New Year’s Goals for Brown Eyed Photography Birth Work

This year has been exciting for the birth community in the North Country. We’ve grown, strengthened, and raised awareness. This has happened through a growing facebook group focused on local birth conversations; in-person Birth Circles; and the interest of our […]

Ultimate Pregnancy Christmas Wish List

Sometimes being pregnant means you really want something edible. Sometimes you really want something tangible. And sometimes you need something that has no monetary value but makes all the difference! Here are two wish lists – one that will make […]

Stellar Birth Team Members

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Birth is tranformative, important, and essential. It’s vital that the birth team is respectful, knowledgeable, and trusting of women and birth. When your planning an event (say a wedding); buying a house; or going to school, surrounding yourself with the […]

Introducing :: Brown Eyed Photography Services Registry

Brown Eyed Photography Birth Registry Just in time for the holidays, there is a baby registry available for Brown Eyed Photographer and Doula services! Professional Birth Photography and doula services are an incredible gift. Birth is a transformative experience. It […]

18 Tips for VBAC Candidates

With a third of babies born via surgery, it’s no wonder that many women are seeking a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). Fortunately, those that have gone before are a compassionate, generous, and wise group. When I asked for advice […]

When Everybody and Your Mother has an Opinion

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You’re pregnant. Congratulations! Everyone is so excited! You’re birthing. Yay! You’re finally meeting your baby. Everyone is excited! You’re breastfeeding. That baby is demanding milk NOW! You’re doing your best to do what’s best for your baby. You’re parenting. Everyone […]

Herbal Pregnancy Tea – why and how

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Herbs are an easy addition to your nutritional diet, adding minerals and vitamins that might otherwise be challenging to consume. There are several herbs that are particularly useful during pregnancy. Herbs for Pregnancy Dandelion Root – high in vitamin C, […]

Why You Should Write Your Birth Story

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Birth is transformative, powerful, and overwhelming. It can feel unbelievable – that there are no words to express the experience. Taking the time to write out your birth story as soon as possible will allow you to process your experience. […]