OTTAWA BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHY

As early as possible, ideally between 20 and 30 weeks. Due to the nature of birth photography, I limit the number of births per month to ensure I am available and on-call for you. Once you're booked, I will be on call from 37 weeks until your baby arrives.

From 37 weeks, I keep my schedule clear and my bags packed. When active labour begins, you contact me, day or night, and I come to you.

We will discuss all the details when you book so you know exactly when to contact me.

This is the nature of birth and I'm prepared for both.

For fast labours, I may arrive closer to delivery and I'll document everything from the moment I walk in.

For long labours, I will be there, stepping out briefly if needed to rest, and returning refreshed and ready.

Birth is unpredictable, and as a professional birth photographer - I’m ready to capture your birth story however it unfolds.

All of them.

Hospital births (including medicated, unmedicated, and induced), home births, birth centre births, water births, and Caesarean sections. I have experience in Ottawa-area hospitals, the Ottawa Birth and Wellness Centre, La Maison De Naissance, and home birth environments across the region, including Gatineau and surrounding communities.

I operate with a documentary approach; present but unobtrusive, capturing moments without directing them.

I work quietly in the background, using natural and available light wherever possible, using flash with your permission.

I have extensive experience reading a room and knowing when to move closer and when to step back. Your birth team and your comfort always come first.

Yes.

Many families find the combination to be the most complete way to preserve the experience.

Still images capture the singular moments; film captures the breath, the sounds, the movement between them.

Ask me about packages that include both photography and a short birth film when you inquire. (Signature and Legacy Packages)

Birth rarely goes exactly to plan and that's okay. Whether your planned home birth transfers to hospital, your birth moves to a C-section, or something entirely unexpected unfolds, I will adapt and stay with you as possible.

I'm experienced in navigating all of these situations with sensitivity and professionalism, and the documentation of your birth story will still go on.

*We will chat more about all the details as sometimes I may not be allowed in certain spaces such as ORs, but we can go over those details when we meet.

Absolutely.

I work with all families; 2SLGBTQ+ families, single parents, different family structures, surrogates, all identities, and birth stories are welcome and celebrated here.

Please reach out with any questions.

You'll receive sneak peeks within 24-48 hours because I know the excitement of those first days and want you to have something to share.

Your full edited gallery is typically delivered within 6-8 weeks. Birth films take a little longer due to the editing process. I'll keep you informed throughout.

I offer three packages: Essential ($1,499), Signature ($2,099), and Legacy ($2,499). Each with full on-call coverage from 37 weeks.

Payment plans are available on all packages.

You can find the full details on the homepage, or reach out and I'm happy to walk you through which package might be the right fit for you.

Yes.

I serve the greater Ottawa region including Gatineau, Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, Nepean, Almonte, Carleton Place, Perth, and surrounding areas.

If you're unsure whether your location is covered, just ask, I'm happy to discuss your situation.