Is a Birth Doula Necessary?
Let’s get one thing straight, having a birth doula isn’t necessary, but boy oh boy, it sure does give one peace of mind. So, is a birth doula necessary? I
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Birth Photography Competition
This year’s birth photography competition via the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP) was a compilation of some fantastic birth photography. This competition was, as the title suggests, worldwide.
An Unmedicated Birth
This beautiful mother was set to give an unmedicated intervention-free birth at HOAG in Newport Beach, and this wasn’t her first rodeo; it was baby number four. Generally, with subsequent
A Natural Hospital Birth
Just saying the words Natural childbirth and hospital in the same sentence seems absurd. What the heck is natural about giving birth in a hospital? Well, let me tell you
Birth Photography, Birth Films, and Doula Support
An End of the Year Wrap-up! Oh my goodness! The last quarter of 2024 has been a whirlwind—like trying to catch confetti in a windstorm! I must apologize for my
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Dad’s Role in the Birth Space
Dads Dads Dads! We love those dads! ok, seriously though, the role of the dads in the birth space is so very important. Why? You may ask. Dads don’t do
What is a newborn baby exam?
Hello and welcome to July 2024 “ask your doula”! I have had a few questions from clients recently about why their baby needs a newborn exam and what they consist
Pregnancy Photoshoot in that green dress
Hiya and happy June! I think I really need to invest in more colors of this dress. It seems very popular. Pretty soon my entire pregnancy portfolio will consist of
An Orange County Birth Story
While the story itself is not mine to tell, I can tell you that labor can be a hurry up and wait game. Its not like you see in the
What is a VBAC?
Quite simply, a VBAC stands for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean. If you have had a cesarean birth and have another baby afterwards, whether than be a matter of months or