Meet Shaunaliese
BIRTH & POSTPARTUM DOULA
Shaunaliese (she/her) is a dedicated holistic birth and postpartum doula, committed to supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and early parenthood. With extensive training through Common Sense childbirth ™ and the JJ Way ™, she integrates a blend of traditional and alternative approaches to provide personalized, compassionate care.
Shaunaliese got her start in Minnesota taking on early childcare positions before moving to Hawaii to become a full- time photographer. She followed her dream of becoming an Au Pair overseas, and spent two years in Germany caring for a family of six. She finished up by achieving her Bachelors in the UK studying art history and curation at the University of York. Her main passion for doula work came from years of working alongside holistic families and birth workers all over the world.
Passionate about her work, she believes in the importance of nurturing the body, mind, and spirit during this crucial time. Shaunaliese’s approach is rooted in respect for each family's unique needs and preferences, ensuring a positive and empowered birth & postpartum experience.
In her free time, she enjoys surfing, CrossFit, baking, playing piano and guitar, reading, and listening to educational podcasts.
Experience & Credentials
Birth & Postpartum Doula, Common Sense Childbirth
Au Pair for 2 years in Germany
Owner, Whole Ground Doula Services
Bachelor of Art History and Curation, University of York, UK
We can’t say enough good things about our experience with our postpartum doulas, Brayta and Courtney.
The majority of our time was spent with our overnight doula, Brayta. She was a godsend—literally the reason I’ve made it through motherhood. This was our first child, and Brayta helped support me through long nights, frustrating nursing sessions, milk spills, all of it. Her patience and kindness were truly a blessing. She not only supported my journey as a mother but also took wonderful care of our baby.