Giving birth is one of the most life-changing events in your life. Every delivery is different, and every story deserves to be told. Birth is a sacred, vulnerable space—and we’re honored to be invited in. We stay in the background and document your story as it unfolds, capturing the raw, powerful, emotional moments you’ll want to remember forever.
When you're holding your newborn, running on little sleep, and the hours blur together, you can look back on these photos and remember. Remember how strong you were. How capable. How deeply loved and supported you were. These images will help you say:
"I did that. I can do this too."
Birth Doula + Photography
Knowledge is power. Let us empower you and your birth experience. Not only will you have the knowledge to make an informed decision about your choices but we'll support you physically and emotionally through you pregnancy, labor, birth, and early postpartum time.
There is so much information about birth out there that it can be overwhelming to begin researching. Where do you start? Let us help you with that. We have evidence based information at our fingertips that we would love to share with you.
During your birth, we'll be your ally. We'll be there to help you through your labor. If you want an un-medicated birth, we have tricks and tips to help you manage your labor waves. After birth, we can help you begin your breastfeeding journey with latch assistance, feeding positions, and troubleshooting any difficulties you encounter.
Not sure what a doula is or the role of a doula? Learn more in this post What is a doula?
"Birth is an opportunity to transcend. To rise above what we are accustomed to, reach deeper inside ourselves than we are familiar with and to see not only what we are truly made of, but the strength we can access in and through Birth."
—MARCI MACARI
What’s Included in Your Birth Story Experience:
Your labor and birth experience matters. Preparing your mind and body for the journey matters. I work with my clients using yoga, Spinning Babies, educational resources and labor practice to help you achieve the birth you are dreaming of. During my 2 visits, we set up your birth plan, discuss the various comfort measures we can use and identify what is most important to you for this birth. My clients often have questions as we dream and make plans so I send them resources from my vast list of evidence based articles, community connections and even offer books from my lending library.
Initial Consultation – A video or phone call to connect, answer questions, and ensure we’re the right fit.
Prenatal Visits (~35 weeks) – Two deeper in-person or virtual appointments to go over your birth plan, preferences, and how I’ll support your space.
Education & Classes - I offer several classes for my clients to take to prepare their mind and body for birth and parenthood.
Yoga Classes - 4 prenatal yoga classes and 4 postpartum and mommy and me classes are included with the option to purchase additional classes.
Micro Photoshoot - A short 10-15 minute outdoor photoshoot to celebrate your pregnancy or new little one.
24/7 On-Call Coverage – From the moment you book until baby is born, I’m on call—yes, even at 2am!
Up to 14 Hours of Continuous Coverage – I arrive when you ask me to come and stay through the birth and 1–2 hours after to capture those first precious moments.
Photography During Labor, Birth & Golden Hour – From the intensity of labor to the moment you meet your baby, plus bonding, skin-to-skin, and first feed.
100+ Hand-Edited Digital Images – Delivered in a private online gallery for easy viewing, sharing, and downloading.
10x10 Heirloom Album Design – A custom-designed, professionally printed album showcasing your birth story in a stunning, tangible way.
Natural, Honest Imagery – My photography style is documentary, emotion-filled, and unobtrusive. Nothing forced—just the real, raw beauty of birth.
**I proudly accept Kansas and Missouri Medicaid for all of my birth services, ensuring every family has access to compassionate support.
What Sets My Birth Support and Photography Apart:
A Doula-Informed Perspective – As a birth doula, I understand birth on a deeper level. I know when to step back and when to step in quietly for the shot.
Calm, Grounded Presence – I bring a peaceful, respectful energy into your birth space. My goal is to honor your process and support your birth team.
Empowerment Through Imagery – These aren’t just photos—they are reminders of your power, resilience, and love.
Tailored Support – Whether it’s your first or fifth baby, I meet you where you are. Home birth, hospital, birth center—I’m with you.
Legacy Keepsakes – These are heirlooms. Your children may one day look at the moment they entered the world through your eyes.
"Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers; strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength"
—Barbara Katz Rothman
Education & Classes Included in Your Support
As your doula, my care goes beyond labor support — I also offer a full range of educational classes to help you prepare for birth, postpartum, and early parenthood with confidence. These classes are available to all doula clients at no additional cost and can be scheduled throughout your pregnancy and postpartum period.
Birth & Prenatal Education
• Birth Preparation: Comfort Measures for Labor
• Birth Preparation: Advocacy & Communication
• Belly Binding
• Intro to Babywearing
• Intro to Breastfeeding
• Prenatal Yoga for Birth
• Micro (15 min) Maternity Photoshoot
Postpartum Education & Support
• Babywearing in Practice
• Infant & Family Connection
• Postpartum Yoga for Recovery, Core & Pelvic Floor
• Mommy & Me Yoga
Whether you’re preparing for labor, learning to feed your baby, strengthening your body, or building confidence during postpartum, these classes are designed to support you every step of the way.
**I proudly accept Kansas and Missouri Medicaid for all of my birth services, ensuring every family has access to compassionate support.
Bundle & Save: Maternity + Birth + Newborn
Your story doesn’t begin at birth—and it doesn’t end there either. Many families choose to document the full journey, from bump to baby, with maternity and newborn sessions in addition to birth photography.
When you bundle sessions, you receive both extra value and beautiful continuity in your imagery:
- Birth + Maternity or Newborn – 15% off both sessions
- Birth + Maternity + Newborn – 20% off all three sessions
Bundling also means a seamless experience with one photographer who already knows your story, your preferences, and your family. Your journey into parenthood is powerful—let’s honor every chapter.
**I proudly accept Kansas and Missouri Medicaid for all of my birth services, ensuring every family has access to compassionate support.
Testimonials
brittney Brownell
Birth Doula, Photographer, Yoga Instructor