MY APPRECIATION POST!!

My journey as a Birth Photographer has been an emotional and fulfilling one, and I would just like to give thanks to those who have been in support of my journey to date.

Thank you to all you beautiful Mummas out there who have given me the opportunity to be present during your birth journeys and to allow me to share your stories with everyone.

I love everything about being a Birth Photographer. I also understand that there is a bond one must have, a connection that ultimately defines whether it's meant to be. I have been so fortunate to have come across so many beautiful Mamas who have welcomed me. Thank you for valuing me as a person and my mahi as a Birth Photographer. I am blown away by it all and I will always be grateful for your support.

Your trust has allowed me to document your births so freely and with your blessing I have been able to share your stories more and more and it is this that has allowed me to continue.

I would also like to express my thanks to all the midwives and to those who have also welcomed me with open arms. I have learnt so much and I continue to learn as I go and I hope to be able to continue to work alongside you (without interfering that is). I often find myself in awe of your patience, your calm, your loyalty to your clients working around the clock and your genuine love for your what you do.

A big Fakaaue lahi to you Fifine Mao - Kel Spriggs for believing in my vision and for your support that has allowed me to continue to grow. I love everything you stand for and I love being apart of your beautiful mahi. Your kaupapa will always have a special place in heart.

Alys Brown (Baby Whisperer) and Ra Hohua , Nina, the knowledge and expertise you both share with all our beautiful Fifine/Wahine is invaluable. I have embraced all that you have shared and I thank you for your continued support.

To my all my friends & fanau, you all know who you are there are far too many of you to mention, but your continued faith in me has given me the courage to step outside what is considered the norm and to follow the many dreams that I have. I love each and everyone of you.

My final thoughts are with my wee tribe which I will share with them in person. But thank you thank you thank you from the bottom of my heart.

PHOTO: One of the many gifts I have received from all my beautiful Mamas. It's not something I'd ever expect but I am humbled and truely blessed.

Aue Tulou - Trina xxx

It's three months to the day and Super Mum Tash seems to be taking everything in her stride with her 2yr old Jacob & her twins Joseph & Oralee.

The cool thing about being a Birth Photographer is that every now and then I get to catch up and get my cuddles and see how they're doing. Tash brought the twins to see me for a lil catch up and boy they've grown.

This Mumma makes it look easy but is the first to admit that she's just taking it one day at a time. When I think back to having my kiddiwinks I don't remember being as organised. In fact I'm sure I had many melt downs as you do.

Here's her insight on motherhood to date. (Thanks for sharing Tash)

"I survived the first 12weeks as a twin mum ... Just a few things I wish I could go back and tell myself:

1. You will get out of your PJ's one day and leave the house again (cabin fever sucks).

2. They won't cluster feed forever and will stretch their feeds, which means you can squeeze in some time for yourself (like a long shower or bath)

3. The overwhelming visitors will stop (so will there food too)

4. You will learn to survive on broken sleep, your body will just adapt.

5. The first 12weeks are bloody tough, it probably be a big blur but the challenges will get easier and then one day you might be crazy enough to want to do it all again.

For any twin mamas who've just had their babies, you got this, sometimes things are easier for others sometimes they not, but we all survived"

Congratulations you beautiful Mumma & Happy 3 Months Joseph & Oralee xx

Check out the story via the link below. Waikato Times did a story on 'THE BIG LATCH ON' at the Fairfield Marae. With all the excitement I actually forgot my camera but Photographer Alvin Brown was there and as always took beautiful photos of some of the Mums that were there.

Such an awesome morning. I got to catch up with some of my clients and of course I was clucky and just went from baby to baby.