09/29/2026
I'd like for you to meet my son, fourth baby, and the finale for our family.
Our sweet little Forrest Fox joined us 5 days after his due date in my second successful home birth. Despite labor going longer than I anticipated and the pain being far more than I remember from my previous births, Forrest was born into the water at a healthy 8 pounds and 15 ounces. And even though I unexpectedly experienced a delayed postpartum hemorrhage a few hours after birth that required a ambulance ride to the hospital and an overnight stay to stabilize my bleeding, I am recovering well and Forrest has continued to thrive.
I'm older. My body is tired. The soreness has lasted longer. And adjusting to four children with a husband working long hours during his busy season has been a lot harder than I could have ever imagined. With that being said, I have decided to close my booking calendars for new clients for the remainder of this year as I continue to recover and be present for my baby and family. My seasonal mini sessions will still take place. But from this point on, I will only be booking returning clients for the remainder of the year and all other clients starting in January.
This decision does not come easy. It's extremely difficult for me to put a pause on something I have worked so hard to build, but I know my ministry lies with being a mom at this time. I know my children need me more than my business. I know God will provide for us in other ways.
For those who have prayed for us and our sweet baby, we are extremely grateful. The gifts and meals we have received from clients has truly made my heart so happy. There's nothing I love more than hearing how much I have helped someone else in their motherhood journey when they drop off a meal, coffee, or the baby blanket I fell in love with during their baby's newborn session. Y'all are my people. So thank you all for your love and support! I will be back soon!