Friday Finds: decolonizing your bookshelf, Black joy, plus-size babywearing, and more!
Links! Links! Links! As I gear up for being on call again after a pandemic-induced break, I find myself reflecting back on the births I’ve had the honor of attending since November 5th, 2016, when I documented my first birth. Some births stand out more than others, and I’m so glad I have a physical record of many of the incredible births I’ve witnessed. Birth photography truly is a gift, not only for the families who choose to immortalize their once-in-a-lifetime moments but for me, too. I feel so privileged to be able to do this work. <3
Have you thought about decolonizing your cookbooks? Edna Lewis is renowned for her traditional Southern cooking that focused on seasonality and using fresh locally grown produce. Start with “The Taste of Country Cooking” and then read “In Pursuit of Flavor”.
Our collection of images from Black births, and a way for you to give back
Roots, one of our favorite local birth centers, recently announced a new staff member!
Are you familiar with the Gee’s Bend Quilters? They’re featured on Etsy this month!
“She argues there is another form of work that has been historically overlooked and uncounted: community activism by Black and other marginalized women.”
Movies about Black joy instead of Black trauma
Have you subscribed to Kaytee’s YouTube channel? She’s an expert in all things babywearing, and she’s also working hard to buy a house for her family this year. You can help!
Confronting the failure of miscarriage as a trans man
Twin Cities locals might be interested in this new postpartum meal service! Alexia is a fantastic doula, childbirth educator, and lactation specialist, and we’re excited to see her begin this new phase of her career!