Some women make childbirth look effortless, and Dani is certainly one of them. With three unmedicated hospital births under her belt, she could be the poster child for easy, natural labor. Although all her hospital experiences have been wonderful, birth centers have always intrigued Dani. For her fourth baby, she decided to switch things up and experience the beauty of a birth center birth.
Read MoreDesigning or redesigning a birth center? As a veteran birth photographer, I’ve worked in a variety of birth spaces - the good, great, and the absolute ugly! In the world of social media influence, aesthetics make an impact - especially when it comes to birth photography and choosing one birth center over another. Here’s a handful of design tips to help your photography!
Read MoreAs Jaime prepared for her second child's arrival, she knew she wanted this labor and birth experience to mirror her first. After a wonderful experience in the comfort of her own home just south of Fort Worth, Texas, the decision to welcome her second baby into the world in the same manner was a no-brainer.
Read MoreImagine falling in love young and keeping that youthful spark alive through the years. That’s just what happened to high school sweethearts, Michael and Olga – two kids who fell in love in high school and welcomed their perfect little Valentine’s Day baby at Fort Worth Birthing and Wellness Center in downtown Fort Worth, Texas
Read MoreWith multiple babies come a variety of birth experiences. Nobody knows this to be true more than Laura. After hospital births with her first three babies, she wanted a different experience. Drawn to the relaxing atmosphere and the freedom to labor as she wished, Laura chose the beautiful Flourish Birth and Wellness Center in Flower Mound, Texas for the birth of her fourth baby.
Read MoreA lot goes down during labor and childbirth. Many things happen during your birth experience that are completely normal and happen in nearly every birth I’ve been able to photograph. So I thought I’d share some of the “normal” things that come up unexpectedly you might not be prepared for.
Read MoreCody and Allison’s journey to parenthood did not come easy. With time, patience, and the help of IVF, their rainbow baby was on the way. As hospitals limited visitors and birth photographers were not allowed in the doors, we pivoted. Our birth story turned into Year In The Life Documentary stories, capturing moments from gender reveal to the first birthday.
Read MoreWith hospitals not allowing visitors, your plans for older children to meet their new sibling has been wrecked. While I know it’s heartbreaking, it can actually be a blessing in disguise. Here are three reasons home sibling meet and greets after birth are better and three ideas to make them extra special.
Read MoreEmotions of all types run the gamut with every pregnancy. Read more about the story behind the most powerful birth photograph I’ve ever taken…and why it needs to be shared.
Read MoreWhen it comes to having a baby, budgets don't always allow for both videography and birth photography. We're forced to making the big decision: Should I invest in birth photos or birth video? That's a tough decision to make, and I'm here to help. Here’s a few things to consider when making your decision.
Read MoreShopping for a birth photographer? There's one very important question you must ask before booking. The answer could make or break your birth story and leave you with nothing but a broken heart.
Read MoreIf you've done any shopping for doula services or birth photographers, you've noticed there are quite a few "two-in-one" services that offer both. But... This isn’t always the best option. Find out why you should invest in both.
Dalla/Fort Worth Birth Photographer Birth & Life Photography
Read MoreThere are so many checklists and tips for creating the perfect birth plan but many women are traumatized each year when their birth experience does not go according to plan. Help yourself fend off Birth PTSD with this comprehensive checklist to prepare for the unplanned birth experience.
Dallas/Fort Worth Birth Photographer Birth & Life Photography
Read MoreDid you know there's a purpose to photo mats? It isn't just to add some coordinated color to your wall decor. Sure the contrasting solid block around your photographs draws your eye inward to the photo; however, photo mats do something even more important than that.
Read MoreMeet Cate Wiggins, our featured doula in our Doula Spotlight!
Read MoreLast week was World Doula Week. They really deserve a month. As a birth photographer, I love them. They are the greatest partner when it comes to your birth. For both you and me.
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