BRANSON BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHER AND DOULA

Passionate birth witness, documenting your sacred birth story.

My name is Michaela, and I believe every birth is a profound story worth cherishing. It echoes on the day you first hold your baby... and resonates through the years ahead. The labor—both body and soul—of your birth is some of life's most intense, rewarding work. It reshapes you, empowers you, evolves you. No matter the path or place of your delivery, your birth day will linger in your heart forever.

As Branson's passionate birth photographer + doula (serving Springfield, MO, and beyond), I may be building my journey, but my heart is fully in yours. With deep care and dedication, I document the magic of birth and babies, weaving your unique narrative through every frame. Your images will become timeless treasures, stirring waves of love and oxytocin, and forever echoing your incredible strength and grace. I see birth not just as a moment, but as a symbolic bridge that nurtures families and inspires legacies.

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Your birth will be one of the greatest stories of your life...

How does this work?

Birth unfolds at any hour—day or night, on holidays or weekends. Your baby and body always guide the process. I strive to be a calm and steady companion in the final stages of your pregnancy, forever respecting the profound essence of your journey. As a dedicated doula, I capture your birth story with quiet discretion, providing gentle guidance and encouragement when it feels right.

I'm building connections with hospitals and midwives throughout the Branson and Springfield areas, allowing me to blend seamlessly with your birth team. I photograph and film diverse birth experiences across the Ozarks. At my core, I believe you hold the wisdom to choose the ideal setting and path for welcoming your baby—whether at home, in a hospital, or at a birth center.

A professional Birth Photographer brings the skill to expertly navigate the birth space, capturing stunning images even in low light and unpredictable scenarios.

While a loved one might try to snap photos, without the experience and specialized gear, the results are often grainy, out-of-focus shots that miss the polished quality. By hiring a professional for your birth photography, you get exceptional images while allowing your partner to focus fully on supporting you.

When I document a birth, my aim goes beyond simple visuals—it's about preserving the deep emotional core of the experience.I have the expertise to capture those ephemeral instants that tell your unique birth story: the soft swell of your belly, the comforting grip of your partner's hand, the quiet words of encouragement, the serenity between contractions paired with fierce resolve, the pure joy of that first gaze at your baby, and the delicate perfection of your newborn's tiny toes—all preserved in timeless photographs you'll treasure forever.

As your birth photographer, I offer 24/7 texting and calls for any questions or updates, and I'm on call from 37 weeks through 42 weeks, ready to prioritize your active labor, delivery, and the first hour postpartum with your baby. This dedicated availability comes from my heartfelt passion for birth and my commitment to honoring each family's one-of-a-kind path to welcoming their little one.

your investment - $700

Includes:
A pre-birth consultation to discuss your birth plans, and the logistics of birth photography. Virtual or in Person.

I'll be on call (24 hours a day!) from 37 weeks until the birth of your baby.
Unconditional love and support as needed at your birth.

5+ digital sneak peek images within 48 hours.

Online gallery of 50-200 professionally edited, digital high resolution images. Complimentary web-sized images for easy online sharing.

The day you first hold your baby is one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences you'll ever have. Regardless of the setting or circumstances of your birth, I want you to cherish every detail—big and small—of your unique story, as there's no question that welcoming your baby will rank among the most pivotal moments in your life. As a passionate birth photographer and emerging doula, I document your journey with quiet discretion and a profound appreciation for the birthing process.

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