Testimonial for Sheila Marie Dilling
From the very first time I spoke on the phone to arrange a meeting with Shelia Dilling, I felt instantly comfortable with her. As a first-time mom, I was nervous but determined to have an unmedicated birth, and Shelia gave me the confidence, knowledge, and calm I needed to make that happen. From her attentiveness and help with planning—providing birth plan templates and guiding my husband and me through both a Plan A and Plan B—to the moment labor began, her reassurance and experience gave me the strength to move forward with confidence.
When labor started, Shelia was there right away. She walked laps with me, helped ease contractions with hip squeezes, and gently guided me through different positions to help my body progress. She came prepared with everything—from a labor comb and soothing music to thoughtful reminders that helped me stay grounded through every wave. One of the things I appreciated most was how she advocated for me—like getting the birth pool filled at just the right time—and how she intuitively knew when to suggest trying it to ease my transition.
Shelia never left my side. She comforted me when I was exhausted, encouraged me when I doubted myself, and even helped hold my leg during pushing. With my permission, she captured the most incredible photos during labor and birth that I will treasure forever. After our 15½-hour unmedicated birth of our 8 lb baby (with no tears!), she followed up with a postpartum visit, making sure I was recovering well and reminding me she was always available if I had questions.
Shelia made me feel safe, cared for, and strong through one of the most powerful experiences of my life. I will forever be grateful that she was part of our birth story.
-Jessica Smith
November 15, 2025
Birth Fee: $950
