Category Archives: Birth

Sweet Big Sister! | Denton Birth Photography

Grandpa bringing in big sister to meet her baby sister – and both of their expressions as they greeted the new little one were priceless.

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Sweet New Girl | Denton Birth Photography

This cute girl arrived on my twelve year wedding anniversary, though she so conveniently timed it that I still had celebratory cake with my husband and was home for a late dinner. She was welcomed with great enthusiasm by so … Continue reading

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What a Year! | Denton Birth Photography

Prior to beginning my certification process as a doula I had attended a couple births. I began my program at the end of April last year and my first “official” arrival was a year ago this week – a home … Continue reading

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Cesarean Birth |Tips for Doulas

Originally posted September 2011: This morning (shortly after posting the video below) I got the call and raced out the door to attend my final certifying birth. We had anticipated a Saturday morning cesarean arrival but this little girl wanted … Continue reading

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Spinning Babies is Coming to Dallas!

UPDATE: Registration page is now up and Gail has lowered the workshop fee to $115 for early registration ($125 at the door.) Registration page here. Spinning Babies workshop probably at the Hyatt near DFW airport 9-4:30 on Thursday July 26th … Continue reading

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Birth Photography – Why It’s Worth the Investment! | Denton Birth Photography

I missed the birth of my third child. That sounds odd, right? I was there, of course – but due to a variety of complications it was decided that our son would best make his arrival by cesarean four months … Continue reading

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Making Yourself at Home in the Hospital

I read Homebirth in the Hospital: Integrating Natural Childbirth with Modern Medicine – there were parts I liked, but parts I didn’t… if the hospital is where you feel the safest for emotional or physical reasons, then obviously that’s the … Continue reading

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May Baby Rush 2012 – Final Arrival | Denton Birth Photography

This “little” one was going to be the 3rd arrival, but he had his own plans and decided to come fifth. I think he was holding out for the title of biggest, and he earned that title well! See those … Continue reading

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Laboring in Water

Even if you’re not interested in the idea of birthing in the tub, have you considered using the water for comfort in labor? The tubs are sometimes referred to as the “midwife’s epidural” for the wonderful help the warmth & … Continue reading

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Grandmoms | Denton Birth Photography

When grandmothers are at a birth I always try to capture their first interactions with their new grandbaby – as you can see, they are precious!

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