Southern California
Birth Photographer and Videographer ~ Labor Doula ~ Maternity Photographer
Firstly, congratulations on the arrival of your new baby! You must be feeling overjoyed and excited to finally meet your precious little one.
Whether you are looking for a maternity photographer, birth photographer, videographer, or a doulatog (doula photographer), I would love to connect with you.
You may be wondering, what is a doulatog? You can find all the information and more on this website. These pages are packed with helpful details. I am always available for a chat via phone, Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, or in person. Looking forward to connecting with you!
Omgoodness where do I begin… I cried happiness when I first saw our highlight video as well as friends and family! Everything we desired was captured. The photos color or black and white caught the essence of what it was like during our labor and delivery experience. ~ Erica
I was initially apprehensive about hiring a birth photographer – it’s a very personal experience and I wasn’t sure if I wanted a complete stranger to be there. But Leona is absolutely fabulous. From the very beginning she put all my anxiety at ease. She is very easy to get along with and stayed with me through my entire 24 hour labor! She has a very calming presence and when taking photos is unobtrusive so you don’t even realize she’s there. ~ Connie
Birth Photographer
Where words fail to capture the depth and gravity of this moment, the photograph preserves.
When you hire me to capture the raw beauty of childbirth, you can trust that I will do so with dignity, love, and respect. It is an honor to be a part of your extraordinary birth story, and I take this privilege very seriously. These images will undoubtedly become one of your most cherished possessions. No matter how many births I photograph, the beauty of the birth experience never fails to astound me.
Birth Doula/Photographer (Doulatog)
The doulatog is the best of both worlds: a magical combination of pregnancy support, labor attendant and professional birth photographer all rolled into one!
As your doula, I will be there for you every step of the way during your pregnancy, labor, and birth. As your photographer, I will skillfully document every moment of your birth story in a way that truly captures the essence of the experience. By serving as your doula and photographer, I can form a wholehearted connection with you, seamlessly transitioning between these two essential roles to provide you with the support and memories you deserve.
Maternity Photographer
You never truly understand life until it grows inside of you.
Capture the beauty and significance of this precious time in your life with a maternity photoshoot. Whether you’re a first-time mom or a seasoned pro, this is a moment that deserves to be cherished forever. While a quick snapshot by your partner might suffice, wouldn’t you want to truly feel beautiful and celebrated? Consider investing in a professional maternity photoshoot to see yourself as the powerful life-giver you are, stepping into a new world and a new version of yourself. Every woman deserves to embrace her strength and beauty during this transformative period. You are truly amazing.
Lifestyle Newborn Photographer
Not to be mistaken for photojournalism or portrait photography, lifestyle photography highlights individuals and families, aiming to capture genuine life events or milestones in an artistically meaningful manner.
Capture the special moments in the comfort of your home.
Some ideas for the sessions can include grandparents meeting the baby for the first time, the baby’s first bath, a milk bath, breastfeeding, meeting the pets, meeting siblings, or any other special moments you can think of.
These sessions aren’t just candid photos, think of them as planned activities (plan-dids). We’ll plan some “events” and I’ll capture the moments as they happen.
I thankfully stumbled on to Birth and Beauty through Facebook and will be so ever grateful I did! My partner’s first reaction was “Tell her she’s (photographer) freaking (expletive) amazing!” ~ Erica
Leona is terrific! She went out of her way to make sure my wife and I got what we wanted for our birth. When we have any concerns or questions, she listened and gave us all the knowledge for us to make our choice. She gave us all the tools we needed to make our birth OURS. ~ Jake
Leona is an incredibly empathetic person and she was there for me throughout my birth experience making me feel very supported. I can’t imagine a better Doula. This same empathy is what makes her such a great photographer. She was able to capture so many precious moments because she was completely tuned in to the emotion of every moment. ~Dani
I am a passionate mother, photographer, birth doula, filmmaker, and chocolate enthusiast! Since 2013, I have dedicated myself to birth work, and since 2017, I have proudly called Los Angeles my home, finding great joy in serving families.
I specialize in capturing the beauty of birth through photography and filmmaking, as well as creating stunning maternity portraits.
In 2021, I achieved certification as a birth doula. My mission is to empower women to have a positive and supported birth journey. While I have always been drawn to documenting the raw, emotional nature of birth, my role as a doula allows me to provide even more support and guidance as a valued member of your birth team.
Please keep in mind I don’t show anything that the parent(s) are not comfortable with. All images seen here (below and throughout the website) are with parental permission. Privacy and modesty concerns are always respected.
Leona was amazing! Being my first child, I was very nervous and lets be honest letting someone in during such a personal time you can be a little hesitant. Honestly she was so professional and comforting. ~ Erin
You can really see the love and passion she has for photograph with the amazing photos she gave us. I wish she could have been there for my first child and she will defiantly be who I call to come back if I have a third. ~ Sarah
Whether you are ready to book now or simply have more questions, I’m here to talk with you.
