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Welcoming a new life into the world is a profound and life-changing experience. Every birth is unique and special, filled with emotions, anticipation, and moments of raw beauty. Birth photography has gained immense popularity in recent years, allowing families to preserve these incredible memories forever. In the picturesque coastal town of Astoria, Oregon where the […]

The birth of a child is a truly miraculous event. It is a transformative journey filled with emotion, anticipation, and fleeting moments. While many parents-to-be may consider hiring a professional photographer for important milestones like weddings or family portraits, the idea of having a birth photographer may not have crossed their minds. However, hiring a […]

Mariah Wharton let me snap a few photos of her beautiful self and after just a minute of chatting with her, I could see how comfortable and warm she must make her patients feel. She is so gentle and kind – exactly who you’d want with you through labor and delivery. Mariah is a credentialed […]

Corinne is another incredible midwife at Astoria Birth Center and had this to say about her why: “I wanted to be a midwife ever since I was little. When I was a kid, it was because I loved babies so much, but as I grew older it was because I witnessed so much power in […]

A few days ago, I got to hang out with Brittany, Sam and student midwife Jenna while they cared for a patient during a prenatal appointment and a 6 week postpartum visit. Sam alone has attended over 400 births! Their knowledge and passion is incredible – and you can FEEL the genuine love they have […]

Community birth refers to the practice of giving birth outside of a hospital setting, usually with the support of a midwife or other trained birth attendant. This can include giving birth at home, in a birth center, or in another non-hospital setting. While community birth may not be the right choice for everyone, it can […]

Birth photography is a beautiful way to capture the intimate and powerful moments of childbirth. But beyond just capturing memories for families, birth photography can also play an important role in advocating for maternal health. Through capturing images that showcase the diversity of birth experiences, these images have the power to raise awareness about the […]

Giving birth is such a transformative and special experience. For many women in Portland, an option to consider is giving birth at a local birth center. Let’s explore the benefits of choosing a birth center for your delivery and guide you through finding the right fit for you and your baby. What Is A Birth […]

Pregnancy is a wild ride. You’re literally growing a human being inside you and if you’re a first time mom, you’ve never done this before so it can be a little nerve wracking not knowing what to expect. One of the best things you can do is take a childbirth education course to give you […]

Labor and delivery can be unpredictable in its onset and duration but its overall process is the same and it can help to know what to expect, and when! As your due date nears (or in the weeks after!), there will be changes in your body as you prepare to give birth. Contractions are the […]