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Hi! I'm Alyssa - mother of three, birth photographer, plant lover, born in the 90's, and a Michigan girl at heart. Being raised and lived in northern MI my whole life, I've always been drawn to nature, simplicity, and the beauty of life in its most natural forms - including birth. I've been deeply passionate about all things birth from a very young age of around eight. When my friends would be watching the Disney channel, I preferred the birth stories on TLC. As a mother myself, I know just how sacred the first moments are. I've experienced both a hospital birth and two home births, so I bring a personal understanding, & respect into every birth space I'm invited into. All of my birth experiences greatly shaped the way I see birth - real, raw, & beautiful. When I'm not behind my camera or chasing children, you'll likely find me tending to my houseplants, or soaking in the northern air I'll always call home. My heart is rooted in honoring the beauty of each unique birth story, and the incredible strength of women on their journeys into motherhood - I look forward to getting to know you!
My business name, With Grace, is a tribute to my great-grandmother, Grace. Though I never had the chance to meet her, as she passed at the age of 83 the year before I was born - I've often felt as there is some sort of a connection between us and I have always admired her strength and legacy. She birthed all eleven of her babies at home from 1933 to 1954 - many moons ago. Ten girls, and only one boy! They lived in the country and she was a true farm wife. From gardening, to canning food, to sewing handmade clothes for her children, it was known she didn't sleep much. She often went to neighbors homes to assist in the delivery of other babies too. Along with gardening and canning, she also loved birds and flowers. Her story has always inspired me deeply - a quiet but powerful reminder of where I come from and why this work matters so much to me. So with her in mind, and what feels guided by her in a way, I approach my work With Grace.
 
 
 
 
 
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