Client reflections

  • Shelli was there for me for my first home birth and I can’t thank her enough! My birth was a dream. She offers such peace and gentleness throughout all aspects of birth care. I’ve seen her for prenatal visits and even well woman visits. The confidence she instills in moms is unforgettable.

    —Gianna Bandemer

  • Shelli helped with the birth of two of my children and she is nothing short of amazing. She’s is knowledgeable, kind, empathetic, and a wonderful midwife. She is there by your side, helping you every step of the way at whatever level you need. She gives her opinions, but never forces you to do something you don’t want. I could not recommend Shelli more, and I do not think there is a more capable and kind midwife in the Chicagoland area better than Shelli.

    — Susan Repp

  • I have been under Shelli's care from fertility to miscarriage and finally supporting me in both of my subsequent pregnancies and births at home. Shelli knows birth like no other. She is the most deeply nurturing, empowering and intelligent midwife and I can't imagine my births without her physical, emotional and informational support. She is the absolute best and anyone will have the most beautiful experience under her care. Libby Deutsch

    — Libby Deutsch

  • Shelli assisted my birth in 2021 when she was in school to be a midwife. Her care was top notch. She cared for me during my labor as if i was her daughter or best friend. I felt 110% safe, loved and heard in her care. I’ve looked forward to the day that Shelli has been able to open her own practice and I’ll love reading the birth beautiful stories that Shelli will be tagged in as her midwifery journey moves forward.

    —Cira Linko

  • words can not truly express how deeply grateful i am for shelli & her services! she has had such a profound impact on my life. from the moment i told her i was pregnant, birth, and now almost two years postpartum - she has supported me in great ways. shelli is loving, nurturing, strong, wise, patient, an amazing listener, and holds space like no other. she helped me feel both at ease and empowered at my birth. i feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to experience shelli’s support and look forward to working with her again in the future!

    —Natalie Schilke

  • I truly cannot sufficiently articulate how thankful I am for Shelli and the care that she provides to her clients and has provided to my family. She supported me in both of my homebirths, and is a pillar of strength, nurturing, and camaraderie. I consider myself lucky to have been able to experience the love, compassion and support that Shelli offers.

    —Jessica Leighton