Brittany Geisen
she/her
birth doula, birth photographer and filmmaker, IBCLC, postpartum doula, infant massage therapist
I’ve had a passion for photography ever since I was a little girl with a disposable camera. I started immersing myself in the birth space shortly after the birth of my first child. It was truly a life changing experience. I’ve held many titles surrounding birth such as, NICU and postpartum nurse, birth assistant at a local birth center, birth photographer, birth doula, and IBCLC. I love teaching small lactation/infant feeding classes virtually and in-person on an as needed basis. I’ve also volunteered photography sessions for NICU families and families experiencing the loss of a child.
My purpose as a photographer is simple. I want you and the people in your life to feel valued and loved. As a doula my goal is to support you and your family in ways that are meaningful to you. I’m a good listener and am perceptive to birthing family’s needs. As a lactation consultant, my goal is to meet you and your baby where you’re at and support your unique goals. I love providing in-home lactation/feeding support- it’s where you feel comfortable and where your physical and emotional supports are. I strive to help you feel confident feeding and caring for your baby.
When I’m not behind the camera/in the birth space, I’m most likely cuddling with my husband, two sons, and fur baby in our cute little South Minneapolis tudor home. My biggest love language is quality time. I thrive in community with others, especially others navigating parenthood. My physical happy place is anywhere near Lake Superior. My activity of choice is a good hike and deep conversation with people that are close to me.
Like each one of the other members of Gather Birth, I’m fully committed to a lifetime of learning and growth to ensure that my support is LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma informed and rooted in anti-racism.