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UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica
4.1 ★★★★☆ 17 Google reviews · Birth center · Medical clinic
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I delivered my son at BirthPlace SM last week and I can’t say enough how wonderful the staff was throughout the entire process. All of my nurses were so wonderful (Lindsay, Kerry Anne, Ollie, Diana, Carly, Sheree, Cara) and the doctors were all outstanding as well.
I gave birth to all 3 of my babies here (different births) and would do them all over again with the UCLA Santa Monica L&D team. There was not one single staff, nurse or doctor that was not nice or didn't listen to my needs/requests. I'll report on my most recent birth though which made me want to write this review.
I am so thankful for my experience giving birth here. The doctors and nurses honored my desire to have a non-medicated VBAC and worked with my birth plan to help me have an amazing birth experience. Every single nurse and provider that took care of me during postpartum were kind, friendly, helpful and attentive.
I can’t speak highly enough of the staff and hospital birth experience I had here. I drove from over an hour away to give birth at a hospital where I felt supported in my desire to have a vbac with competent and confident staff. I want to also give recognition due to Tanisha our nurse in Labor and Delivery.
Frequently asked questions
- Is UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica a freestanding birth center or a hospital unit?
- UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica is a freestanding birth center — a facility separate from a hospital. Freestanding birth centers typically serve low-risk pregnancies and have a hospital-transfer plan in place; ask UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica about theirs, and confirm with your provider that a birth-center birth fits your situation.
- Does UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica offer water birth?
- Water birth isn't mentioned in the public information we have for UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica. If a birthing tub matters to you, ask the facility directly — options change, and our data may not capture everything they offer.
- Does UCLA Health BirthPlace Santa Monica accept insurance or Medicaid?
- Their public listing or website mentions insurance or Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan and by service, so verify your specific plan directly with the facility and your insurer before you commit.
- How do I get in touch or see the facility?
- Call (424) 259-8250 or use the website link above. 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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