Mama Flow Studio — Local services in San Jose

As a first-time parent-to-be, my partner and I were understandably nervous about the birthing process. Enter Cat, our guiding light through this transformative journey.

From our initial meeting to the moment we welcomed our little one into the world, Cat exuded professionalism, compassion, and expertise.

She was not just a doula; she became an integral part of our birth team, offering unwavering support and reassurance every step of the way. Her calming presence and extensive knowledge of birthing techniques were invaluable during labor. She provided personalized guidance tailored to our preferences, ensuring we felt empowered and in control throughout the process. In the 11th hour of our labor, baby was facing sidelined which could have meant an emergency C-section. Cat jumped in to help with shifting positions and we were able to get the baby turned around just in time to start pushing. Her knowledge allowed us to have the vaginal birth we always dreamed of having.

Beyond her exceptional support during labor, Cat went above and beyond to provide postpartum care and guidance. She offered invaluable advice on breastfeeding, newborn care, and emotional support during those tender early days of parenthood.

What truly sets Cat apart is her genuine passion for supporting families during one of life's most profound experiences. She not only supported me and my partner but also fostered a sense of community among our birthing team, including medical professionals and family members.

Thanks to Cat, our birth experience was not only positive but transformative. She helped us navigate the complexities of childbirth with grace and confidence, leaving us feeling empowered and ready to embrace parenthood.

If you're looking for a birth doula who brings expertise, compassion, and unwavering support to your birthing journey, look no further than Cat. She is a true gem in the world of birth support, and we feel incredibly grateful to have had her by our side. Thank you, Cat, for helping us welcome our little miracle into the world with love...

Cat was my birthing doula, but I also attended her prenatal yoga classes and personal yoga sessions (both prenatal and postpartum) When my husband and I met Cat, we both agreed that she was the right doula for us. She is so knowledgeable about birth, and her passion really shines through in all that she does. In helping us to develop our birth preferences, she provided us with so much practical information and was so supportive of whatever we decided. She also worked with me and my husband on birthing positions and got my husband involved in practicing what it would be like to physically support me during labor. I feel like our overall birth experience was positive despite the challenges we faced during labor and delivery. We definitely felt very supported throughout the labor process. Cat worked really well with the hospital staff, and respectfully asked questions when it could help to inform any decisions. There were many times where we were so grateful that Cat had asked/clarified something because it changed the course of our decision making. Once we got home, Cat pointed us to several resources, most notably a lactation consultant who is very knowledgeable and helped us to lower our baby’s bilirubin (which was teetering on requiring a hospital stay). During our prenatal yoga sessions, Cat would educate moms about how specific movements can facilitate labor, using a model of the pelvis to help visualize it. This was really helpful to see. Now during my postnatal sessions, she has shifted the movements to facilitate healing and re-strengthening of my pelvic floor. I cannot express how much of a pleasure it is to work with Cat. She has such a vibrant energy and I look forward to every session I have with her. I...

I am all in with Mama Flow! I took Prenatal Yoga FUSION during my last month of pregnancy, and it helped me feel more confident and ready for labor and delivery. I appreciated the education woven into the classes, which helped me understand more about what was happening in my body. With Cat’s doula experience, the classes also encouraged phenomenal mental preparation for the birth process!

5 weeks after delivery, I started attending the Postpartum Core+Floor REHAB classes, which have been a game changer in my postpartum recovery. I was supported as I eased back in after giving birth. The classes helped me learn how to breathe in a way that engages my deep core muscles, helping retrain my postpartum body. Furthermore, since the classes have incredible range, I am still building strength and getting a good sweat every rehab class at 5 months postpartum! There are certainly opportunities to level up the strength and cardio challenge levels! Cat, and the instructors she has brought on board (shout out to Chelsea!), are so knowledgeable and experienced in the area of perinatal and pelvic floor health! They are generous with their time for questions after class, which has helped me track and optimize my personal recovery. It has also been fun to share classes with my baby! The studio is so welcoming and supportive of mamas bringing babies to class! As an added bonus, I have found such a supportive community of women to share the journey and exchange postpartum stories with. Mama Flow has been a huge part of my transition into parenthood. I cannot recommend this...