Why should I hire a birth photographer?

Birth is a whirlwind, Many parents find that after giving birth, they only have a few concrete memories of their experience (and if anyone does take photos...they’re often unflattering and blurry iphone snaps). Birth photography allows families to see and remember all the big and small moments of their birth with images that are timeless, emotion-forward, and deeply beautiful.

Many of our clients cry when they view their images for the first time. There is something so powerful about reliving your birth experience. Like a wedding, a birth is a day you'll remember for the rest of your life. Having professional birth photographs can help give those memories more shape and power. 

Because Monet is both a professional birth photographer and an experienced doula, she also brings a deep commitment to protecting the space and energy of her client’s birth experience. She is a passionate advocate, educator, and artist who wants your birth to be one of the most meaningful and powerful days of your life.

Do you have a reliable back-up or partner?

YES! One of my former clients, Miranda, fell in love with birth photography and doula support after the birth of her third baby (which I had the honor to attend). Miranda trained with me as a doula and photographer, and she now works with me full-time. This ensures that there is ALWAYS someone available for you and your family. Birth work requires 24/7 availability…and babies don’t wait for sickness or other unexpected emergencies. Working with Miranda also ensures that someone will always be available, even if your baby comes earlier or later than we were expecting.

Does any birth space NOT allow birth photography?

We photograph births at hospitals, birth centers, and home births. Most hospitals in the Denver Metro area will even allow us to photograph c-sections. You do not need to ask your provider if they are comfortable with birth photography - this is your body, your story, and all birthing locations across the front range currently allow photography and videography. Many LD nurses, midwives and even OBs actually hire us to document their own births.  

When do you arrive?

We like to arrive when my clients are in active labor. If your care provider is doing cervical checks - we usually like to be with you from 6 centimeters onward. If you are not being checked, we come when you have an active pattern of contractions. We will be in communication before and during your labor to ensure that we come at just the right time. But ultimately: the call is yours to make. If you want us there, we’ll come!

How long do you stay?

We stay between 1-2 hours postpartum. If you are interested in further coverage (arrival of siblings, grandparents, etc...we can always add that to your package). 

What happens if you miss the birth?

Birth can be a wild ride! We make every effort to arrive with enough time to capture your full story (and we have a stellar track record of making even the fastest of births), but in the unlikely event we do miss your birth, we still aim to tell your story. We'll stay as long as we need to get the same amount of images you would have received if you had a longer labor (and we’ll even come back the next day if we need more images).

How many images can I expect?

We deliver between 100-200 professionally edited images. The exact number depends on the package you choose, as well as the unique length and unfolding of your story.

Do you offer prints or other products?

We love working with my clients to produce tangible art that they can display in their house for years to come. From birth albums to prints to canvases, we offer a variety of packages and options.

Do you share every birth on social media?

I LOVE sharing empowering images of birth. Through these images, we can change the way our culture views parenthood and birth. However, we absolutely respect families that wish to keep their birth images entirely private. During our consultation, we'll discuss exactly what you do or don't want shared. I will always honor your requests for privacy. 

Do you offer videography?

Yes! We love doing birth films. You can see recent birth films here. 

What is your pricing?

Birth photography is an investment, but it's one worth making. Please reach out so we can create a custom package that fits your specific needs and vision. I am always able to set up payment plans as well.

Can we get together to meet first?

I’m happy to meet in person if you’d like, or we can schedule a time to talk on the phone.

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