I believe with all my heart that every birth story matters- your story matters. Birth isn’t just about welcoming a baby; it’s about the powerful transformation of a woman into a mother. It’s a moment that changes generations to come. I truly believe that who you choose to be part of your birth team is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. You deserve to feel fully supported, to have your wishes honored, and to be exactly who you are, no matter where or how you choose to bring your baby into the world.
I live in Conroe, Texas with my amazing husband, JD, and our sweet babies, Harrison & Eleanor. We also have two rambunctious corgis who are always underfoot, keeping our home full of joyful chaos. My love for Jesus and my family is at the heart of everything I do—they’re my greatest joys and keep me grounded.
I was a middle school math teacher doing photography on the weekends until God put it on my heart to step away and to pursue this calling of loving on mothers and families through my photography and as a doula. I still have to pinch myself that I get to do this heart work every day. Pursuing my passion is a dream come true!
I believe that when we are a part of a positive and supportive team, we are helping to encourage the beauty and power of birth, shifting the narrative to one of empowerment, strength, and grace. The stories we capture together are more than just moments...they are part of a movement where women are reclaiming their power in creating and birthing life.
My journey into motherhood with my two babies was transformative in ways I never expected. I became a mom early 2021, during the height of COVID. I have never felt more magic than I did when I met my son for the first time. He changed my perspective and world forever. I got a glimpse of the love my Heavenly Father has for me when I first looked into his eyes.
That being said…During my son’s labor, I felt uncertain and disconnected, unsure of what to expect, and not fully an active part of my experience. Him and I were healthy and safe (praise God!), but I longed for something greater in my birth experience.
With my second baby (my rainbow baby girl), I felt incredibly empowered by my birth team, supported by my midwives, and connected to the strength within myself. That second pregnancy and birth experience filled me with peace, joy, and confidence in my ability to birth my baby despite the emotions I was feeling of pregnancy after loss.
Through these two completely different experiences, I’ve become deeply passionate about supporting other moms on their own journeys. Every mother deserves to be seen, loved, and empowered during her birth, no matter where she chooses to deliver. I believe birth is a powerful, unpredictable, and life-changing moment, and my heart is to help moms feel strong and active in that process.
All family photos by Ashley Newman Photography
I would be truly honored to be part of your story, capturing the moments that matter most. Every family's journey is unique, and it's my joy to preserve those memories for you to cherish for years to come.