Cascade Midwives & Birth Center

Such amazing midwives and nurses that I had to go back for seconds! ;-) seriously… When you call and the front desk person knows exactly who you are, you know you’re in great hands. I would have a handful more babies just to have a handful more awesome births here. They allow water births, accept state insurance, will do home births (!), and their rooms feel like luxury hotel rooms. They’re very cooperative with not so typical birth plans. The moment I walked in I knew for sure this was where I wanted to give birth… And not once did I regret that decision. Love all these ladies and you will too!

I will always recommend this place to any mother. Darlene and Kyla were amazing during appointments and Kyla was like a super hero when it was time to meet my little girl! The birth assistants were just as amazing. They were constantly encouraging me that I was doing great. I can be very vocal and have quite the sailor mouth while birthing and it didn’t even bother them, they kept doing an outstanding job. It was just a magical experience and I am forever grateful.

This is where beautiful things happen with the help of the beautiful (and awesome) people.
I never thought I would want to give a birth with the help of midwives before. I am from California and All of my female friends gave birth at hospitals.
My sister gave birth to a boy here and has been going there for check ups now. EVERYONE working here has been helpful before the birth; answer all my and my sisters question about baby, labor, preparation to welcome baby, etc
During the labor; we got there around midnight. We called them and they were there ready. Professional nurse? With a lot of experience watch and log everything during the labor and the other one helped my sister gave a birth more easily (constantly rubbing. Checking. Encouraging my sister)
and after the birth of my nephew (answer all stupid questions (^^) we asked and give personal attention to the mommy and the baby.
Absolutely recommend this place and I will definitely give birth to my baby if I live in seattle.(or look for midwives in California if there is any)
What I realized from the whole experience of coming here and watching my sister give birth is that I don’t need to go to a hospital to give birth. Trying to get the baby out naturally and getting healed (my sister) naturally are totally Possible! Prices are reasonable and feeling of being cared and informed… We’ve got what we need:)highly highly recommend!

After a single appointment at Providence after I got pregnant, I decided a cold hospital birth was not what I wanted for myself. We met with Darlene for a tour and interview, and I knew right away this was the place I wanted to have my baby!
I can’t tell you how much I love everyone at Cascade Birth Center. I spent a lot of time here, not only for our appointments, but for our birth classes with Kayla. Unfortunately in my 8^th month I developed gestational diabetes and had to be transferred to a high risk OB, but everyone worked so hard to help manage my blood sugars to avoid that as long as possible.
Although I had to give birth under the care of an OB, she was a wonderful OB whom came highly recommended by the midwives and was very supportive of the natural/​pain free birth I had planned for all those long months.
The midwives also took over my postpartum care, so I was still able to share my birth experience and the first few weeks of my son’s life with them.
These women really care about your health and the health of your baby. You are not just another number to them, or another birth to rush through so they can get on with their busy lives. They are there for you 100% and I would highly recommend to anyone interested in a natural birth to meet with them. You’ll be so happy you did.

I cannot recommend Cascade Midwives and Birth Center enough. Darlene and her staff are like having a family you never want to loose touch of. I had my first baby at the birth center, and my second at home and both experiences were two of the best of my life. I’ve also been at two other births with Darlene and seen her decide to transfer one mother very early in the labor, which ended up being the best decision.
If you are a first time mother contemplating a birth with a midwife, see if Cascade is the place for you. Just go talk to them. You’ll immediately fall in love with this amazing place!!!

I waited until having my baby and 2 months longer before writing this review. I wanted to have the full experience and let it sink in before rating.
This was my 4^th pregnancy. The first two were highly medicalized and managed unnecessarily (I see that now, didn’t then). I had my third child with a hospital midwife and that was a much better experience. For my 4^th, I wanted something radically different.
I met with Darlene mostly, but also a few other midwives who filled in for Darlene when she wasn’t available. Darlene was extremely caring and considerate. Willing to spend a lot of time with you and answer all your questions. I didn’t have many questions or concerns, but she always asked if I did. There was no rush to get in an out of the office. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Unfortunately, I developed high blood pressure at 39 weeks. This happened my other births, so it was not a surprise. The blood pressure was not harming me or the baby (the only thing wrong with me was the blood pressure), but due to state regulations they could not keep me as a client if my blood pressure went over a certain level and I was right there. So we decided to induce labor with castor oil. Another unfortunate happening was that Darlene was out of town when this all happened. Her staff was in contact with her frequently, and her fill in, Melissa Denmark (a homebirth midwife from Snohomish), was excellent. I think it speaks well for a practice when their fill in is as good as their regular person!
My induction went very smoothly and I delivered my little boy early in the morning after a short labor. It was so relaxed and calm.
Cascade Midwives surprised me but also was exactly what I’d imagined midwifery care to be. I liked the mix of both natural and modern care. I felt totally comfortable that my baby and I were getting the best care possible. After all, births in a center or at home have been proven to be safer than those in a hospital. With the care of the staff at Cascade Midwives, my 4^th pregnancy and birth was a wonderful experience with no regrets.

I came to learn of this birthing center when my sister decided to give birth here.
My ideas on birth previously came from the birth video I’d seen of my mom giving birth to my brother, random t.v. reality shows, the latest trend of celebrities scheduling their c-​section, and from my sister-​in-​law, who gave birth all drugged up, in the hospital.
When I arrived at the birthing center when my sister was in labor I thought «What a beautiful place to have a baby!». The ceilings are vaulted with pine walls. Theres a large birthing tub in the corner of the room. All the furniture is. well, actual furniture. Nothing medicaly or hospitaly at all! It’s sooo comforting. There’s a nice big comfy queen size bed, a couch and nice hutches. The waiting room is more like a living room. In the birthing room they turn the lights down low and you get to bring in your own cd’s or mp3 player and play music of your choice while laboring! Also, they have a fridge for you to bring your own food and drinks to munch on (if you feel so inclined). No having just ice chips here!
Now that I feel a little more educated about birthing options I think it’s sad how many woman opt to just give birth in a hospital all drugged up.
I am 5 months pregnant now and have been seeing Darlene Curtis at the Cascade birthing center every month. My boyfriend and I are really comfortable with her and we really enjoy her a lot!
I know it’s going to be scary to give birth naturally but, I am so excited to do it here in my own way instead of laying down in a hospital bed with a gown.
I will update after my baby arrives in July.