I had three births in two days during the full moon in April. It was lovely and I left each birth ready for more! Every time I see a woman give birth I am just amazed at how strong she is. This one was no exception. No meds, and this Momma was a rockstar. For […]
… and a creek-side summer sunset. These three gorgeous little girls are full of personality. I know them well – they are the same ages as my kids and since their momma is one of my dearest friends – we all spend a lot of time together. I’ve been photographing them for some years now! […]
One little thing I love about homebirths is seeing the jumble of cars parked around the home. Passersby might wonder what type of gathering is happening, at any hour of the day or night. The birth team, who paused their own lives to come support, keep safe, hold space with the laboring woman, they’ve parked every which way, […]
Welcome to the adventure, little Everett <3 His big sisters are too adorable for words. I LOVE Fresh 48 sessions; they capture such a magical and fleeting time. This Mama was clearly in pain from her cesarean, but never complained, *and* she has two very young nieces they’re caring for waiting for them at home. She is certainly […]
This Mama was on the fence about birth photography, until she was IN LABOR! They decided to call me at the last minute and I am so happy they did! On the drive to the hospital, Mama text me, “I hope you’re close!!” …. I ran through the parking lot and made it just in time to see […]
I walked in the hospital room to find this new family of 3 that looked like they just stepped out of a catalog. First time parents, but I wouldn’t have guessed it. They were so calm and confident with their new little girl and there was a palpable excitement for the future now that she was finally in […]
“Look for the job that you would take if you didn’t need a job.” -Warren Buffett B I R T H P H O T O G R A P H E R My friend’s husband recently asked her why I had chosen “the WORST kind of photography?” Why would I choose birth, of all things? It’s a […]