Birth Stories
Serving Russellville, Arkansas & Beyond
There’s nothing more powerful than witnessing the purest form of love, especially when it’s captured in the intimate, unforgettable moments of your birth story.
You deserve to have birth images that make you feel how you felt the first time you held your precious baby. You need a photographer you can trust.
Your birth story will be beautiful and stress-free – because you found me.
Whether you’re giving birth at home, in a hospital, or in an operating room, I’m there to document every meaningful detail with care, compassion, and experience.
Arkansas Birth & Fresh 48 Photography & Video
Jill, an ICU nurse and birth photographer, brings her nurturing expertise to document your most cherished moments in Russellville, Arkansas and the surrounding areas.
“Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers…strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.”
— Barbara Katz Rothman
What to Expect
I capture every important moment: early labor, skin-to-skin, partner reactions, first latch, cord cutting, and newborn assessments, while you focus on what matters most.
Compassionate, Professional Support
As a nurse-turned-photographer, I understand medical environments and emotional nuance. You can count on me to be steady, present, and in sync with your birth team.Discreet, Documentary Coverage
No posing. No pressure. Just honest, emotive storytelling that captures the full arc of your labor and delivery without intrusion.Seamless Coordination
I communicate clearly with your care providers and work around your comfort level to preserve moments without disrupting them.
your birth story,
beautifully told.
Pre-Birth Consultation
We’ll meet virtually or in person to connect, talk about your birth plan, answer questions, and make sure you feel safe and supported.
On-Call Coverage
Starting at 36-38 weeks, I’m available 24/7. I’ll arrive during active labor and stay until 1–2 hours after delivery.
Story Delivery
Receive a beautifully edited, high-resolution gallery of your full birth story within 2 weeks. Heirloom albums and print collections are available to complete the experience.
Real Words from Real Families
“You had us in complete tears!!!! Our birth pictures are so magical. We are still talking about how amazing you are!
Thank you for making our daughter’s birth so special, Jill!”
~ Gillian N.
“Jill!! We absolutely love our birth story gallery! Thank you soo much for capturing the birth of our baby boy. We will cherish these forever.”
~ Miriam M.
services & pricing
I’m honored to be considered as your birth or Fresh 48 photographer, capturing the emotional arrival of your little one after such a long & powerful journey. These memories are preserved in any setting: home, hospital, operating room, or birthing center.
Travel is included for births in Russellville, Fort Smith, Little Rock, Fayetteville, Springdale & surrounding areas.
Includes consultation, on-call at ~36-38 weeks, travel, documentation up to 2 hours after birth, 3 announcement photos after 48 hours, 100-200+ full-resolution digital images, a custom birth video, 15 thick keepsake prints, box, and USB.
Delivery: Hand-edited images via private online gallery within 14 business days.
Product/Print add-ons available at a discounted rate.
Bundle Discount: $300 off with a Maternity or Newborn Session.
Retainer of $695 due at booking, remainder at 37 weeks. Payment plans available.
Includes consultation, on-call at ~36-38 weeks, travel, documentation up to 1 hour after birth, 50-75+ full-resolution digital images.
Delivery: Hand-edited images via private online gallery within 14 business days.
Product/Print add-ons available at a discounted rate.
Bundle Discount: $200 off with a Maternity or Newborn Session.
Retainer of $695 due at booking, remainder at 37 weeks. Payment plans available.
Includes consultation, on-call at ~36-38 weeks, travel, up to 2 hours documentary-style coverage at birth location or client’s home, 3 announcement photos after 48 hours, 40 full-resolution digital images, 8 thick keepsake prints, box, and USB.
Delivery: Hand-edited images via private online gallery within 14 business days.
Product/Print add-ons available at a discounted rate.
Bundle Discount: $150 off with a Maternity or Newborn Session.
Retainer of $395 due at booking, remainder at 37 weeks. Payment plans available.
Heirloom Albums & Wall Art
Handcrafted albums, custom framing, and mounted wall prints are available.
Preserve your baby’s birth story as generational art.
Fill out the contact form below to reserve your due date & I’ll respond within 24 hours.
