Services
Prenatal
What an exciting time! We will meet 2-3 times (depending on where you are in your pregnancy) for prenatal appointments. During this time, I will assist you in creating a birth plan and we’ll explore all options for your delivery. At this time, we will also focus on child birth education and familiarizing ourselves with the stages of labor. We will talk about and practice some positions beneficial during labor and delivery. There are a variety of techniques available to you to practice at home with your partner. I will provide a list of recommended reading and resources with information that is sure to help make informed decisions. I may assign outside homework to you and your partner in hopes of deepening mother-father-baby bond necessary in cultivating a positive birthing enviornment.
Labor + Delivery
Once we have determined that you are in labor, I am available for continuous labor support until delivery. This includes being present at the home or birth center where you plan to deliver, offering comfort measures, breathing techniques, massage and relaxation methods, and providing emotional and physical support. I am there to make sure we are staying on track with your birth plan and empowering you to advocate for yourself and your baby. Once baby arrives, I will stay to make sure momma and baby are settled, nourished and hydrated. This is one of the best rests you will ever get!!! Once everyone is cozy, I will slip out and we will reconnect for your postpartum visit.
Postpartum
I include one postpartum visit within two weeks of delivery. This is the time to check in, talk about how breastfeeding is progressing, and address any other postpartum questions or concerns you may have. This is a great time to explore any feelings that have or may arise during this big transition. Your body has just brought a baby into the world which is amazing but can be an overwhelming time to navigate for some. Nutrition is important for recovery so this is also a good time to review things we should incorporate into your postpartum diet in order to promote a healthy recovery!
Birth Photography
Your birth photos become such an exciting way to re-live your labor. As an experienced photographer, I will do all I can to capture those important moments that you will look back at time and time again. I am passionate about delivering powerful and positive birth images! Please do not think, “but now I have to worry about birthing my baby AND looking camera ready”?! There is nothing more beautiful than a woman in her most raw and true form bringing life into the world. During birth you are opening a portal and connecting the spiritual realm with ours. This is sure to make you shine more than make-up and a good hair-do ever would!