Sheali was amazing support at the birth of our son. We had some unexpected complications, resulting in an emergency c-section and she was instrumental in keeping the environment calm for us as she reassured us and advocated for us, helping us make last minute but informed decisions. She has a very calm presence, was very positive, and helpful on our preparation leading up to our birth. She made us feel confident with our birth plan and prepared us for different situations that could come up. Complications notwithstanding, we have incredibly positive feelings towards our birth experience and so much of that has to do with having Sheali there. We’d recommend her to anyone wanting to be informed and empowered in preparation for and during their labor and delivery experience!
— Emily Hardman
I am really grateful for Sheali's birth support. As a first time mom, having a birth plan done early on helped me understand the process and make informed decisions. I had an emergency c-section and Sheali was available and came in to the hospital right away, I felt a lot calmer having her there since I knew I was in good hands, she walked me through what to expect from a c-section in much more detail than the doctors. She also followed through with a postpartum visit to make sure me and baby were doing ok. I appreciate her warm and calm demeanor and her amazing experience and knowledge. I cannot recommend her enough!
— Alba Fusillo
I had the pleasure of working with Sheali for the birth of my second child. I knew I needed someone attentive who could help me navigate birth again with an 8 year gap between my kids. She was incredible! She advocated me and helped me prepare my birth plan so I felt as ready as I could be. She was right by my side in the delivery room, applying counter pressure, suggesting different positions and encouraging me to breathe. I’m so grateful I worked with Sheali and I will definitely seek her out again!
— Michele Murphy
Sheali is the best! We hired her for our first (and currently only) birth. We lived out of state for a few months so we worked with Sheali over the phone which was great. She helped me with my birth plan. When we moved to Utah, she came to meet us in person and went over different birthing positions with us. She was very responsive to text messages and phone calls. When it was time for my baby to come, Sheali showed up in a timely manner. She not only helped me with pain and birth positions, but she helped my husband and sister know how to help me as well. She applied counter pressure during contractions, offered much verbal support listened to me talk and whine and ask questions without judgement or annoyance. Sheali is the sweetest and so easy and fun to work with. I would absolutely hire her again!!
— Ashley Summers
Sheali is absolutely amazing! I was so grateful to have her by my side during my first delivery! I was very nervous for childbirth and I feel like she really helped me through it. The things she taught me helped me feel more confident in the decisions I had to make during the delivery. I made a birth plan with her and knew how to respond to next steps that needed to be taken when things came up because of how she prepared me. She was so supportive during delivery as my doula, helping me with natural pain relief strategies and she was so positive and great at communicating with my birth team. I really don’t think I could’ve done it without her. I would highly recommend her! You are in good hands with Sheali!
— Sarah Barnes
I am so grateful we got to have Sheali as our doula! After all my miscarriages, I had a lot of fears and doubts. She supported and listened to me. During labor she came to help with early labor at our apartment and then went with us to the birth center. She was incredibly helpful during labor with many tools to help with my desire to have a natural birth. She stayed up all night with us and encouraged me to keep going. She also was really helpful with helping me figure out how to breastfeed after birth.
— Cody&Larisa Greener
I am so happy I chose Sheali as my doula—she was everything I needed and more! Being a first-time mom, I had so many fears and stresses, but Sheali supported me through it all. She was incredibly helpful, calming, and reassuring every step of the way. I can’t imagine going through my first birth experience without her guidance and care. I’m so grateful for her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula!
— Delaney Harris
Sheali is absolutely amazing. This was my first birth and I will never do a birth without a doula again. My goal was to do a natural birth and I don’t think I could have without her. She guided my husband to comfort me perfectly and provided tons of comfort herself throughout the pregnancy and birth process. Anytime I had a question or concern, it was a great comfort to be able to shoot her a message. When it came to my birth, she was extremely speedy and came as soon as I told her I thought I was having contractions and she stayed with me the rest of the time as I labored at home and the hospital. She kept me distracted and helped manage my pain with various techniques. I was having back labor and irregular contractions, so she did techniques to get baby in a better position too. Overall, I can only rave about Sheali!
— Hattie Herrera
Sheali was great! She listened to me during labor and gave awesome counter pressure. She was seriously such a saint with making my bed after my water broke all over it and made awesome postpartum meals. Honestly, she was just really nice to have around. :)
— Erin Jorgensen
