Whatever your preconception, prenatal or postpartum needs are, our midwives and Sanctuary staff are committed to surpassing your expectations. All of us here are committed to bringing you the most well-rounded, professional, and compassionate care available.
All of our services can be personalized into a package that meets your individualized needs, so that you and your family feel pampered, supported, and that this major life transition happens with the greatest of ease wherever you choose to deliver your baby.
Preconception and Fertility Counseling
Our program of pre-pregnancy counseling includes fertility awareness, nutritional counseling and conscious conception support. If necessary the staff can provide blood tests and other diagnostic measures helpful for optimizing your fertility health.
The Sanctuary midwifery team pride themselves in providing compassionate, comprehensive care for you and your baby through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Your care includes:
Your care follows the same schedule of traditional obstetric appointments. Each prenatal appointment is an hour in length to ensure that a solid, trusting relationship is developed between you and each of your midwives, your care is thorough and personalized, and all of your questions and concerned are addressed. Our Licensed and Certified Nurse Midwives focus on nutrition, stress management, and pre and peri-natal psychology to support moms to be and the growing baby in having the healthiest and most well rounded pregnancy experience possible. We can also provide you with individual prenatal visits to supplement your care with a physician.
Birthing in the comfort and convenience of familiar surroundings provides the optimal welcoming environment for both mom and baby. Your Sanctuary birth team will provide innovative and individualized labor, birth, and post partum care in the comfort of your home. top
Our Zen Birthing Suite provides a beautiful clean environment in which to give birth- including a private room with large birthing tub, a lounge, a full kitchen and all the amenities of a fine hotel. top
Water Birth
We specialize in water birth. Most women experience both physical and emotional comfort laboring in warm water. A portable birthing pool can be set up in your home at no additional cost. Our Zen Birthing Suite will include a private room with large built in birthing tub. top
After your baby is born your care continues six weeks postpartum with both home and office visits to ensure the well-being of you and your baby. We can also provide you with individual postpartum home visits to supplement your care with a physician. top
We are on-call for you and your baby 24/7 to answer any questions or concerns you may be having during the six-week postpartum period. top
The Sanctuary provides all basic gynecological care including pregnancy testing, PAP smears, birth control, breast exams, vaginal and urine cultures, and confidential HIV and STD testing, as well as natural remedies for PMS, menopause, and other women’s issues. top
Having a doula present with you while in early labor and throughout the birth process is one of the most amazing ways to feel supported and nurtured throughout the labor process. Numerous clinical studies have found that a doula’s presence at a birth tends to result in shorter labors, fewer birth related complications, a reduction on the use of drugs, reduces the use of forceps, vacuum extractions, and cesareans, and leaves women with more of a sense of satisfaction form their birth experience. All of our doulas are neonatal resuscitation certified, have current infant, child and adult CPR certification, and are experienced with home or hospital birth. Whether you are birthing with us or in a hospital setting, we would be happy to help you find the perfect doula for your needs. top
Sanctuary postpartum doula services support your graceful transition from pregnancy into parenthood. We provide guidance and emotional support for the whole family, infant care education from breastfeeding to soothing baby’s cries, and much needed general help such as household duties and errands. Your postpartum doula caters to the specific needs of your family so you can focus your attention on rest, renewal, and welcoming the newest member of your family into a loving and peaceful home. Ask our staff how a post-partum doula may be just what you need when your baby is finally here.
Lactation Services
Successful breastfeeding is essential to providing your baby with the very best start in life. Many women nurse with little or no problems, yet for moms experiencing challenges, help from one The Sanctuary’s skilled and highly trained lactation consultants can make all the difference. Our consultants can help with common problems such as sore nipples, engorgement, mastitis, latching issues, low milk supply and low weight gain in baby. For moms who have had any type of breast surgery or past breastfeeding challenges prenatal support will help make breastfeeding a success. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your midwife who will guide you to lactation support as needed. House calls are available to meet the needs of new parents! top
The Sanctuary offers many Wellness services in the office, and many other practitioners are available on an out-call basis. The recently opened Birthing Suite provides a spacious, nurturing environment for birthing with our California Medical Board Licensed Midwives.
From prenatal massage to postpartum pampering, our skilled midwifes and Sanctuary staff has you covered. Speak to our staff to schedule an appointment today. top
You received superior, compassionate care through your pregnancy and birth; now provide the same quality healthcare for your child from newborn through teenager years. In addition to wellness Check-ups, The Sanctuary’s holistic practitioners can address most childhood ailments and concerns naturally using kid-friendly herbs and supplements, homeopathy, light acupuncture or acupressure, Tui-na (therapeutic Chinese massage), and other gentle and effective treatments.
Some of the conditions we address:
- Colds and flu, cough, sniffles, and sore throats
- Belly aches from colic, constipation, diarrhea, stress
- Food sensitivities and nutritional concerns
- Eczema, acne and other skin conditions
- Attention, social, linguistic, and cognitive disorders
- Insomnia and related sleep issues, bed wetting
- Earaches / infections
- Teething Pain
- Asthma and allergies
- Weakened immune system
- Headaches and migraines
Support your child’s path to wellness, and schedule an initial consultation through the Sanctuary office. top
Sanctuary Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine provide safe and effective support in pregnancy from conception through birth and postpartum care. top
Whether your road to parenthood is natural pregnancy, assisted reproductive techniques, surrogacy, or adoption, by taking time to prepare and nurture your body, mind, and spirit for parenthood, you re-vamp your life to create an optimum welcoming environment for the little soul that’s waiting in the wings. Your acupuncture sessions will not only address any physical imbalances but will also guide you to release unwanted stress and unhealthy emotional and lifestyle patterns so that you are best prepared to welcome a baby into your life. top
Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum
From morning sickness and fatigue to aches, pains, and digestive concerns, acupuncture and Chinese herbs can ease your transformation through this amazing time while keeping your entire being healthy and strong. In your 3rd trimester, acupuncture will prepare your body and the baby for labor and safely promote natural birth. If needed, the tiny needles often help to correct breech presentation. After the birth, acupuncture is a great way to assist and nurture your postpartum recovery. top
Schedule an in-office appointment with Sanctuary staff today.
As an expectant mom, your spine, pelvis, muscles, tendons, and internal organs are all shifting and adapting to compensate for the growing life inside you. By safely correcting misalignments in the body, your Sanctuary Chiropractor will help to alleviate strain and pain and correct imbalances in your nervous system. This allows for improved function of all of your body’s systems and enhanced development for your baby. Chiropractic care has been shown to significantly reduce the length of labor and the likelihood of experiencing back labor, while the Webster Technique adjusts the pelvis and uterus which allows the baby to settle into the best possible position for birth. Speak to The Sanctuary staff to schedule a chiropractic session. top
Regular massage during pregnancy can improve circulation, reduce pain, discomfort and swelling, and promote general well being. Sanctuary massage therapists are specially trained and chosen for their skills in nurturing pregnant mamas while gently and skillfully melting away accumulated tension and tightness in the body. Whether you prefer smooth, relaxing Swedish massage or energy work, more targeted deep tissue therapy, or other specialized bodywork we have a massage therapist to meet your needs. Our staff will help to match you with the best therapist for a session in the office or in your home, taking the stress out of de-stressing! top
Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST) is gentle, energetic bodywork using light touch to evaluate and enhance the body’s own healing and self-regulating capabilities. CST works by restoring balance and flow to the cerebral spinal fluid that surrounds and protects the brain. The effect is an improvement in the function of the central nervous system, a dissipation of stress, and a strengthening of resistance to disease. Your prenatal CST session can relieve the effects of daily stress as well as residual body-memories of past emotional and physical trauma. CST can also improve mobility in mom’s pelvis so baby can more easily assume an ideal birth position, thereby promoting a timely, easier birth. Our staff will be happy to schedule you a CST session today. top
A healthy, balanced diet specific to your needs and lifestyle is essential to your baby’s optimal growth and development, a healthy pregnancy and delivery, and a thriving postnatal environment for both you and baby. Many pregnancy-related conditions can be totally alleviated through food remedies and accurate diagnoses and appropriate nutritional recommendations. If necessary, complete blood and saliva analysis can identify any outstanding nutritional needs or conditions to determine the best way to support you through conception, pregnancy, and beyond. While your midwives will closely monitor your health and diet, The Sanctuary nutritionist can help you take your nutritional wellness to the next level. Speak to your midwives or our staff to schedule a consultation today. top
Sanctuary therapists specialize in supporting your unique experiences of preconception, pregnancy, and parenting. By addressing unresolved issues and supporting you through transitions into parenthood, you optimize your emotional wellness and enhance your capacity for a healthy natural birth and ability to form a strong bond with your baby. Pregnancy and parenting can stir a variety of feelings about family, relationships, and identity. Supportive therapy not only offers an opportunity for your own self-discovery but also lays positive groundwork for your child’s emotional health and social development. Our staff will help connect you with the right therapist for your transformative work. top
Hypnosis
Hypnosis teaches deep relaxation and how to access your bodies natural endorphines. These techniques eliminate the fear and tension that cause long labor and pain, then replace it with confident, calm control. Hypnosis has helps alleviate common ailments like stress, migraines, low-energy and pain. top
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Midwifery Services
Preconception & Fertility Counseling
Postpartum Services
The Wellness Center
-Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum
Additional Services
Blessing Way Ceremony
Belly Casting
Placenta Preparation
