Ive been a doula for a little over 4 years now.  In the past year I have been having the honor of being at the 2nd births of previous doula clients. My most recent birth I attended was for a client who birthed about 2 years. This is a special family, and I was sad when I learned she was pregnant, and I would probably not be able to be her doula.  I had taken time off of births, and turns out, the time around her due date would be very busy time of year. We connected closer to her due date, and talked birth photography!

I am a huge supporter of homebirth.  Besides being a very safe option for women, there is just something magical about it. So when the message came late at night, I knew it was time! This amazing momma had chosen the very talented pair of doulas, Charlie & Megan of Barefoot Birth our of Tampa. And midwife Jill Adams.  I couldn't wait to be part of a birth with this team.

This super cute baby boy was born gently into water in the middle of the night. Mom was cradled in dads arms the entire time.  With in seconds of his new son being placed in her arms, she was saying "oh I love you".  It was a great moment. Here are a few images from this special moment!

Midwife Jill Adams visiting with newbly born baby. (above)

Student Midwife Jessica performing part of the newborn exam. All done in the comfort of his own home. (below)