Photography
Alexandra Beleche, The Essential Mama
Maternity, Birth, Newborn, & Family Photography
Placenta Encapsulation, Placenta Prints
theessentialmama.com
alexandra@theessentialmama.com
925.695.6048
I’m Alexandra Beleche of The Essential Mama. I am a birth and postpartum doula, placenta specialist, and photographer. I started my small photography business in 2017 and have been slowly expanding my experience. In 2018 I found that I can put my passion for photography and birth work together – capturing sweet and raw moments in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, newborn, and families. I love to work with ideas that my clients have and make each session perfect for each family!
Brenden Boggs Photography
www.brendenboggsphotography.com
info@brendenboggsphotography.com
169 Fountain Ave. Pacific Grove
Brenden Boggs Photography is a cozy portrait studio in Pacific Grove specializing in maternity, newborn, and family photography throughout the Monterey Bay area. With over a decade of experience, Brenden creates timeless, heartfelt portraits that celebrate the beauty of growing families. Brenden offers both studio newborn sessions — featuring beautifully styled setups, soft lighting, and curated props — and lifestyle newborn sessions captured in the comfort of your home or in the studio that focusing on genuine connection and emotion. Every session is guided by safety, comfort, and artistry, ensuring a calm and enjoyable experience for parents and babies alike. Brenden’s goal is to create photographs that feel both refined and deeply personal— the kind of images that will be treasured for generations.