terilyn lemaire
birth pricing
+ packages
birth photography isn't just about the moment of birth, it is about the emotions and the small details that may otherwise be forgotten.
as a dona-trained and certified birth (and postpartum) doula and Lamaze childbirth educator, i can not only capture your labour and birth with calm sensitivity and compassion, i can offer education, emotional and physical support throughout your pregnancy, labour and birth.
here for you every step of the way
i am your best friend in childbirth and, like any good best friend, i have your back when you're in the thick of it. ​there are a lot of opinions about your body, how you should give birth and what kind of parent you should be. i promise zero judgement so you can find and settle into what works best for you. your body, your baby, your choices. it's that simple.​
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i can educate and empower you, help you sort through the noise and focus on what is important to you. i can teach you how to honour your instincts, define your wants and needs and - best of all - enable you to make informed, empowered decisions through evidence-based education and unwavering support.
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i can peacefully and respectfully capture the beauty and joy of your new little person making their way into the world. i will be there for those foundational moments as you meet one another for the first time. ​
“thank you for being there. i don't know if i could have done it without you”
tia and justin, 2019
the packages
photography + birth doula
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two in-person meetings during pregnancy to connect and discuss your birth plans. i want to know about your hopes, your priorities, & your concerns. this will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another and build trust & connection, and for me to offer any wanted education and/or advice
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as-needed support via phone and email throughout your pregnancy and early postpartum. you’re welcome to pick my brain on anything that comes up for you, and if i don’t have answers i will help you find the information
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attendance at your birth from active labour (5cm dilation) and 90 minutes after birth. i provide emotional and physical support as needed - including tips on managing pain, massage, breath work, reminding you of your power, facilitating baby positioning exercises, and navigating your birth choices. (and so much more)
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professional birth photography - depending on how much you want documented, and how involved i am with physical support. i can capture enough photos to honour your birth experience, including labour, birth and baby's first moments. photos are individually edited and provided via an online gallery
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one postpartum visit after your baby is earth-side to debrief your birth experience and direct you to any further services & resources that you may need.
on-call birth photography
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one in-person pre-birth consultation to discuss your birth plans, and the details and logistics of birth photography
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i'll be on call (24 hours a day!) from 38 weeks until the birth of your baby. if you have chosen a scheduled cesarean section, i will arrive at the hospital when you do
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unconditional love and support as needed at your birth
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digital sneak peek images within three days
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online gallery of all individually edited, digital high resolution images.
doula support and lamaze childbirth education
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three in-person meetings during pregnancy to connect and discuss your birth plans. i want to know about your hopes, your priorities and your concerns. this will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another and build trust & connection, and for me to offer any wanted/needed education and/or advice. during these meetings, I will answer questions, help you determine you birth plan, and together we will practice support positions and relaxation techniques
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as-needed support via phone, zoom and email throughout your pregnancy and early postpartum. you’re welcome to pick my brain on anything that comes up for you, and, if i don’t have answers, i will help you find the information
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attendance at your birth from active labour (5-6cm dilation) and 90 minutes after birth. i provide emotional and physical support as needed - including tips on managing pain, massage, breath work, facilitating baby positioning exercises, and navigating your birth choices (and so much more). i can assist with latching (if you choose to breastfeed)
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one postpartum visit after your baby is earth-side to debrief your birth experience, offer breastfeeding and sleep support and direct you to any further services and resources that you may need
next steps
“terilyn is so smart and calm and wonderful. she taught me and my partner so much, supported us when we needed it most and took beautiful photos that we will cherish forever"
alice and paul, 2022
let's chat
i’d love meet you to hear more about you, your family, your birth and how i can best support you. i’m based in dubai, where I’m happy to meet to discuss your plans. if you’re further afield, we have the wonders of zoom, which we all know so well now.
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send me a message using the form below to check my availability!