The Heart of Home Birth: An Interview with Gold Soul Midwifery
Discover how midwife Jessie Rockwell of Gold Soul Midwifery in La Mirada, provides compassionate, faith-centered home birth care, supporting moms through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Learn why home birth is a beautiful option for many and what makes her midwifery practice unique!
FAQ’s about The Birth Photography Workshop
Alaina has created and taught high school photography, from beginning to advanced, for 7 years, as well as mentored new and established photographers. She created The Birth Photography Workshop with the goal being one of creating a standard in the birth space and to train others desiring to become birth photographers through workshops, shootouts and mentoring.
Healing Through Birth Photography: Embracing Your Story, Even When It Changes
Birth photography is more than just pictures—it’s a powerful tool for processing your birth story, even when things don’t go as planned. Discover how professional birth photography can help you find healing, strength, and beauty in your journey.
Having a Home Birth? How to Pick your Support Team
You want to feel at ease, supported, and confident in your team’s care. Assembling your birth team is a deeply personal decision and should be based on your unique needs and desires.
Here’s some tips on finding the home birth team that will support you best
5 Simple & Safe Ways to Use Herbs in Pregnancy - A Chat with a Dr of Ayurveda, Pilar Chandler
Discover 5 easy and safe ways to incorporate herbs into your pregnancy routine with advice from Pilar Chandler, Dr of Ayurveda.
Learn natural, holistic approaches to enhance your prenatal wellness, backed by expert insights.
The Summer Bucket List that wasn’t: What we do instead
How does a homeschooling mama of 6 make sure to have an unforgettable summer with her children while working full time as a birth photographer and videographer as well as a birth doula?
Find out how Alaina plans her days to make sure she’s spending quality time with her children during the summer months.
Local Los Angeles, Orange County and IE birth and newborn photographer Alaina Nunez.
Importance of Newborn Photo Safety: Some Advice for the New Mama
Today I’m sharing insights into the safe practices of newborn photography, so your baby's first photoshoot is not only beautiful but also secure and comfortable!
You can feel confident in knowing that we follow these safe practices when you book your in home newborn session in Los Angeles, Orange County or the surrounding areas of Southern California.
Your Top Breastfeeding Questions Answered/Orange County Lactation
Explore an insightful interview with birth photographer Alaina Nunez and Orange County’s skilled lactation consultant, Ashley Shapiro, as she shares valuable tips and guidance on navigating breastfeeding for both new and experienced parents.
Are Prenatal Massages Just for Relaxing or Are There Medical Benefits too?
Whether you're just curious if this is just a way to be pampered or if it can actually assist with things like labor and better sleep… listen up! This might be just what you need! Here is my conversation with Prenatal Massage Therapist, Lauren Martinez of The Mama Root who serves Orange County, California.
Your Top Prenatal 3D/4D Ultrasound Questions Answered by Orange County’s ultrasound boutique
3D/4D ultrasounds give parents the chance to bond with their babies before they've even been born - from their facial features and expressions to how they move in real-time!
I’m thrilled to present an exclusive interview with Shannon Villanueva of Blooming Babies Ultrasound in Orange County, California, who will be sharing some lesser known reasons you might consider getting a 3D/4D Ultrasound and what to expect throughout the experience.
How Chiropractic Care is beneficial during Pregnancy / La Mirada Birth Photographer and Doula
Here’s what a prenatal chiropractor has to say about this natural way to support your body during pregnancy. From common misconceptions to specific treatment techniques, we've got you covered.
Weird and Wonderful Pregnancy Cravings / LA & OC Perinatal Nutrition Expert
What do pregnancy cravings as an expecting mama mean and what they might reveal about your pregnancy journey? While this blog post uncovers fun insights and more nourishing alternatives, always remember that your cravings and experiences are unique to you.
If you have any concerns or need personalized perinatal nutrition coaching contact Alaina Nunez who is a birth & newborn photographer, birth doula and perinatal nutrition expert in Orange County and Los Angeles County.
Home or Birth Center? Which is the best for You - La Mirada Birth Photographer
Explore the in-depth pros and cons of opting for home births versus birthing at a local Birth Center. Whether that be in Long Beach, Irvine, or Corona. Dive deep into our comprehensive guide, which provides essential insights, firsthand experiences, and local resources to help you make an informed, confident choice for your baby's birth day!
Discover How a Postpartum Doula Can Elevate Your New Parenting Experience
Uncover a hidden gem in the postpartum world in and around La Mirada! Get to know a game-changing support system that'll make life with your newborn a whole lot easier, while providing guidance and care.
The First 14 Days Postpartum: Tips from La Mirada Birth Photographer & Doula
Ready for some real talk about postpartum life? In this blog post, I’m dishing the honest, unfiltered truth about what to expect after giving birth—the stuff that no one seems to talk about. Buckle up, because we're about to get real, raw, and maybe even a little bit TMI.
Did you know about these 5 Stages of Pregnancy? (from La Mirada Birth Photographer and Doula)
I’m not only going to share with you what to expect in each stage of pregnancy, but also a lot of local resources you can use as you plan for your pregnancy, newborn and birth in and around Orange County.
La Mirada Home Birth: A Safe and Empowering Alternative to Hospital Birth with a Skilled Midwife
An exclusive interview with Angelica Miller of Rowan Midwifery from Long Beach, California who is addressing common misconceptions about homebirth as well as how she ensures families have a positive birth experience. Check out this post by La Mirada Birth Photographer and Doula, Alaina Nunez.
A Story of Loss: A Letter to Myself / La Mirada Birth Photographer
At the emergency room they did an external and internal ultrasound as well as blood tests. By the time I had my urinalysis I was bleeding more like a period. The results were the same, the sack measured 7 weeks and no baby was found. This is where I went home and thought, "How come it took my body so long to figure this out!?!" I had been queasy this whole time. We are told that if you don’t feel good it must mean baby is good. Well… not exactly.
Get your home ready for a newborn. 5 unique ideas to feel prepared and confident/ La Mirada Birth Photographer
Are you expecting a new baby in the next few weeks? I totally get it, the anticipation can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. But don't worry, as a mama of 6, I've been there before! I've gathered 5 unique ideas and tips that will help you get your home ready for your new arrival in just two weeks.
Don't Struggle Alone: Find Breastfeeding Help / La Mirada Birth Photographer
Breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences of motherhood, but it can also be one of the most challenging. The best advice I can give you right off the bat is, determination and good support is so important to a successful breastfeeding journey. Whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned pro, there may come a time when you need a little extra help and support with breastfeeding and there’s no shame in that!