Whole Mama, Whole Baby When we hear the word holistic, many of us think of herbs, essential oils, or alternative medicine. But at its core, holistic simply means whole. And in pregnancy and birth, being holistic means seeing the mama not just as a body bringing forth life, but as a whole person — body, mind, and spirit […]
Have you ever wondered if birth photos could impact postpartum? Birth photography can be incredibly powerful in the moments of pure joy and raw grit. I’ve wondered if there could be some sort of correlation between photographs and the outcome of postpartum. Postpartum Is Tender The weeks after birth are some of the most tender […]
By a Kansas City Christian Birth Photographer As a Christian birth photographer and filmmaker in Kansas City, I’ve been honored to witness birth spaces filled not just with anticipation—but with the holy presence of God. These aren’t just birth stories. They are sacred moments. Spirit-led, worship-saturated, and deeply God-honoring. So what does a faith-centered birth space truly mean […]
Birth Video Kansas City | Faith-Centered Storytelling When families reach out to me to document their birth, one of the first questions they ask is:“Do I need photo and video?” And the truth is—both birth photography and birth video tell your story in uniquely powerful ways. One captures stillness. The other captures sound and movement. Together, they preserve your […]
Birth is often portrayed as a woman’s moment—and in many ways, it is.But there’s something sacred, powerful, and deeply grounding that happens when a father takes his place in the birth space. There is such a deep importance of fathers in the birth space. He may not feel fully prepared.He may not know what to […]
Not just the “what happened” kind, but the deeply personal, spirit-filled stories that shape us. Stories matter in motherhood photography because of this. The ones unfolding quietly in hospital rooms, living rooms, birth tubs, nursery gliders, or under the golden light of evening walks. These aren’t just memories—they’re mile markers of transformation, of grace, of […]
It’s incredibly exciting when you think you have finally started early labor! Yet here’s the truth, the best thing to do, is to actually relax. Here are 5 things you can do during those first hours of labor. Watch a favorite movie or TV series: Yep, watch tv. It keeps your body resting, your mind […]
There’s a pretty high chance you have heart this mantra said by the birth workers in your area. “Who you choose to have in your birth space, matters.” But WHY does it matter? Why can’t you just have any ole person to document your birth and be your doula? Experience in the birth space: There […]
