Hey parents!! I know how difficult it can be to find people that you can trust to watch your little ones. If you aren’t aware, I got my undergrad (Bachelor’s degree) in Child Development, because I just loved the subject matter, and I absolutely love kids. They are the best, most sweet creatures on this […]
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 […]
Come Meet Our Amazing Pelvic-Floor Therapists in Modesto, California As a birth photographer and a doula, I’ve had the honor of supporting women through the beautiful and transformative journey of motherhood. Every pregnancy and birth experience is unique, yet one common thread I see across nearly every journey is the impact on the pelvic floor. […]
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 […]
Fertility can be a really tender subject. I get it. My husband and I found out we were unable to conceive about 5 years into our journey. It wasn’t easy news to swallow, and certainly isn’t everyone’s case, but we are well-versed in the feelings that fertility issues can cause. That desire to get pregnant […]
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 […]