Pediatricians in Oakland

“Traci is an incredible fertility acupuncturist - HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I started seeing Traci before an egg harvest cycle. She's now seen me through more than a year of care - with successful harvest, a healthy pregnancy, delivery and post-partum for our second child. Having worked with several fertility acupuncturists, Traci is truly in a league of her own.Competence. Traci has an expansive "toolkit" to address any issue or stage one might be in. As a former doula and midwife, she deeply understands the journey of pregnancy. She is also a mom, and can relate directly to experiences. Initially she worked with me to improve egg quality and quantity. She's helped improve my general health, and then a series of pregnancy complications. Most impressive has been her ability to keep my blood pressure low - to the astonishment of my doctors, and provide treatment around a breech baby (she's quite experienced in moxibustion). She's also helped me work through past medical trauma and create space to be an even better mom. She shares freely what she is doing and why, and compared to my past acupuncturists has a deeper knowledge and skill in delivering care. I was so grateful that she helped me go into labor naturally and avoid an induction. The results have been noticeable not only to me, but my husband and doctors. We need more Tracis in the world!Empathy and support. I joke that Traci is more than an acupuncturist - she's part therapist and part coach. She has a very gentle manner, and deeply listens and watches in each treatment and across treatments. She's provided so much insight and wisdom into the journey of being a working mom, and helped me find a higher sense of self through our work. In addition, she's in a practice of midwives and female physical therapists, so can make thoughtful recommendations on additional care.Relaxation. The office is an airy paradise...with light colored walls, welcoming receptionists, heated treatment tables, clean plants, and thoughtful music. It feels safe and relaxing, and parking is fairly easy on a nearby side street ($2 per hour).Ease. She has an easy online booking system, and I can usually get an appointment with 1-2 weeks advance notice. Traci has also squeezed me in countless times for an extra treatment - she always prioritizes taking care of her patients, even if it means taking extra time to let someone nap longer - or providing an extra treatment on the week of labor to help prepare. It's been seamless at every turn, and easy to communicate.She's been such a critical part of expanding our family, and bringing greater health, purpose, presence and well-being. I wish that every mom could experience the support and impact Traci offers - it's truly special.“

“She is the best I ever had/seen she takes her time with her people she the best at what she does and she cares about you“

“DR. CELESTE ALLEN is God's Angel! Truly & honestly. My kids have been seeing Dr. Allen for over 10+ years. She is attentive, caring, and truly an amazing person. They started seeing Dr. Allen when we lived in Oakland. We moved to Hercules & then Pittsburg and I still drive 30-45 minutes so they can see her. She is that good. My oldest daughter is now 23 and still sees Dr. Allen. She dreads turning 25 because she will not be able to continue as her patient. I have been holding off on writing this review because I really didn't want to share Dr. Allen but I'm realizing that others need her as well. DR. CELESTE ALLEN IS THE BEST!“