is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life because it helped me be the mom that I am.”
Joni and Charles with baby B
Marci:
"Ellie was wonderful. She was so supportive and it was such a blessing to have her assist in the birth of our precious son."
S and R Sent in: "We are so glad to have taken your help and are convinced that it was essential for a smooth delivery. So we take it as a responsibility to tell anyone, who will listen, the importance of a doula and an experienced one at that. You are doing a great service.”
Janet sent in:
I had the best expeirence with yall as my birthing team. I feel like you supporting me through being able to make my own decisions and feel empowered in them and never nervous. I had a rough time with nutrition and mental health and during my whole pregnancy you offered a caring ear to make sure I was always supported at home.
Thank you so much for believing in me!
Elly:
“I can’t put into words how thankful I am for this birth center and the care we received. From the moment we walked in, I felt seen, listened to, and completely supported. The space itself felt calm and safe, but what mattered most was the presence of the midwives. They trusted my body, honored my choices, and never rushed or pressured anything. I felt held emotionally as much as I was cared for physically. My birth was peaceful, empowering, and deeply healing, and I truly believe that’s because of the intentional, loving care here. Bringing our baby into the world in this space is something I will always be grateful for. This experience changed how I see birth and myself as a mother.”
Choosing this birth center over going back to the biggger birth center that I had my last baby with was the best decision we made. The care was thoughtful, respectful, and deeply personal instead of rushed and meeting a new midwife every visit. I felt calm, confident, and supported every step of the way. The midwives created an environment where I could fully trust my body and my baby. Our birth was beautiful, and I will forever be grateful for the care, presence, and wisdom we received here.”
Baby Jane and Momma Tommie
Bobby and Jay with baby Melanie
“When I look back on my birth experience, what stands out most is how safe and supported I felt the entire time. There was a quiet confidence in the care here that allowed me to fully relax and stay present through labor. Nothing felt rushed or forced. I was encouraged, guided, and cared for in a way that felt both professional and deeply personal.
The midwives were attentive and intuitive, checking in when needed and giving space when it mattered most. I always felt like my voice and preferences were respected. Even in the intense moments of labor, there was a sense of calm that carried me through. My partner felt welcome and involved, and we both felt cared for as a family, not just as patients.
After our baby was born, the care didn’t stop. The time we were given to rest, bond, and settle in made a huge difference. Those first hours felt peaceful and unhurried, something I will always treasure. Choosing this birth center gave us an experience that felt intentional, safe, and deeply meaningful. I am so thankful for the care we received and for the space that held one of the most important moments of our lives.”
Laura wrote:Ellie, I think about my birth often and about how grateful I am that you were there. During pregnancy, we talked so much about trust, about staying flexible, and about how safety and gentleness could exist together. When labor shifted and you needed to step in for me and my baby, it somehow felt calm instead of scary. You were steady, grounded, and so clear in the way you guided me. Nothing felt abrupt or out of alignment with what we had planned. It felt like a natural continuation of the care you had been giving me all along. I always knew what was happening, why you were doing what you were doing, and I never once felt like things were being done to me. I felt supported, protected, and deeply respected in one of the most vulnerable moments of my life. Looking back, I don’t remember fear. I remember trust, and the feeling that my baby and I were truly safe in your hands.
Thank you for being there to keep us safe. I dont know what I would have done if you werent there. You will forever hold a place in out family!
What struck me most was how calm everything felt. There was no sense of urgency, just my natural intuition of what I needed to do. I was so supported, I almost forgot anyone else was in the room, yet I always felt safe. My choices were honored without explanation or justification. I was trusted to know my body and my baby. The environment felt grounding and intentional, and the care felt holistic in the truest sense because that was super important to me. This birth gave me confidence not just as a mother, but as a woman who can trust herself.
2017 from Jill and Bo with baby M
This experience completely redefined what midwifery care means to me because of my previous experience with "Medwives".
I had space. I had time. I had me... There were no vaginal exams my entire birth and no unnecessary touch, which allowed me to stay deeply connected to my body and instincts throughout labor. The support was steady and intuitive, never intrusive. I felt like the focus was always on protecting my mental and emotional space just as much as my physical safety. I left this birth feeling strong, respected, and profoundly changed. It was everything I hoped birth could be.
Mom to baby GG (Name hidden for privacy)
My oh my oh my Ellie!!
I didn’t realize how much I needed a provider who truly trusted birth until I experienced it firsthand. I was never rushed, corrected, or redirected. I had a traumatic first and second birth before I came here desperate for support. and that is exactly what I got... SUPPORT.
My labor wasn’t treated like something to control, I wasnt treated like I needed to be controlled. It was something to be honored. The care was quiet, thoughtful, and deeply respectful. I felt seen as a whole person, not just a body going through a process the entire time. Every choice I made was met with support, not judgment, and information. This birth helped me release fear I didn’t even know I was carrying from past experiences. I needed this.
Thank yall so much!
Val 2020
Ellie, I don’t even know how to fully put into words what this birth meant to me, but I’ll try. From the moment I chose you, I felt a sense of calm that I had never experienced in pregnancy before. You never once made me feel like my body needed to be checked, measured, or evaluated. There were no pressure, no subtle steering. Instead, there was trust. Real trust. During labor, I felt completely free to move, to be quiet, to be loud, to disappear inward when I needed to. You were there without ever taking over the space. When I needed reassurance, it came gently. When I needed nothing at all, that was respected too. I felt safe in a way that allowed me to soften instead of brace. That changed everything. This birth gave me a level of confidence and peace I didn’t know I was capable of. Thank you for protecting my autonomy so fiercely and so quietly. I am so glad I was able to find you!
With my forever gratitude - Emily
What you gave me was not just a birth experience, it was healing. I came into this pregnancy carrying fear from past births, even though I didn’t fully realize how much until I was in labor. The calm presence you brought into the room was grounding from the start. There was no rush, no sense of urgency, no feeling that I needed to perform or progress in a certain way. You never pushed. I was allowed to labor in my own rhythm, even when that rhythm didn’t look like anything I had seen before. I felt respected not just physically, but emotionally. For the first time, I felt like my experience mattered just as much as the outcome. I walked away from this birth lighter, stronger, and more trusting of myself than I have ever been. Thank you thank you thank you! I think I really needed was for you to trust me so I could realize I just needed to trust myself.
Sent in from *Anonymous*
Thank you for honoring me in a way I didn’t know healthcare could. From prenatal visits to the moment my baby was born, I felt listened to and deeply respected. I never had to explain or justify my choices, they were simply accepted and supported. During labor, the lack of invasive exams allowed me to stay fully present in my body and connected to my baby like I really wanted to be. I was able to stay calm and grounded the whole time because nothing pulled me out of that space. You were there, watching carefully but only stepped in only when truly needed after my other births that left me feeling empty. That balance is rare, and it made all the difference. I left this birth feeling proud of myself, confident in my body, and profoundly grateful to have been cared for in such an intentional and holistic way.
Mom and Dad of baby RJ
Ellie, I want you to know how much your presence meant to me as a father. I came into this birth wanting to support my partner but honestly feeling unsure of my role and a little nervous about the unknowns. What you created was a space where I never felt sidelined or pushed out, but also never overwhelmed by instructions or fear. You trusted the process, and that trust helped me trust it too.
Watching my partner labor without constant interruptions was eye-opening. There was no sense of urgency, no hovering, no feeling that something needed to be fixed. You allowed her to stay in her own pace, and you allowed me to stay focused on her instead of watching monitors or waiting for someone to tell us what was happening. Your calm, quiet presence grounded both of us. When I needed reassurance, you gave it in a way that didn’t create anxiety. When nothing needed to be said, you respected the silence.
What meant the most to me was how much you honored her. You treated her like the expert of her own body, and that changed how I saw birth and how I saw her. I watched her step into her strength without being managed or directed, and it was incredibly powerful to witness. I never felt like a bystander. I felt like an active, trusted part of the experience.
This birth didn’t just give us our baby, it gave us confidence as parents and as a team. I’m deeply grateful for the way you protected the space, trusted the process, and supported our family so intentionally. Thank you for giving us an experience we will carry with us for the rest of our lives.
Brad and Ashlie with baby H
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Ellie helped my wife and I through one of the most intense and amazing days of our lives. Her quick thinking and excellent training saved both of the people I love. I don't say this to scare people, but having a trained professional is IMPORTANT. We know most of the time birth is safe. We know that what happened during our birth is not a normal occurrence. But without Ellie there I feel like it would have been a completely different day. She was quick to act when things didn't go as planned and made sure we knew what was happening at every point. We will forever be grateful for her calm personality in the middle of an emergency. During our prenatal care she was always available and helped us to feel confident, but I tell you what... during our birth she was a freakin ROCKSTAR! Thank you thank you thank you so much Ellie for all that you do for families. You helped us more then you know. "
B.O and baby Jane 2020
Rob and Jennifer Sent in:
" This is very hard for me to write as our experience with the birthing center was great, the midwifes there are thorough, timely, and really do know their stuff. Its only hard because my wifes whole pregnancy was the toughest time of our lives. she was sick, couldn't eat, felt horrible, every ultrasound there was another thing. the one constant was the midwifes compassion and availability to show up for us. Even when my wife called her at 4 in the morning crying in fear. she gave us all the resources. and when something didn't work she had more ideas and more people to help us. over and over we were lost in this and having this support was i believe the only reason we got thru this time. I cant imagine doing this without the extra help. the doctor we saw in the beginning of this was horrible and making the switch was exactly what we needed. the birthing part was great, everything we wanted. Ellie helped me catch the baby in the water and we were sent home to revel in Gods greatness. I am thankful we found this safe haven in the middle of no where in the middle of hellish times. it was the support postpartum that is the reason I am writing this. the help we got during the pregnancy changed the way we felt taking care of this baby but making sure my wife was safe and healthy during bad postpartum depression saved her life. without the midwife there to help us, i don't know what could have happened! .”
" We arrived to the birthing center at 4 am. Tired and ready for the baby to come. Ellie Immediately tucked us into bed, checked on baby. You are working so hard, its time to try to rest she said. You are here, you are safe. All the stress my body was feeling melted away and we breathed through contractions together. Between I tried to rest but it was hard! She was there though keeping me focused on releasing the tension between. my husband got a nap and we got a baby a few short hours later! Baby was born sweetly and slowly into the water. Into my husbands hands. she guided us with her words and then tucked us back into bed with our tiny little babe. She was so attentive to our needs. Made sure I had food and water. Helping us to learn who this little one was and to figure out how to nurse. Her birthing center is the best thing that has happened to this town. She has been the midwife for every new mom I know and we all love and adore her. "
S and S
“From the very beginning, this birth center felt like a place where I was trusted to know myself and my body. Every interaction was rooted in respect. Instead of being told what to do, I was given thoughtful information, space to ask questions, and the freedom to make decisions that felt right for me. That approach alone completely changed how I experienced pregnancy and birth. I felt like an active participant in my care, not someone being managed or directed like I did with my previous midwives and doctors.
Throughout my pregnancy, I felt deeply supported as a whole person. The midwives took the time to understand my values, my past experiences, and what mattered most to me. Appointments never felt rushed or transactional. I was encouraged to listen inward, to trust my instincts, and to stay connected to myself, while also feeling confident that I was surrounded by skilled, attentive professionals who were always watching carefully and thoughtfully.
When labor began, the environment and care reflected everything we had talked about during pregnancy. I was free to move how it felt right, vocalize how I needed to, encouraged to rest, fed to keep me nourished, and labor in ways that felt natural to me. There was no pressure to perform, progress on a clock, or follow a script. The midwives offered steady reassurance, quiet encouragement, and clear communication, stepping in only if needed and always with my consent but were much more of a watchful eye then anything else even though we talked about when they would offer their help.. Their presence felt grounding and respectful, allowing me to stay in my body and trust the process unfolding.
My partner was intentionally included and supported, which made the experience even more meaningful for us. We felt like a team, guided but never overridden. After our baby was born, we were given time, privacy, and space to bond and settle in. Those first hours were peaceful, unhurried, and deeply emotional in the best way.
This birth experience was empowering in a way I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I left feeling strong, capable, and deeply respected. This birth center didn’t just support the birth of our baby, it supported my autonomy, my confidence, and my sense of self. I am profoundly grateful for the care, presence, and intentionality that surrounded us during such a meaningful moment.”
"I got pregnant with twins when I was 19. My husband was deployed with the Navy when I found out and he was not going to be home for the birth of his
children. I was so scared. I had no one. I moved to San Diego to be with Matt and he couldn't be there for us! My sister suggested that I find someone in my area who could go to my prenatal appoints with me, help me find a midwife and be there for me emotionally when I needed someone. It was a Godsend when I was able to meet with Ellie. I found her through a mutual friend and she was willing to be with me every step of the way. Together we found a midwife who would attend the home birth I wanted. Which was hard, because not many midwives would take a twin birth. She helped me through dealing with long bouts of depression during my
pregnancy and even made sure that I had everything I would need for the birth. She answered my questions, eased my fears and was more then I could have ever asked for in a friend let alone a doula. When I went into labor I freaked out but Ellie was there immediately. Reassuring me that I could do this. That although my husband was not here that I was in control and our babies would be safe. She suggested lots of positions and worked very well to not be in the way of the midwife. Not even having to mention how on it she was when I needed something! She took pictures and even worked out before hand with my husband that he would be able to attend the birth via skype and his face showed up right on time on a little tablet screen to see me push our beautiful babies into this world. One being a breech too!) My pregnancy and birth was not what I wanted it to be. But because I had such amazing support I was able to fight for what I needed. I was able to overcome what could have been the worst part of my life with depression and end up on my feet, better because of it. Ellie even suggested that because I dealt with depression during my pregnancy that I was at a very high risk of developing postpartum depression and she wanted me to encapsulate my placenta for me. FOR FREE.... So that she could make sure I was taken care of. And because Matt would not be home for another month after I delivered I hired her to stay on as a postpartum doula and care for the three of us. Not only would I recommend Ellie to anyone I come across in the street who is pregnant but I am so proud to say that when she becomes a midwife I will
gladly pay double her fee for her to come back to San Diego and catch my babies!
Thank you Ellie for being such an amazing woman. You gave me strength to do it myself. You gave me courage and I was able to do this because of you.
A happy customer and Grateful family
LISA, MATT, EMILY AND STEVEN
Choosing to get my care with these midwives was about more than where I would give birth, it was about how I wanted to be treated during one of the most vulnerable and powerful moments of my life. From the beginning, I felt respected as the decision-maker in my own care. Information was shared clearly and honestly, my questions were welcomed, and my choices were always honored. I never felt talked over, rushed, or steered in a direction that didn’t feel right for me.
Throughout my pregnancy, the care felt collaborative. I was supported in listening to my body and trusting my instincts, while also knowing that I was in capable, experienced hands. When labor began, that foundation of trust made all the difference. I felt free to move, rest, breathe, and labor in the ways that felt natural to me. The midwives offered guidance and reassurance without taking control of the process. Their calm presence allowed me to stay grounded and focused on my own strength.
What meant the most to me was feeling truly seen. My emotions, my boundaries, and my individuality were all respected. My partner was also supported and included in a way that felt natural and empowering for both of us. After our baby arrived, we were given the time and space to soak in those first moments without being hurried or disrupted.
This birth experience affirmed my trust in myself and my body in a way I didn’t know was possible. I left feeling strong, respected, and deeply grateful. The care we received here was intentional, empowering, and rooted in genuine respect, and it is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life.”
Joni and Charles with baby B
Marci:
"Ellie was wonderful. She was so supportive and it was such a blessing to have her assist in the birth of our precious son."
S and R Sent in: "We are so glad to have taken your help and are convinced that it was essential for a smooth delivery. So we take it as a responsibility to tell anyone, who will listen, the importance of a doula and an experienced one at that. You are doing a great service.”
Janet sent in:
I had the best expeirence with yall as my birthing team. I feel like you supporting me through being able to make my own decisions and feel empowered in them and never nervous. I had a rough time with nutrition and mental health and during my whole pregnancy you offered a caring ear to make sure I was always supported at home.
Thank you so much for believing in me!
Elly:
“I can’t put into words how thankful I am for this birth center and the care we received. From the moment we walked in, I felt seen, listened to, and completely supported. The space itself felt calm and safe, but what mattered most was the presence of the midwives. They trusted my body, honored my choices, and never rushed or pressured anything. I felt held emotionally as much as I was cared for physically. My birth was peaceful, empowering, and deeply healing, and I truly believe that’s because of the intentional, loving care here. Bringing our baby into the world in this space is something I will always be grateful for. This experience changed how I see birth and myself as a mother.”
Choosing this birth center over going back to the biggger birth center that I had my last baby with was the best decision we made. The care was thoughtful, respectful, and deeply personal instead of rushed and meeting a new midwife every visit. I felt calm, confident, and supported every step of the way. The midwives created an environment where I could fully trust my body and my baby. Our birth was beautiful, and I will forever be grateful for the care, presence, and wisdom we received here.”
Baby Jane and Momma Tommie
Bobby and Jay with baby Melanie
“When I look back on my birth experience, what stands out most is how safe and supported I felt the entire time. There was a quiet confidence in the care here that allowed me to fully relax and stay present through labor. Nothing felt rushed or forced. I was encouraged, guided, and cared for in a way that felt both professional and deeply personal.
The midwives were attentive and intuitive, checking in when needed and giving space when it mattered most. I always felt like my voice and preferences were respected. Even in the intense moments of labor, there was a sense of calm that carried me through. My partner felt welcome and involved, and we both felt cared for as a family, not just as patients.
After our baby was born, the care didn’t stop. The time we were given to rest, bond, and settle in made a huge difference. Those first hours felt peaceful and unhurried, something I will always treasure. Choosing this birth center gave us an experience that felt intentional, safe, and deeply meaningful. I am so thankful for the care we received and for the space that held one of the most important moments of our lives.”