Documenting birth stories is important to me because being a mother is important to me. I want you to know that you are capable, you are a fierce warrior and your birth story doesn’t just happen to you, but is one that you are a participant of.

When I document birth stories I want to be your eyes that you can’t rely on, to see. When you go through your birth photographs or birth film I want you to re-live the moments from your perspective and from mine as well. Because what I see is courage, strength, determination, beauty and a lot of times brokenness but in the end there’s triumph, joy and freedom.

“… Weeping may last for the night, but joy comes in the morning.” - Proverbs 30:5

La Mirada Birth Photographer & Doula

Reasons to Hire a

Birth Photographer…

1. You won’t have any regrets since there are no “do overs” in birth
2. Your husband can be fully present and be in the photos with you
3. The photographs will help you process your birth story better
4. Having documentation helps with mama/baby bonding
5. Your child will be able to see how strong their mama truly is

“Alaina is INCREDIBLY talented and brings her deeply calming, grounding presence to any birth space. Her photos and video helped me remember and process my birth story, which didn’t go as planned (does it ever?! ) so I was worried the photos wouldn’t be amazing. THEY WERE!”
-Kassidy C.
“I was super impressed with her photography and videography skills! These photos are just so beautiful and I will treasure them forever. Alaina has an amazing attention to detail and she made sure she captured everything I wanted.”
-Jaymie S.
“She brought a peaceful presence to our home birth experience while taking amazing photos of treasured moments before, during, and after birth. If you are concerned that having a birth photographer won’t give you as intimate of an experience – think again and interview with Alaina.”
-Jamie F.
“Thank you again and again for your gentle presence. You truly made a world of difference, I can’t even put it into words. I look forward to telling my pregnant mama friends about you!!!”
-Liz F.

FAQs

Fill out the Contact Form and we’ll set up a complimentary online 30 minute consultation.
Who you allow in your birthing space should be those who you feel most comfortable and safe with so this is a good way to see if you feel I’m the right person to be in your birthing space.
Each and every birth story is different and sometimes I am limited with my angles by the equipment, room set up, doctors, nurses or midwives. My goal is to capture the whole story and not just focus on the big push. I capture the emotions, the atmosphere and the love that is surrounding this momentous occasion.
I do not usually use flash but I bring it with me just in case. If the room is super dark, I will adjust my camera to compensate for that, just know the images will be a little more grainy. I might ask about turning up some lights if I feel the images will look better but ultimately I do not want to disrupt the birthing space. If the flash is used, I would save it for after baby is born.
All the photos you have seen on my website and portfolio have been without flash.
Approximately 5-8 minutes. I want to make sure to tell your baby's complete birth story.