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The Art of Birth Photography

The most transformative moment of your life, preserved with heart

I only have one photo of my first child’s birth; one out of focus cellphone photo of the two of us, taken a few minutes after she was born. While I’ll never forget the feeling of meeting my baby for the first time, there are things I wish I could look back on that are gone from my memory. The color of the walls in the delivery room or the machines that tracked my baby’s heart rate for hours. The look on my husband’s face as our daughter was born or the look on her face as she breathed her first breath.

So why do you need a birth photographer? From one mama to another, when you’re in labor you will be turned inward. The buzz of the world will fade away as you focus on breathing the new life inside you into the world. Your partner won't be thinking about taking photos, because he will be focused on you. Hiring a photographer is how you guarantee that you’ll get to go back and see the sweat, tears, joy, and triumph of the miraculous thing you accomplished when you brought your baby earthside.

Because I care so deeply about supporting moms through this life-changing experience, I also offer doula services for families who are looking for extra guidance, encouragement, and hands-on support during labor and birth. My doula services are a separate offering (not complimentary with photography), and are meant to help you feel calm, empowered, and cared for every step of the way. If having both birth photography and doula support feels right for you, you can find more information about my doula services below.

The Art of Birth Photography

Childbirth is one of the most transformative, empowering experiences you will ever go through in your life. You deserve to have it documented.

Childbirth is one of the most transformative, empowering experiences you will ever go through in your life. You deserve to have it documented.

Because I get it. Because I’ve lived it too.

Your birth deserves to be documented with care, respect, and a deep understanding of what’s actually happening in that room. As a mom of three and a birth photographer, I know how powerful and vulnerable this experience is, and I don’t take that lightly. I know when to step in and when to quietly step back, so you can stay fully in your moment without feeling watched or interrupted. Being invited into your birth space is never something I treat casually. I show up with intention, a calm presence, and a whole lot of respect, so your story is captured exactly as it unfolds… honest, powerful, and completely yours.

Why choose me?

Doula Services

Why Birth Photography Matters

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The Process

Birth Investment Guide
Once you've decided to move forward with your birth photography package, a signed contract and a $500 deposit are due to secure your due date with me. The remainder of your investment is due at 37 weeks, and I offer payment plans to make that feel more doable if needed. 

Questionnaire

Next I’ll send you a questionnaire. This is your space to share all the little things that make your birth uniquely yours, from your hopes and preferences to the tiny details that matter most. The more I know about you, the better I can support you and quietly capture every moment that tells your story.

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24/7 On call from 38 weeks

Once you hit 38 weeks, I’m officially your birth paparazzi. When your little one decides it’s showtime, I’ll be there snapping all the candid, beautiful, messy, and magical moments. Think of me as quietly capturing your story so you can relive every smile, every tear, and every tiny detail for years to come.

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When it’s go time, I join you in active labor and quietly capture every moment as it unfolds. I stay through the birth and up to two hours postpartum so you get all the first glances, sweet snuggles, and tiny details that make your story yours. My goal is to document the real, messy, beautiful magic without ever getting in the way.

Birth coverage

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Gallery Delivery

Within 24 hours of your baby’s arrival, you’ll get a small handful of images perfect for sharing your news. The rest of your full gallery, 50+ hand-edited images, will be ready within 6 to 8 weeks. They are beautiful, carefully crafted, and totally worth the wait. You’ll have all the moments, big and small, to relive over and over again.

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Your keepsake album

This is the part I get most excited about. Your birth story deserves more than just living on your phone. You get to pick suede or linen, choose your favorite color, and I’ll design a stunning keepsake album full of your hand-edited images. It’s a little piece of your story you can hold, flip through, and keep forever.

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birth video

If time and circumstances allow, I love setting up a tripod to capture a short phone video of your birth. This is often something that gets overlooked, but it’s such a special way to remember the sounds, the movement, and the tiny moments that photos alone can’t capture. It’s just another way to make your story complete.

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In-Person or video Consultation

This is where we sit down and get to know each other, and I answer all your birthy questions. The last thing anyone wants is another stranger in their birth space; my hope is that you leave our consultation feeling comfortable, like you just had coffee with an old friend.

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Invoice & Contract

Ready to have your story told?

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Frequently Asked Questions onBirth Photography

While phone cameras are getting better, they can’t compete with a pro in a birth space. I bring top-of-the-line gear that works in low light, fast action, and tricky hospital conditions. Plus, I know how to work respectfully in your space. Your partner should be fully present with you, not juggling a camera. I make sure your whole story is beautifully captured without anyone missing out on the moment. As an Edmonton birth photographer, I know how to anticipate key moments and preserve them with intention, even in unpredictable environments.


Lighting varies from birth to birth. I sometimes prefer natural light, but if it’s too dark, I use a gentle bounced flash that reflects off the wall or ceiling – never directly at you. If the flash bothers you, I’m totally fine working without it. My camera is made for low-light and can handle it beautifully.

I ask to be notified in early labor so I can be ready. I usually join you once you’re in active labor and no longer talking through contractions. I stay until after baby’s first exam and some sweet skin-to-skin bonding time.

I’m very aware of how sacred the birth space is and will always aim make my presence quiet and unobtrusive. I stay in the background, capturing moments without interrupting or taking up space.

Call me! If I can’t be in the OR (depends on the hospital), I’ll be there before and after to capture the full story. I can also prep your support person to take a few photos with my camera in the OR if absolutely necessary.


Call me when labor starts so I can prepare. Once you’re in active labor, I’ll head your way. I’ve missed a birth that was extremely fast before, but if it happens, I can still come as soon as possible to document those precious post-birth moments.

Only if you want me to! I get your permission first and we discuss exactly what you’re comfortable sharing. Your story, your choice.

The earlier the better so you can guarantee a spot on my calendar! I only take a limited number of due dates per month so that my attention isn't divided. That said, don’t hesitate to reach out no matter where you are in your pregnancy.

Absolutely. If you experience a loss, I offer bereavement photography with the utmost care and sensitivity. These sessions are quiet, respectful, and centered on giving you something tangible to hold on to during an unimaginably difficult time. I will walk with you gently, follow your lead, and make sure the experience feels supportive and safe. If this is something you need, I am here for you.

Why should I hire you when I can just take a couple photos on my iPhone?

How do you handle low light during labor?
Will you need to use a flash, and what if it bothers me?

When should I expect you to arrive during labor, and how long do you usually stay afterward?

I'm nervous about having a lot of people in my birth space. How would you describe your presence?

What happens if I have an unexpected cesarean?

When do we call you to come?
Have you ever missed a birth and what happens then?

Do you share all births on social media?

At what point in my pregnancy should I be looking to hire a birth photographer?

Do you offer bereavement photography for families experiencing loss?

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Client love letters

We are completely blown away by these photos. We’ve had engagement and wedding photos done before that we loved, but this felt like a whole different level. Bre made me feel so confident in my body and as a mom, which honestly means more than I can say. I’m so grateful we got to do this session.

Thank you so much for the extra photo, that meant a lot to us. We are so, so happy we had the chance to book this session with you. The experience was amazing from start to finish, and the images are something we’ll treasure forever.

Oh my goodness, these photos are incredible. Thank you so much for such a wonderful session and for capturing our family so beautifully. We loved working with you and are already looking forward to doing another session together in the future.