We worked with Ellie starting early in our pregnancy with our second. For my first, I had an unmedicated hospital birth in SF at UCSF. I can't say enough good things about Ellie. Her demeanor...
Ellie Griffinger, CNM - Golden Oak Midwives
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Golden Oak Midwives, a midwife-owned private practice based in Oakland, CA, has announced that they will be closing in January 2024 and joining the team of midwives at Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation in Berkeley. With a comprehensive model of care that addresses the whole person and family, Golden Oak Midwives has been instrumental in the expansion of midwifery services in the East Bay community, providing evidence-based prenatal and postpartum care, as well as well-women GYN care.
Golden Oak Midwives offers a warm and welcoming space in the heart of Oakland, featuring a cozy living room, beautiful exam rooms, and a private lactation suite. They provide continuous midwife support 24/7 through 6 weeks postpartum and beyond, curating their care to reflect and support the uniqueness of each client and their family. With a focus on cultivating trust, shared decision-making, and self-empowerment, Golden Oak Midwives aims to create a sense of community and connection among their clients, helping them navigate the journey of parenthood with support from a holistic team of perinatal professionals.
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Ellie is my favorite midwife I saw during my pregnancy at Alta Bates hospital. I was there for so long I think I saw 6 midwives and 3-4 MDs. She's so calming, empathetic, and knowledgeable. I was...
After the first 20 weeks with an OBGYN, we weren't feeling very excited about the birth process or very confident that the care would take our unique needs into account. After interviewing a few...
Deciding on a caregiver for our first pregnancy and birth wasn't a light decision. We initially planned on going with an OB but soon learned that they rotate depending on who was on duty and we...
With Ellie I had the pregnancy and birth I wish every mother could experience, every time. She was the supporting anchor on our little birth team, our advocate, and our friend. She empowered my...

