When it comes to childbirth and the transition to motherhood, there’s a subject that often remains misunderstood or stigmatized: postpartum mental health. In this post, my goal is to bring light to this subject. While it’s definitely become more open in the past few years, I feel like mental health (especially as a woman in the […]

Ever find yourself at midnight wanting to devour a jar of pickles with ice cream? Maybe not that extreme – but anyone who’s been pregnant knows that pregnancy can come with some weird cravings, right!? But could those cravings actually mean something? Today I’m sharing 4 surprising insights into what your cravings might mean. The […]

I didn’t want to admit my baby had colic. It made me feel like there was something wrong with me or my baby, so I just tried to ignore it instead of looking for a solution. I wish I’d gone about things differently! A challenge a lot of parents face with new babies is colicky […]

Whether you’re a seasoned pro with a clan of little ones at home, or a first-timer eagerly counting down the days to that special due date, there’s something universal about preparing for a new baby – the time always flies by faster than we expect!  Being a mom myself, I’ve gathered a lots of wisdom […]

Dear Amazing Birth Workers, I see you. I see the importance of what you do with each and every mother you serve. You’re so strong – fighting for your mamas in every decision as they go through the process of birthing their precious child. As you go on this beautiful journey of serving your clients, […]

I’ll never forget when my son, our second child, was born. I had this ideal vision in my head that our first child would immediately fall in love with him. Needless to say, this didn’t happen. She was a bit stand-offish for a few days, but slowly she came around to the idea that he […]

Have you ever heard photographers use terms like “Fine Art” & “Lifestyle” and “Day-in-The-Life?” Maybe you’re vaguely familiar, but also not too sure what exactly these terms mean? Well, I’ve got you! By the end of this blog, you’ll be able to identify each photography style and select the one that will best preserve your […]

So, you’ve welcomed a beautiful new baby into your life, and suddenly, your world has been turned upside down. Amid the sleepless nights, diaper changes, and endless cuddles, finding time to nurture friendships can feel like an impossible task. Trust me, I’ve been there! But, I’m here to tell you that connecting with other new […]

If you’ve struggled with infertility: I feel you.   My husband and I struggled to get pregnant with our first. When you’ve decided to get pregnant, it can’t happen quick enough! So I know how difficult and emotional this can be. It’s frustrating when you’re doing everything “right” but still not getting pregnant. That’s why […]

Have you heard of a postpartum doula? I’m sure that this service has been around for years, but when I had kids, I had never heard of it! And oh how I could have used one! I found postpartum to be a difficult time – mostly – because I had SUCH a hard time breastfeeding […]