Birth Doula | Photos+Film | Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill
The All Inclusive Support You Deserve
I want you to enjoy your day without extra stress, like remembering everything from birthing class. Choosing me as part of your birth team means you get an experienced doula who has seen it all, understands the normal range of labor and can anticipate your needs. Birth is hard work, but I believe in you. I do all I can to support the birth YOU want. No matter how your birth unfolds, I am with you to provide comfort and non-judgemental support.
But wait, it.gets.even.better!
I am two professionals-in-one. The unforgettable bonus of having me means you can be fully present without fiddling with your camera app. You can relax and focus on the most important parts knowing I am entirely dedicated to preserving your memories. Hiring a birth photographer allows you to re-live your day over and over again. The joys, challenges, connection and the love are too beautiful to forget.
Your Story is Worth Remembering
What’s Included for Doula+Photo+Film?
✓ Free Consultation: hear the benefits of working with me and see if we are match.
✓ Prenatal Meetings: tailored to your needs.
✓ On-Call Time: at the end of your pregnancy, I’ll be available and prepared whenever you need me, day or night.
✓ Birth Planning Guide: I’ll arm you with the up-to-date research and my best doula tips so you can be informed and reach your goals.
✓ Continuous Presence: from active labor to a few hours postpartum, my presence ensures you're supported during the most crucial moments.
✓ Partner Encouragement and Support: the value and role of a partner is so important. I’m here to help you work together as the ultimate team.
✓ High-Quality Photos+Film: have memories worthy of this grand occasion. Your professional galleries are ready within 4-5 weeks.
As of 2024, all my full packages include birth films. Complete my interest form and I’ll send you some examples.
Light Doula+Photo starts at $1800. Light Photo Only starts at $1500. Golden Hour Packages also available.
Small Photo+Video Packages start around $180
Pssst. I know this is an investment. I make it as accessible as possible while being sustainable and providing a top quality service. Are you planning an out of hospital birth? Ask me about exclusive pricing for homebirth or birth center families. Reach out for more details
Things to know
I keep my client base small.
I want to provide you the very best possible service and be my best self for you and my own my family. Doing a smaller number of births each month ensures that I am available for your due date and I am fully present and invested. A burnt out doula is not a helpful doula.
In other words, my calendar does fill up and it’s never too early to book.
Do you provide doula-only services?
I do not. There’s many wonderful doulas in the area, but I am the only certified birth photographer and doula in the Triangle Area and I want to offer the fullest of my skills. If someone wants doula-only support, I’m happy to make a referral.
If cost is a concern, consider a smaller package or a golden hour session. I also offer savings for my home birth families.
It is an investment.
You get what you pay for. I have the wisdom of many labors and extensive training. Investing in me means a top- notch doula who can anticipate your needs and provide a very personal service. Birth is a very sensitive and high-stakes environment and you want someone in your space who knows the stuff.
I hold myself to high standards. If you want bargain price and bargain quality, I am not the choice for you.
If the full service is not in your budget, I have options. Consider a golden hour session or virtual doula.
I am located in South Durham.
I will travel within about an hour radius from my home. If you think you may be outside my radius, reach out and we can chat about the distance.
For the right client, I am willing to travel farther a small travel fee.
I have a backup plan.
In my history as a doula I have worked with a team. I found that for me, it was lacking in rich, personal connection and I decided to pursue solo work. While I do not have an official business partner, I keep in touch with several back-ups so I am covered. Birth, like life, is not predictable and I am prepared.
What happens if I miss a birth? While it’s rare, if your birth has complications, goes very quick or some other reason I’m not able to provide what you are hoping for, I find another way to support you. This is usually through a make-up photo+video session.
You can expect honesty.
I will never tell you what is right for you. But you can expect me to be very honest about best practices, my feelings on certain facilities or procedures and the benefits vs. risks. I see it as my job to help you make very informed choices.
If you are not looking for a level beyond what you get from a standard doctor visit, I may not be the doula for you.
