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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 […]

Pregnancy is an amazingly transformative time in a woman’s life, and what better way to celebrate and capture this incredible journey than with a maternity photoshoot? Whether you prefer a cozy indoor session, a whimsical outdoor shoot, or an elegant studio setting, choosing the right attire can enhance the magic of these moments. Let’s explore […]

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 […]

Another day, another amazing shoot at the Loft studio! This adorable couple and their baby girl, Rain showed up ready to snuggle up. Rain is older by traditional newborn photography standards but that doesn’t matter at all with lifestyle photography. We captured her perfectly beautiful self in the arms of her parents and on her […]

It was a a beautiful sunny day in the Pacific Northwest but it was FREEZING outside. Below freezing, actually. I was grateful to have booked this natural light studio in Battle Ground, Washington and my Vancouver client met me there with her adorable baby boy. River is one year old and absolutely delightful in every […]

I had the absolute pleasure of meeting this adorable family in their home in Vancouver for a shoot. We had originally planned a newborn shoot but life happened (as it often does!) and the shoot was rescheduled. Baby girl was now 4 months old but the beauty of lifestyle photography is that age doesn’t matter! […]

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 […]