Birth Photography Portfolio & Testimonials
Having a background in Interior Design, I have always been appreciative of a good photograph. I offer birth photography as an added service to my clients or to anyone who wants to capture their remarkable birth story as it unfolds. I pride myself on having an eye for composition and for capturing those unique moments during a labor and birth that others may not notice. As a laboring couple, it isn't easy to remember the process of labor and what you went through to hold your baby for the first time. Therefore, it is priceless to have these photos to look back on to reminisce about your birth story.
Heart Work Doula & Photography Options:
Heart Work Doula & Photography Options:
- Prenatal/Pregnancy Photography such as Maternity, Milkbath (bathtub is required), or Maternity Budoir.
- Birth Photography
- "Fresh 48" (can include siblings' meeting)
- Newborn closeups Photography (Macro)
Birth Photography/ Maternity Client Testimonials:
My partner and I were thrilled by the photography services provided by Caren, and we highly recommend her.
Here are some key ways she was the best fit for us.
In choosing a birth photographer, we wanted someone who could help us hold onto all the little moments that pass by unnoticed. With our attention focused elsewhere, namely the taxing human experience of welcoming a child into the world, Caren wholly captured those fleeting instances throughout our 37 hour birth journey. From the photo of the ice-chips my husband put in my mouth while I bounced on a bouncy ball, to getting my hips squeezed by my doula, Caren’s attention to detail helped remind me of those spaces in that slip in between memory.
We valued Caren’s respect of the birthing process, her supportive approach, and her connection to our birth-support team. Caren’s experience and expertise as a doula uniquely equipped her to fluidly inhabit and thrive in an environment that is at certain times highly intensive or somewhat mundane. In coming from that place, she respected the sanctity of this very special experience, and made us feel respected and celebrated in such a vulnerable moment. She earned our trust, established a really great connection with us and our team, and contributed as an invaluable member of the team. All of these attributes translated into the personal and intimate photographs we wanted.
Caren went above and beyond in her work through several acts of human compassion. During the ‘transition phase’ of birth (a very difficult to endure milestone in the birthing process), she supported the dad-to be with his pained back. After performing an almost ritualistic series of firm and prolonged hipsqueezes for the mom-to be’, the dad-to be’s strength waned. Caren noticed and walked over and kindly offered a back massage. That incredible act of kindness made all the difference.
She’s an excellent lifestyle photographer with solid technical abilities. We loved her photojournalistic knack at snapping shots of the ordinary in real time and rendering them in the extraordinary as photographs. Sweet moments… like my partner and I snuggling and chatting in the tiny hospital bed. Or, us taking a turn about the hall. All these vignettes communicated a story we will cherish and share with our new little person as they grow up.
We are pleased we took advantage of the ‘Fresh 48’ photoshoot. We never would have gotten memorable and lovely images any other way during this time of intense physical and mental exhaustion. We forgot that our sweet babe had tons of hair (it subsequently fell out) or that her feet were so wrinkly (and yellow at birth!). A true testament to her ability was evident in taking family photos that captured our joy rather than our exhaustion.
Overall, we highly recommend Caren as an empathetic person, a trusted partner of the team, and a skilled documentarian.
Best wishes,
Amanda, Christopher, and baby Adeline
We had the pleasure of working with Caren for the birth of our daughter, Aeos. At first contact via her website, she was responsive and open to questions. At our first meeting she showed herself to be warm and caring and extremely knowledgeable. Throughout the final weeks of my pregnancy and in waiting for labor, Caren was always open to being contacted. She even supplemented my doula's info on my pregnancy and labor! When labor came, Caren was there immediately, and she was simultaneously unobtrusive while taking highly intimate portraits. She was the first to arrive (just after my doula) and the last to leave. Everyone who met her in the room commented on how lovely her personality was and then after seeing the prints, the emotion she captured in her photos.
I feel extremely lucky to have found Caren and have worked with her. I highly recommend her for her professionalism and deep caring for her clients and the birth process. She is a lovely human being who shows deep caring and commitment to you and your family story. Her photos are exactly what we hoped for and I will be recommending her services both as a photographer and doula to others.
-Mireya 5/2017
I feel extremely lucky to have found Caren and have worked with her. I highly recommend her for her professionalism and deep caring for her clients and the birth process. She is a lovely human being who shows deep caring and commitment to you and your family story. Her photos are exactly what we hoped for and I will be recommending her services both as a photographer and doula to others.
-Mireya 5/2017
We were pleased beyond belief by our prenatal boudoir photoshoot experience with Caren. I wished I had done pictures like this with my first baby but was always kind of shy about it. Knowing this would be probably be my last pregnancy I wanted to capture my body in it’s most beautiful form, blossoming full of life. I also thought it would be a nice way to pause to connect with my husband during this busy time and capture some moments for memory of this sacred time. I’m so glad we decided to do it. Even though my husband was initially a bit hesitant, Caren is phenomenal and made the whole experience so comfortable and fun. It was so easy and convenient. She came to our house and even brought a simple white comforter for the bed. The energy was so positive and encouraging, she directed and complimented us along the way. She took time to adjust clothing, hair and honestly body positioning for the most flattering look. It never felt awkward or embarrassing which was our biggest fear. Instead it felt like a celebration of this special time in our lives and I’m so happy we did it!
From my husband:
When my wife first proposed this photoshoot I was a bit hesitant, but of course went along with whatever she wants as she’s the one doing all the hard work of pregnancy. I understood her wanting to document this special time and her beautiful belly and body. I wasn’t really sure where I would fit in, but Caren made it so easy and comfortable- it actually ended up being really fun! She directed us and helped me feel confident in my dad bod. Lots of laughs were had and a nice bonding experience and memories to last a lifetime. Go for it guys- you won’t regret it!
-Elizabeth & Ray
7/2019
From my husband:
When my wife first proposed this photoshoot I was a bit hesitant, but of course went along with whatever she wants as she’s the one doing all the hard work of pregnancy. I understood her wanting to document this special time and her beautiful belly and body. I wasn’t really sure where I would fit in, but Caren made it so easy and comfortable- it actually ended up being really fun! She directed us and helped me feel confident in my dad bod. Lots of laughs were had and a nice bonding experience and memories to last a lifetime. Go for it guys- you won’t regret it!
-Elizabeth & Ray
7/2019