What is an Umbilical Cord Knot?
An umbilical cord knot is exactly what the term sounds like — a knot in the baby’s umbilical cord. Some knots form during pregnancy as baby flips and turns in
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Malibu Beach Maternity Photoshoot
While it is true, I prefer a studio than the great outdoors when doing a photoshoot, on this day in Malibu, the Gods of Photography were holding my hand. This
Cedars Sinai Birth Photography
I was hired by this beautiful family to be their birth photographer and doula. I love doing both as I can slip into each mode pretty seamlessly. That being said,
Are Birth Plans Reliable?
In a word no. Birth plans are not reliable. Birth can go exactly as you imaged or go off the rails at any point. When I help clients prepare for
Feeling Beautiful While Pregnant
This is probably the most frequent push back I get while doing maternity photo sessions. Feeling beautiful while being pregnant. I have heard excuses such as ; “I am really
Optimal Position for Labor
Is there really just one optimal position for labor? No way Jose! However; if you follow the acronym U.F.O. you should be on your way to your optimal position for
Why are Pregnancy Photos Important?
It may not seem like it now, but time passes all too quickly. Nine months creating a baby may seem like an eternity when you can’t have your glass of
A Pasadena Birth story: Huntington Hospital
Well, it’s been a hot minute since I posted here. And for that, my profound apologies. To be honest my November and partial December is usually booked with my Santa
Newborn Milk Bath
When my amazing client came to me and asked to do a milk bath with her newborn, I was flummoxed. Did she want just the baby in the shallow milk
What is Lifestyle Newborn Photography?
We have all seen beautiful babies in buckets or adorable wrapped babes surrounded by lively colored material. These are gorgeous. I 100% agree and if I could do them or