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Eleanor Zamora | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
“On Sunday, April 12th, I got a call from Sondra. She thought she was in labor but just wasn’t sure. I had to hold back a giggle because she was most definitely in labor….” Click to read more of Sondra’s birth story!
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Go Gold for Laina Mini’s! | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
On August 21, sweet Laina, was diagnosed with Pre B Cell Leukemia. She is undergoing treatment at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans. They live about 2 hours from Children’s Hospital New Orleans, no family locally and Laina has an older brother as well.
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London Kate | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
“I arrived around 10:30a and observed Brandy through contractions while still in assessment. They were coming quick, but she was managing so well!! Brandy asked if she should go walking again and I thought it would be a good idea, but we could do whatever she wanted… ”
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Being a Birth Worker With Young Children | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
This is probably the number one hurdle with becoming a doula or birth photographer and sustaining a steady flow of work. Having a young family can really take a toll on birth workers, even with one client a month.
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For the Love of Laina
This past weekend, the Blackburn family received some terrible news. On August 21, sweet Laina, was diagnosed with Pre B Cell Leukemia. She is undergoing treatment at Children’s Hospital of New Orleans.
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SpinningBabies!! | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting and attending a SpinningBabies workshop with Tammy Ryan, the same trainer that held my DONA training in 2013. If you have an opportunity to host or attend a workshop in your area, DO IT!
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Stages in Labor & Laboring Down | Baton Rouge, LA Doula & Birth Photographer
Laboring down is allowing your body to naturally bring baby down while baby rotates and wiggles to work with your contractions and go further into the pelvis, rather than trying to push baby down and exhausting yourself.
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Haven Ella | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
I was contacted in December 2014 by Kim. She was looking for a birth doula to support her and her husband through their birth experience, and a photographer to document it. We met at a local coffee shop and hit it off. It fills my heart with joy knowing that they trusted me to be a part of their birth team.
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Healthy and Happy Postpartum | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
You CAN have a happy and healthy postpartum period with the right preparation and support. We are meant to be doted on and helped after we give birth, however, our society has drifted far away from this. With your partner, create a Postpartum Plan and include ways family and friends can help out.
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What does a Placenta Look Like? | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
The placenta is a mysterious thing. So much so, it’s never fully been studied.
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Victoria Mae Fresh48 | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of photographing little Victoria’s Fresh48 session. What made this session extra special, was that her parents were adopting her!
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Which Photography Session do I Book? | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
So you know you are wanting to hire a professional photographer, but which session do you choose?! I’m here to break down the different types for you.
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World Doula Week 2015!
World Doula Week begins with World Doula Day on March 22nd and will go through March 28th annually. March 22 was chosen because it is the spring equinox, which represents the return of fertility in countless cultures.
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Rebozo, What’s That? | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
It can be used in relaxation techniques, providing comfort in pregnancy, soothing abdominal muscles to allow baby to get themselves into an optimal position, and as a grounding for mom during labor and delivery.
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Considering having your placenta encapsulated? | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
ind the right encapsulation specialist for you and make sure they are processing safely. Here are the top 10 questions you should be asking…
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Why I Became a Doula | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
Growing up, I wasn’t exposed to breastfeeding much, natural childbirth, healthy eating, anything you’d typically associate a doula with. My mother attempted to breastfeed myself and siblings, but due to misinformation and lack of support, she made the decision to formula feed us.
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The On-Call Life of a Birth Doula | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
When we do make it out, we skip that beer or glass of wine, we keep our phones out , travel plans are carefully planned out, and most doulas not traveling more than an hour away from home.
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My Baby Turned 2 | Baton Rouge, LA Birth Doula and Photographer
She can be very opinionated and passionate in the things she wants. While it can be rough as a parent, I’m SO grateful for her strong spirit. I’m excited to see her develop and grow and I only hope I can positively guide her in the path she’s been given.
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