The Best Birth Podcast Episode 15 - Through the Lens of Birth Photographer Julie Francom - The Art of Capturing Life’s First Moments
INTERVIEW OVERVIEW
Julie Francom, a birth photographer, discusses the power of photography in preparing for and processing birth. She shares her journey into birth photography and the importance of capturing empowering moments during labor. Julie highlights the strength and resilience she has witnessed in birthing women and the impact of documenting those moments. She emphasizes the value of birth photography in helping women prepare mentally for birth and process their birth experiences. Julie also provides tips for capturing birth memories, even without a professional photographer, and encourages women to educate themselves about their birth options.
TAKEAWAYS
Birth photography can help women prepare mentally for birth and process their birth experiences.
Capturing empowering moments during labor can provide a sense of strength and resilience.
Even without a professional photographer, it is important to document birth memories.
Educating oneself about birth options is crucial for making informed decisions.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Birth photos and video are more important than wedding photos and video.
Birth is about struggle, but struggle is how you get to be strong.
By hiring a birth photographer, it shifts your mindset into thinking about how you really want your birth to go and look and feel.
CHAPTERS
00:00Introduction to Julie Francom and Birth Photography
04:42The Pros of Having a Birth Photographer
08:53Capturing Empowering Moments in Birth
29:58Documenting Birth Memories
35:19Educating Yourself about Birth Options
TALKING POINTS
birth photography, preparing for birth, processing birth, strength in birth, birth memories
RESOURCES
Child Whisperer - Carol Tuttle Fun loving, Sensitive, Determined, More Serious
“When you understand your child’s energy type, you can tailor your parenting to meet their needs and strengths, creating a harmonious and supportive environment.”
JULIE'S WINNING PHOTOGRAPH
Julie Francom
Julie is a birth photographer, and videographer. She is a ride-or-die hype girl and LOVES capturing laughter and connections between people. More than that, her favorite is capturing women in empowering ways, whether at a birth, boudoir, shower session, or even headshots. She often edits photos while listening to musical soundtracks; Hamilton and Newsies are her current faves! She is a reality TV junkie, addicted to caffeine, and doesn't do anything productive until it is after 10:00AM. Her core values are honesty, loyalty, and integrity and she is above all fiercely loyal to those in her circle.
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