because this changes everything.

Your birth matters. Not just how it happened, but how you felt.

The way the room sounded when you first met your baby.
The weight of their tiny body against your chest.
The quiet tears, the deep breaths, the moments you didn’t even realize you’d want to remember.

Because birth isn’t just a story, it’s your story. And it deserves to be told in a way that feels honest, tender, and true to you.

Birth changes people. You deserve someone who deeply understands that.

My role is to hold space for you. To witness the strength and softness, the in-between moments, and the ones that take your breath away so you can be fully present in your own experience. This work is about more than photographs. It’s about how you are cared for on one of the biggest days of your life.

When you look back, you won’t just see what happened.
You’ll feel it all over again.

PHOTOGRAPHY + BIRTH FILMS + DOULA SUPPORT

from the first wave

to the first breath.

birth support i offer.

BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHY

BIRTH FILMS

DOULA SUPPORT

BIRTH EDUCATION

POSTPARTUM CARE

PRENATAL YOGA

Professional certifications.

Certified Doula
Neonatal Resuscitation
Prenatal Yoga
Midwifery Assistant

Testimonials

“Where do I begin? Jess is a literal angel. We hired Jess to be our birth photographer and doula and she went above and beyond, she caught my son! I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her calm spirit by my side.

I was nervous 1. To give birth naturally at home but 2. I was worried that I wouldn’t love my pictures being that I was 41.5 weeks pregnant, exhausted and in labor….. I was absolutely blown away by my photos, I felt beautiful and strong looking at my birth gallery. Jess is so so talented, it’s a gift.”

- Mitchell Family

“We booked Jess for maternity and birth photography & videography and couldn't be more thankful.

As a photographer myself, I was anxious to be on the other side of the lens but Jess made us feel comfortable from the moment we met! If you're looking for a fantastic family photographer, look no further, you have found her.”

- Nicole + Adam

“We were privileged to have Jess take newborn photos for us with our first child. When she showed up it felt like we had known her for years. As a new mother I appreciated Jess’ grace and patience. Her eye for capturing the little, beautiful moments is truly a talent!

Since then Jess has watched our little family grow. Newborn, first birthday, family sessions, and now again getting ready to welcome another baby. Her photos are all over our walls! Seeing those special moments everyday around our home fills my heart with so much joy!

Trust me you are going to want these fleeting moments captured and you are going to want them captured by Jess. Between her talent and friendly, peaceful presence you just can’t go wrong!”

- Hastings Family

“It makes me so happy to get to see my family from the outside like this. If given the chance, I will lecture anyone about the importance of getting family photos done- but I didn't realize how important video was until I had it! It's priceless!

So- stop hesitating, stop waiting for the perfect time, just do it. Go get a family film. Because I said so.”

- Beth Rose

“Jess has a gift that is more than “just” being a talented photographer, or even a great doula - she creates an energy of calm and understanding that envelops the entire environment that she is occupying, and makes it known that she is fully present for YOU in every way you need her.”

Hannah McGrew | Midwife

Jess helped SO MUCH!! During the birth she stepped in at times to help as a doula and kept me calm and comfortable. We spent a long 24 hours together that day and she is so easy going.

During the intensity of birth, the last thing on my mind was taking photos. I'm so happy Jess was capturing all the real and raw moments for me to look back on. I will definitely have her at all of my births and newborn sessions!

- Kenzi + Gabriel

Nashville Homebirth: Mother laboring in a birth tub at home

what’s included.

- All Birth Story Films Include:

Cinemetic Birth Film
Full Birth Gallery
On-call time from 38 weeks on
Full Birth + Golden Hour Coverage
Birth Sneak Peek within 48 hours
Doula support as needed (active labor)
Private online gallery
Professional prints & albums available in your gallery

+ Maternity, Newborn and Fresh 48 sessions are also available.

Stonecrest Hospital Birth- Daughter comforting mother

birth packages.

- Birth Photography
- On-call time from 38 weeks on
- Complete coverage from active labor until (up to) 2 hours after delivery
- Doula support as needed (Active Labor)
- Final professionally edited digital images
- Private online gallery
- Sneak Peek within 48 hours
- Access to all of my professional labs for prints & products
- Birth Photography
- Cinematic Birth Film
- On-call time from 38 weeks on
- Complete coverage from active labor until (up to) 2 hours after delivery
- Doula support as needed (active labor)
- Final professionally edited digital images
- Private online gallery
- Sneak Peek within 48 hours
- Access to all of my professional labs for prints & products
- On-call time from 38 weeks until date of delivery
- Custom Birth Plan
- Early support via phone/text during pregnancy/labor
- Complete support from active labor until (up to) 2 hours after delivery
- Postpartum Follow up within 12 days
$35/hour (4 hour minimum)
- Feeding Support
- Emotional & Physical Recovery
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Prep
- Assistance with newborn care
- Sibling Care

*Maternity, Fresh 48 and Newborn Sessions are also available.

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Doula supporting mother during homebirth near Nashville

“Working with Jess has been such a gift, both professionally and personally. Her work is stunning! She has such an eye for detail and captures moments beautifully.

What stands out most to me, though, is her calm and steady presence. She blends seamlessly into the birth environment, offering support and care while documenting everything so thoughtfully. She truly loves the families she serves, and it shines through in both her work and her relationships.”

- Aubrey McMillian, CPM-TN

Mother laboring at home before baby | Nashville, TN

St. Thomas Midtown- Nashville birth, labor

Mother laboring in shower during homebirth

Mother laboring in tub with support at Nashville Vanderbilt Birth Center

Vaginal twin birth at St. Thomas Midtown- Nashville

the birth of WALTER

HOMEBIRTH | WATERTOWN, TN

THE BIRTH OF ARCHER BROOKS

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY | NASHVILLE, TN

the births of Sebastion + Olivia

TWIN BIRTH | ST.THOMAS MIDTOWN | NASHVILLE, TN

Let Me Answer Your Questions.

As soon as you get that positive!! I typically limit my birth schedule to 2 births each month. My schedule fills up quickly and I am often booking 7-9 months out. You can book your Birth Story as soon as you're ready, and if you would like to set up a registry for a baby shower or a payment plan that gives us time to do so.
Yes!! I know that every family has a budget, and I'm happy to help you plan the best way to afford documenting your birth.
I offer monthly payment options and gift registries so that your friends and family can contribute to capturing this amazing time in your lives. (who needs 22 onesies anyway!!)
Yes! I work directly with Tennessee Placenta Services. They are fabulous and we can coordinate pick up of your placenta after baby is here so that you don’t have to worry about it!
As much as I wish no parent ever had to experience the loss of their child, it is my truest honor to hold space with you in the hardest times. I offer bereavement doula services and photography free of charge as my schedule allows.

24/7 from 38 weeks on. Yes, even if it’s 3am.

Baby time is baby time and I’m here for it. I’ll probably have coffee in hand… especially if it’s the middle of the night. And I’ll probably show up in my go to ‘uniform’— some version of comfy pants, a headband, and if little eyes aren’t around, my ‘Girl, You’re a Badass’ shirt. Because let’s be real.. I just rolled out of bed and you, my friend are a total badass! Consider it my first pep talk of your Birth Day.
Missing a birth is really rare. During my on call time, I am never more than about an hour from your birth location. It’s super important to keep in close contact with updates, and I would rather be there too long than not make it.
I also work closely with several fantastic area photographers in the event that I do need a back-up due to illness or an emergency. If your birth happens very quickly, I will still be on my way as soon as possible to capture those first few hours with your little one.
In a post Covid world, policy can and does change rapidly, but I stay up to date on visitor restrictions.

The short answer though that yes, many area hospitals are allowing visitors and even siblings at births again!! I am also a certified doula, so even if visitor policy does change again, I would be allowed to support you during labor. If for any reason I cannot be there, your session fee will transfer to another session of your choice.
Whether it’s scheduled or emergent, c-sections are sometimes necessary. I will be there with you as long as I can for support and again in recovery. If you know that you will have a planned c-section, my recommendation is St. Thomas Midtown. I have completed their OR training and can be with you even in the OR.