Whether you’re having your first, second or third child, we all experience anxiety that can hinder our birth experiences. My first born took a marathon 36hrs to arrive via caesarean after a variety of non-medicinal and medicinal assistance to coach her out naturally failed. My 2nd came in less than 6hrs naturally. Two very different birth experiences that I treasure deeply. In hindsight I knew so little of the birthing process. Never have I been so under prepared for an event, let alone such a dramatic one. There was a certain amount of fear that came from not knowing what was happening internally and a blind, nervous acceptance that things will just progress ‘naturally’. How different my experiences would have been had I understood more or had I been better equipped when things didn’t go as planned.
Born out of these ‘epiphanies’ rose my desire to collaborate with some amazingly nurturing women, Esther from The Inner Woman, Anneke from Pregnancy Care, and Dianne from DizBowen (whom I’ve had the pleasure of photographing with her beautiful family). On 20th June, we are running a free information session ‘How to Take the Fear Factor out of Birth’ for expecting mums. Attendees will learn about the birthing process, relaxation strategies, the benefits of pregnancy massage, a quick guide to baby massage, the importance of a breast feeding plan, and some easy tips to improving your home photography so you may capture all those amazing milestones after the birth!
Whether you are a new mum-to-be or a seasoned expecting mum, you will take away some insight that will support your new birth experience. There will also be gift bags and door prizes for private consultations, massages, & photography sessions because we really want you there!! :) And if you know someone who may benefit, please feel free to share.
When: Saturday 20th June, 2 – 4pm
Where: Japara Neighbourhood House, 54-58 Durham Rd, Kilsyth
Full details here. Places are limited. Bookings essential!
If have any questions for me or want to book with me directly, just call 0413 703 150 or email denh@denhlay.com
Whether you’re pregnant with your first, second or fifth, you can never be fully prepared for the miracle or the experience. It is neither an easy nor comfortable time but certainly a blessed one to be cherished. It was such a pleasure to enjoy some quiet time with this gorgeous mum to celebrate her second beautiful baby bump. And what a stunning, chilled out mum she is! Thank you for the privilege of capturing your family history. It has been a joy watching your family grow ♥♥
The year has escaped me and I cannot believe we are in mid July! Blog posts have been infrequent as I fly through this roller coaster year of learning and development. So much achieved with so much yet to be fulfilled! Always excited, always inspired. That is how I wish the rest of the year to be!
Here’s a collection of some of my favourite images of 2012 to date. I hope they reflect the joy I see in people and the absolute love I have for what I do.
… Ever grateful for all the support and encouragement I’m blessed to have in my life. x
My sis-in-law is expecting her 2nd baby. The extended family is a wee bit excited (!!), hence the rather large blog here :) I cannot wait to welcome another beautiful baby cousin to my girls. The 3yo in particular will want to put bubs in doll’s cot and sing her lullabies I’m sure! :)
Photographed in the lush surrounds of Kangaroo Grounds, these photographs reflect Kristy and Tobi’s nature loving, free spirited souls. They travelled the world then built their own camper van to enjoy life on the road. There’s been challenges, as there always are, but it’s how we embrace them with positivity and belief that gets us through. Enjoy your growing family and I hope Teesha-Lee and bubs gets to experience the world as you have. ♥
Meet my sweet friends Tony & May :) Always cheerful and always laughing! It was great catching up and sharing your happiness ♥
Looking forward to that imminent text or facebook announcement. Any day now, any day…. :)
How sweet are these two :) All relaxed and ready for their first little bubs, to be named…… as IF they’d tell me ;) Thank you for the opportunity to capture these special moments and I hope they make you smile :)
