Family Session in the Woods
Blog post about the unfolding joy of being a family as photographed by Dear Birth in this Family Session in the Woods
Powerful Homebirth in Hermosa Beach
Daylight beautiful and peaceful Homebirth in Hermosa Beach.
The amazing benefits of vernix at birth
Blog post about the benefits of vernix after birth and why it is important to allow baby's skin to absorb it right after birth
Beautiful Shameless Cesarean Birth
I want the shame to stop. I want mothers to feel celebrated, loved, respected and seen; no matter how they end up birthing their babies.
Baby Agape Miracle Birth Story
Despite all the medical expectation and odds, a miracle was born.
Delicious Bone Broth for Post Partum care
Find out about the benefits of drinking bone broth after birth and for your general health of gut, skin and bones.
The benefits of skin-to-skin after birth
Find out the advantages of promoting skin contact between mom and baby after birth. Think of it as a lovers' first date where the magic should not be interrupted, directed or interfered.
Beautiful Belly photography session
Join us on a pregnancy photography adventure in the Santa Monica mountains. You'll find love, hiking, and maybe even a rattlesnake.
Formula has damaged our generation
Breastfeeding requires a lot of work ( less than mixing, warming up a bottle though), but it creates a unique bond between mom and baby that goes beyond disease immunity and the so acclaimed attachment parenting
The Last beautiful Birth of 2018
The last baby of 2018 arrived just in time for New Year's Eve celebrations. He was 10 days late but certainly worth all the wait.
Beautiful Family photography session in Los Angeles
I have known this mother and child since he was born, more than 3 years ago. I miss them when I don't see them and I always rejoice when Fall comes because I get to spend time capturing their growth and endless love for one another.
Awesome Maternity Session at the Santa Monica Pier
Maternity Session at the Santa Monica Pier with Dear Birth Services on a cloudy warm December day.
Amazing Fall Family Session 2018
'Tis is the season for your Family Session!As the Holidays are rolling upon us faster and faster, this is the best time to call your trusted photographer and book your family session.
The magic of food during labor
The importance of eating during labor is now reiterated by research: some food, not only helps sustain mom but facilitate her birth and post partum.
9 Amazing Tips for your Pregnancy
Feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy? Here are some of my favorite tips to help you thrive during the change your body and soul are undergoing.
Baby Meadow's beautiful birth story
From the moment I walked into their house to document their birth, all I could sense was peace. Mom decided to transfer to the hospital at some point and despite the madness of lights and revolving door of nurses I usually witness, this time, this birth was calm, respectful and honored.
Amazing Photography for Kids in Santa Monica and more.
You will usually find most children these days busy on a computer or phones and tablets. Or you will find them watching television. All these activities cause them to sit in one place for a prolonged duration.Learning photography will pique your child’s curiosity and help them become more creative.
A Surprise Gender Birth
Our gender surprise, a gorgeous baby boy. It still amazes me how peaceful my birthing environment was; quiet, dim, calm. All things my hospital birth was not. Not only was I able to feel in control about my labor, I felt an incredible feeling of empowerment — I am feeling I still ride 4 weeks later!
Follow the beautiful waves
Thanks to my husband, I pretty much know the best locations for any outdoor photo session in the area and thanks to his skilled advice, I can estimate if the conditions ( tide, sunset facing and time of year) are favorable or less for the purpose of the photography session.
Through the special Lens of Birth Photography
It is the most sacred experience and closest to the divine, besides giving birth. No matter how many times I have walked into the birth space and attended the love fest party of a family giving birth, I always leave high on happy hormones, with a heart full joy for the hope that a new life may bring to the world.