Hi there, I'm

Sherilee
Peters

Tidbits About Me

Portland doula at the Christmas tree farm with her kids

I have two crazy cool kids, ages 18 & 21. They make me laugh, keep my life full of adventure and are always teaching me!

I adore the summer and one day hope to live somewhere tropical.

The Vancouver Farmers Market is my style of gardening.

I enjoy playing Pickleball.
I play weekly with a group of Grandmas and it’s so much fun.

My Doula Journey

MY STORY

18 years ago I experienced the transformation into motherhood and was profoundly changed. Birth taught me so many things that forever changed me.

I was strong. Stronger than I ever knew.
I was capable and ready for this most challenging job of being a mother.
How to truly be in the present moment.
How to surrender and release control.
That life is sacred and I was so grateful to be a part of the circle of life.

I had two unmedicated, physiologic births and I can honestly say while it was the hardest work I have ever done, it was by far the most empowering and beautiful experience of my life. What made my births so manageable and positive was being fully educated, having a deep trust in my innate ability to give birth, and the encouraging birth support team by my side that truly believed in me.

I became a certified Doula and Educator of The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth. For the past 15 years I have had the most amazing time helping couples have truly positive birth experiences, with joy over fear.

MY PHILOSOPHY

I believe in every parent-to-be finding their voice and power in birth. It is important that they feel respected and heard, and given a safe place in pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

In my 19 years as a doula, I have come to truly believe that birth is better when you don't feel alone. My role is to support the birthing parent in what they want their birth experience to be and helping the partner feel fully engaged and present.

The following quote is my deepest pursuit and desire. “You are a birth servant. Do good without show or fuss. If you must take the lead, lead so that the mother is helped, yet still free and in charge. When the baby is born, they will rightly say: ‘We did it ourselves!’

Tao Te Ching

Training & Education

What Clients Say...

- Crystal K.(Portland, OR)

"Sherilee was simply amazing throughout out entire baby experience! She is such a loving presence, genuine and her love for her clients shines through everything she does with you. Her teas and pregnancy support products were wonderful while pregnant. Her afterbirth care products were amazing and helped my postpartum care SO much! She was our birthing class instructor for two of our children, and from the first class made us feel so comfortable and our nerves relaxed."

- Adrienne S. (Vancouver, WA)

"Sherilee was so wonderful! We took her Bradley Method Birthing Class and really enjoyed her personality and she was extremely knowledgeable. During my birth she gave me some key pointers, when things got rough! She was by my side with essential oils and encouraging words! She also really helped my husband when he needed a break as well! I would totally recommend her services to anyone looking for a more natural birth."

- Lisa B. (Portland, OR)

"Sherilee was highly recommended by various people, professional and personal, and as soon as I met her I understood why. She was made for this work and created an amazing experience in helping me bring my first child into this world. She taught me so much through her experiences, knowledge and soul and I will always have a special place for her! Her placenta encapsulation was also extremely helpful! I really have to say all of her services, from meetings, to Bradley method classes, to birthing time, and follow up, was all exceptional."

- Christie S. (Portland, OR)

"Sherilee was the biggest blessing for the births of both of our children. My husband and I took her Bradley Method natural childbirthing classes before the birth of our first daughter and we felt so prepared for the experience that would have otherwise been very scary. We hired her as our doula for the birth of our second daughter and we are so glad we did! She took the time to talk with us our our first birth experience and how we felt about the second birth. She did so much for us from her reassurance and relaxation techniques when I was in active labor at home to getting us to the hospital and working with the hospital staff to make it the best experience for me as possible. She was my angel and I highly recommend her to anyone who wants the feeling of safety and security through this amazing process. Sherilee's passion about what she does is evident and you won't find a more gentle and kindred soul!"

- Roxane O. (Vancouver, WA)

"My husband and I attended Sherilee's birthing class and we also had her as our Doula. Her class was amazing and she is very knowledgeable about natural child birth. The class prepared us both for having a natural birth. Having her as our Doula, Sherilee stood by my side through my labor and encouraged me along the way when I wanted to give up. I was able to give birth naturally to my daughter and I wouldn't trade the experience and journey for anything. We will definitely use Sherilee as our Doula in the future if we decide to have another baby. I highly recommend her services for expectant mothers."

- Sara S. (Vancouver, WA)

"My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with Sherilee. We (I) decided to hire a doula after learning about their supportive role in birth at a expectant mother meetup. I had never given birth before and the idea of having a person by our side who would know what was going on and be with us the whole time was incredibly appealing. I looked for someone who would be a calm and comforting presence during my labor, someone who was knowledgeable and confident, warm and strong. Sherilee was all of these things and more. We interviewed several doulas and when we met Sherilee we knew we'd found the right fit. She was open and supportive of our desired approach to the birth experience. "

Looking forward to our consultation and hearing all about your hopes for your birth. I’m here for you every step of the way!