Is Birth Photography Worth It?
When the economy feels uncertain, families naturally begin looking for ways to cut expenses. Vacations get postponed. Home projects wait. Nights out become nights in. But when you’re expecting a
Category: Birth Doula
The Benefits of Having a Doula and Birth Photographer
What It Means to Have a Doula and Birth Photographer at Your Birth When I talk with expecting parents, I often hear the same question asked in different ways:What difference
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Do I need a doula for a second baby?
I have had a baby already. I am an experienced mom. Why would I need a doula for my second baby? Why You Still Need a Doula for Your Second
Doula support and Birth Photography at the Same Time?
These are both very different roles: one, in most cases, is hands-on and the other is to step back as birth unfolds. It is possible for a birth photographer and
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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
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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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
Moxie Birth Center in Pasadena
These lovelies messaged me about a week before her due date. They were looking for a doula but hadn’t found one. The ones they did find were already booked. 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