Doula Services Hello! This blog post is going to be a little bit more on the personal end, but hopefully it will help someone out there! So yes, I am now offering doula services in addition to photography & videography services. But why, you ask? Becoming a parent was so incredibly beautiful for us, […]
Hey! If you couldn’t tell already, I am a BBY certified birth photographer based in Modesto, California. And as you would imagine, birth photographers try to stay a little more local to where they live, within a reasonable radius. If you are familiar with Northern California, and especially the Bay Area, you understand the […]
Having a newborn is such a beautiful, exciting new adventure! This stage, though filled with joy, can also be incredibly challenging. Just a heads up ;). Here’s a roadmap to help you navigate the newborn stage with some actionable tips, common pitfalls, and how to handle them. Physical and Emotional Well-being 1. Sleep (or Lack […]
So, you are looking for a doula! That is so amazing. I absolutely recommend hiring a doula. In my experience, doctors and nurses are a lot more willing to be respectful to your birth wishes if they know you have a doula present to help advocate for you. And if you are having a home […]
Being in many local facebook mom groups, I often see many looking for recommendations for an OBGYN in the Modesto area. When choosing an OBGYN, its a bit of a sensitive time of your life, so you will want to find someone who provides excellent care and makes you feel comfortable. Here are five top-rated […]
Hey there! Did you know that 97% of parents seek support during their breastfeeding journey? (Lactation Network). Breastfeeding absolutely comes with its challenges. Unfortunately, though you may be given a couple of helpful tips in the hospital, you usually feel like you need more support after you are sent home. (Where did that nurse go?!?) […]
Hey there! If you are here, you are probably curious about alternative pregnancy providers in the Modesto area. Midwives are a fantastic option for anyone who is giving birth. A certified midwife is medically-trained and capable of administering medications, emergency care, and basically can do just about everything an OBGYN can do, but their primary […]
If you are pregnant and ready to see your little one, Modesto has some amazing options for 3D ultrasound. And without any further adeiu, let me share the list, which isn’t very large, so it should make it easier for you to decide! Peek-A-baby boasts a 3.9 star rating on Google, are open DAILY (9am-6pm […]
Birth. It’s something you think about for months, maybe even years, before it happens. And then you (presumably) get pregnant, keep in the loop with your doctor, go to your checkups…. and as your pregnancy progresses, the doctor may or may not recommend getting an induction. Before you make a final decision, let me tell […]
Capturing the miracle of life and the inexpressible height of emotion in the birth room is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding experiences for a photographer. As birth photographers, we are privileged to witness and document the first moments of a newborn’s life, and some may believe even more importantly, those amazing first moments when […]
