“I’m absolutely blown away to be named Birth Photographer of the Year. It’s a huge honor, and I’ve got so many people I’d like to thank!” said Natalie in a video statement to the judging committee.

Here’s a list of outdoor photo locations I’ve prepared for my clients to help decide where they’d like to have their family photos, maternity photos, 6 month or 12 month milestone photos. Some of the locations near the end have an additional travel fee due to the distance and hike in/out time involved. Looking for […]

Here’s a list of indoor photo locations I’ve prepared for my clients to help decide where they’d like to have their family photos, newborn photos, maternity photos, 6 month or 12 month milestone photos. Worried about the cold in the winter months? Or the rainy fall and spring months of Oregon? Going for an indoor […]

Get out of fear and have the birth of your wildest dreams. Why is it that some people’s labor progresses so much faster and easier while others are long, drawn out, and terribly painful? How are birthing people and mothers having such wildly different experiences of birth from person to person? The answer lies in understanding our nervous systems and how it affects labor and birth.

On March 23rd 2024, Natalie was awarded Best Documentary in Labor, Silver, and Top 20% for four images in the 2024 IAPBP Image Competition.

My name is Jen and this is my second birth story, a triumphant and ecstatic homebirth VBAC! Baby Trevor was born at home in September, weighing 7 lbs 7 oz (same as his brother and same as me) and 20 inches long. Watch: Story Edit (5 mins) Watch: Documentary (36 mins) Setting the scene It […]

Everyday Birth Birth Fall/Winter 2023 Birth Photography Contest recognizes Natalie Broders for four images.

Wondering what you should ask when interviewing multiple birth doulas? Here’s a list of questions to consider when searching for the right birth doula for you.

Natalie Broders received multiple awards in 2023 SHINE Photo Awards. GOLD: Let Me Look At Her, Birth Category GOLD: The Lovers After, Birth Category SILVER: The Family Bed, Birth Category SILVER: Exhale, Birth Category BRONZE: A Wash of Wonder, Birth Category BRONZE: Moon Of My Life, Maternity Category Thank you to the families for allowing […]

Portland Birth Photographer Natalie Broders Awarded Gold, 1st Place in the Birth Becomes You Image Showcase 2023 for her photo titled “The Lovers After” in the category Story In One Image.