Birth Stories

My third pregnancy marked a turning point for me. After experiencing an emergency c-section with my first pregnancy and stillbirth with my second, I knew I had to approach this birth differently. I was determined to do it my way and give birth to my baby on my own terms. During my third trimester, I experienced Braxton Hicks and the unpleasant sensation of lightning crotch. … [Read more...] about Jessica’s Birth Story

Our first baby; we were excited! We waited so patiently for this - 14 years! So choosing to deliver our baby the way I dreamed was important to me. I set up our tour at KBC. The next day, during our Fall Photo sessions, one of our clients, who had a 6-month-old, asked us if we had children. So excited, I said, "Not just yet. We are pregnant!!" The dad said, "If you want a … [Read more...] about Ruby’s Birth Story

I stirred awake in the very early hours of the morning. I felt an urge to #2. (Alright, this is a birth story. We are going to be deep into bodily functions, but in case my grandmother-in-law is reading this, which she absolutely will,  I feel the need to put a disclaimer at the top of this narrative.) I also felt what could be contractions. But, they had been teasing … [Read more...] about Mae Miller’s Birth

The birth of our 5th baby. March 12, 2019 at 2:00 am at home in water. We've had the honor of being in the care of our midwife, Cathy Rude, for every single birth. She has guided us so well and this time I managed to accomplish my newest goal: catching my own baby! Photos, as with every birth, by Andrea Vasquez of Ethan Avery Photography. Cannon Caius Birth Slide Show … [Read more...] about The Birth Story of Cannon Caius