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Gentle Waves Birthing
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Pregnancy care center
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“Our goal for our birth experience was a natural water birth with as little medical intervention as possible at a freestanding birth center.”
“She working well with our midwives at the birth center, and the medical personnel at the hospital when an unexpected situation arose after the birth.”
“From the moment I got pregnant, I knew I wanted to have a natural birth but was still fearful of the unknowns since this was my first baby.”
“This was especially helpful while I was having trouble breastfeeding, and she referred me to a lactation consultant.”
“By working with Carolynn and doing her Hypnobirthing class - along with my own personal research - we felt incredibly confident, at ease, and excited about labor.”
What parents say again and again
“Our goal for our birth experience was a natural water birth with as little medical intervention as possible at a freestanding birth center.”
“From the moment I got pregnant, I knew I wanted to have a natural birth but was still fearful of the unknowns since this was my first baby.”
“This was especially helpful while I was having trouble breastfeeding, and she referred me to a lactation consultant.”
“By working with Carolynn and doing her Hypnobirthing class - along with my own personal research - we felt incredibly confident, at ease, and excited about labor.”
What parents say
Looking for a Doula? Look no further. Carolynn is a boss!!! She knows more about labor, delivery, and the birthing process than anyone that I have ever talked to. As first time parents we were nervous about what to expect in the delivery room.
I first met Carolynn when she came as the back-up doula for the birth of my first child. It was a really challenging 24-hour labor, and even though I had not met Carolynn prior to her arrival at the hospital, she calmed me down right away and got things progressing to where they needed to be.
After speaking with Carolynn on the phone, I had no doubts that I wanted to work with her. Each prenatal visit left my husband and I feeling more and more ready for the birth of our daughter, and my birth experience was more than I ever could have asked for.
My husband and I are so thankful that Carolynn was present at the birth of our first child. We would highly recommend her to anyone considering a doula. I knew early on in my pregnancy that I wanted to have a doula.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Gentle Waves Birthing a freestanding birth center or a hospital unit?
- Their public listing categorizes them as pregnancy care center, not a hospital maternity unit. Ask them directly where births take place and how they coordinate with hospitals, and confirm the details with your provider.
- Does Gentle Waves Birthing offer water birth?
- Water birth or birthing tubs come up in their public listing or reviews. Tub availability can change and eligibility depends on your situation, so confirm directly with the facility and your provider.
- Does Gentle Waves Birthing accept insurance or Medicaid?
- We couldn't confirm insurance details from public information. Ask the facility which plans they accept, and check with your insurer about coverage for the type of birth care you're planning.
- How do I get in touch or see the facility?
- Call +1 978-604-1050. Most birth centers and hospital maternity units offer tours — it's the best way to get your questions answered before you decide.
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