Baby makes 4: Amazing Maternity Photoshoot in the South Bay
After a delightful ride in the car ride, where I got to sit next to little man soon to be big brother, we parked next to a trail close by Rancho Palos Verdes. Mom said this place reminded her of Virginia and its beautiful forests. So we strolled around and played hide and seek with the sun for some good light exposure. Big brother to be would come in and out of the picture. Sometimes posing and sometimes adding his own spunk to the maternity session.
Maternity Session in Malibu
For this maternity session in Malibu, we decided to meet at El Matador State Beach. We were gifted with an exceptionally warm and sunny afternoon, which can be not always a guarantee in March.
Maternity session at the Venice Pier
I am always so proud of my clients because even if the temperature by the beach can be, sometimes, on the chilly side, they always put a smile on their faces. They do want their pictures to reflect their inner joy. This was the underlying message for this family of soon-to-be 4. They have always embraced the journey no matter what life has thrown at them.
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.
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.
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.
Growing a beautiful belly in style
This week I am thrilled to share the maternity photo session I captured a couple of weeks ago. The mom who is featured in the session is very dear to me as she was the very first person who trusted me and my camera at her birth of her second baby.
Beautiful Belly Session at the Santa Monica Pier
Meeting Priscilla and Nate was like going on a blind date and getting lucky. They found me through yelp and the rest is pretty much history.
When Birth Workers Wear a Belly in Santa Monica
If you are a birth worker like me, you must know that there comes a time in life when it's your turn to lean over your community of birth gurus and ask for support during your child's birth.
What to Wear for your Photo Session
Unless you are a used to be in front of a professional camera, being photographed can certainly feel intimidating. Here are some tips to help you during the process.