Pensacola Birth & Maternity Center

Reviews

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  Morgan Green

  Dec 23, 2025
  5.0
  We are so thankful for Mandy and her team at Pensacola Birth and Maternity! I was able to have the home birth experience I was wanting to have with my 3rd after 2 prior hospital births. The whole team is very knowledgeable and made the whole process stress free. Mandy was always there and quick to respond if I had any questions and she was never pushy and always respected my decisions of what I wanted during and after birth! I would highly recommend Pensacola Birth and Maternity if you are looking to have a home birth!
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  Elle Owens

  Sep 15, 2025
  1.0
  It’s difficult to read the glowing reviews of Pensacola Birth and Maternity Center, because my experience was anything but amazing. I chose a home birth because I wanted the comfort of my own home, free of IVs and monitoring devices, able to move freely, and to avoid unnecessary interventions. When I first met Mandy at 25 weeks, we discussed the differences between home and hospital birth. I was relieved when she said cervical checks were unnecessary because vocal changes indicate transition. After researching and meeting with other midwives, we chose Mandy because we believed she was the best in the area. I worked hard to prepare my body—lifting weights, fitness classes, chiropractic adjustments, and pelvic floor therapy. I was able to run two miles just days before labor. I wanted to give myself and my baby the best chance at a safe birth. At 32 weeks, Mandy told me education classes would begin the following Tuesday. These were required in the contract and a major reason we chose this practice. Tuesday came and went. When I texted, I was told there was a “baby boom.” Weeks passed with nothing. At 37 weeks, I reached out again and got the same excuse: “Every time I schedule them, someone has labor.” We ultimately received only 2 of 5 classes, rushed during my 38th week, after multiple cancellations and reschedules. We went into birth unprepared and without the knowledge those classes were meant to provide. A home visit between 34–36 weeks is also included in the contract. Mine was scheduled at 36 weeks but canceled last minute. When I tried to reschedule, I was told “Probably Saturday.” Saturday came and went, and again it was canceled. The visit finally happened the day before I turned 38 weeks. By the final weeks, I felt unsettled. I hadn’t received the education I paid for, communication was poor, and I felt she was stretched too thin. But it was too late to change providers. Looking back, my instincts were right. I went into labor at 39 weeks and 3 days. Upon arrival, Mandy listened to the baby, then prepared a sterile glove. When I asked, “Are you going to check me?” she replied, “Yes,” and proceeded without my consent—one of the core reasons I’d chosen a home birth was to avoid unnecessary cervical checks. During active labor, Mandy fell asleep in a chair, spent long periods on her phone, was unsure about antibiotic reconstitution, and forgot an IV pole. When it came time to push, things worsened. I was told I wasn’t pushing hard enough. When I said I was, she replied, “Don’t give me lip, you need to push harder.” Later, as exhaustion overtook me, she told me to stop “thrashing like a wild animal.” I was dehumanized at the most vulnerable point of my life. Despite pushing for hours, I felt no progress and said, “The baby’s stuck.” Mandy snapped, “Don’t say that!” I begged to transfer and asked for a C-section. She told me, “You know better than anyone if we go to the hospital, it will take hours for them to get you anything.” My requests were disregarded. I spiraled into a crisis, expressing suicidal thoughts like “I want to die” and “someone slit my throat.” Instead of compassion or action, I was told, “Push harder,” and “You’re being irresponsible, think about your baby.” Only after several more hours of pushing did Mandy finally ask if I wanted to transfer, “based on how she was feeling.” I said yes immediately—“Call the ambulance right now.” At the hospital, the OB took one look at me and called an emergency C-section. His notes confirmed a large caput filling the vaginal cavity and baby’s head stuck at 0 station. What happened was unsafe, unprofessional, and traumatic. The consequences are lasting—physical scars, psychological trauma, and uncertainty about future vaginal births. Instead of enjoying the first weeks with my newborn, I’ve been left processing trauma and trying to heal from an experience that never should have happened. For these reasons, I cannot recommend Mandy or Pensacola Birth and Maternity Center. If you are considering this practice, I implore you to look elsewhere.
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  Diamond Cottrell

  Apr 10, 2025
  5.0
  I don’t leave reviews often, but when I do, it typically means I’ve had an amazing experience I felt the world should know about 🥰. I have given birth four times and this has been the most heartwarming birth by far. Mandy and her team have become members of our extended family. The birth of a new life is a very special and intimate moment. The staff arrived just in time to support me and my precious baby as he made his final descent into the world! I highly recommend this location if you desire a very close-knit approach to a very natural occurrence. Brooklyn is an awesome impromptu photographer too 😉. She captured some beautiful memories . Jacqueline is an awesome midwife in training— upgraded to my son’s “Fairy God-mother” 👼. You get a three-for- one special with this team ❤️. They accept Medicaid and most all insurances. They work with you and allow payment plans as well. You can give birth at home or at their center. The birth center is very cute & cozy too. It is very kid-friendly and fully equipped for families with children accompanying them to appointments or their birth. I chose my home because of personal reasons. The birth pool is very comfortable and easy to set up on your own. If you desire birth on your own terms, people that care and listen to you; then look no further! I highly recommend this practice for your birthing and midwifery needs. Thank you Pensacola Birth & Maternity Center 🦋
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  Brandy Hommes

  Dec 31, 2024
  5.0
  **“Mandy was an absolute blessing as my midwife during the birth of my child at home. From the very beginning, she was warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable, making me feel completely supported and confident in my decision to have a home birth. Her calming presence and encouragement throughout labor were exactly what I needed. She not only cared for me physically but also made sure I felt empowered and in control of the process. Mandy was attentive to every detail, ensuring a safe and smooth experience for both me and my baby. What truly stood out was her ability to balance professionalism with genuine care. I never felt rushed or unheard—she always took the time to answer my questions and explain everything clearly. I am so grateful to have had Mandy by my side during such an intimate moment. I couldn’t have asked for a better midwife. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone considering a home birth or seeking compassionate, expert care.”**
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  Kaylie Kavanagh

  Mar 14, 2024
  5.0
  I couldn't have chosen a better place or midwife for my pregnancy and birth. Mandy and Brooke are great. They were so supportive and encouraging through my whole pregnancy and during my labor.

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