When Chaya first reached out to me, she had her 10th anniversary in mind. But as we started talking, it became clear this was about so much more than a special occasion. She opened up about her journey with her body—how being on a health journey had sparked a deep desire to truly love herself, no matter what.
Her body had been through so much. She had given birth to four beautiful children, including a C-section, all while finishing up a demanding four-year nursing degree. While she was feeling vibrant and energized, she also craved seeing the beauty in every stage of her evolution and feeling more connected to her sensuality.
As Chaya began The Healing Boudoir Experience, I encouraged her to take herself on a date. At first, it all felt unfamiliar—carving out time just for herself, indulging in small pleasures, and eventually buying new lingerie for her session. But with every step, she started to awaken a part of herself she had been longing for. What began as a push outside her comfort zone soon blossomed into a beautiful journey of self-discovery. And by the time her session arrived, Chaya wasn’t just ready—she was brimming with excitement, fully open to embracing every moment.
There was a glow about her, a shift that went beyond the surface. The way she was beginning to see herself was felt in the room—grounded, confident, sensual, and innately worthy...
After the session, she said, “When it was over, I was on the biggest high. I never felt better. I never thought that would be so comfortable in my own body that I wouldn’t care less what I was or wasn’t wearing.
Working with Rebecca definitely made me feel more comfortable in my own body and loving what I see when I look in the mirror.”
She continued, “When I saw the final gallery for the first time, I was in shock. They came out amazing. I couldn’t believe it. It made me realize that I’m strong and sexy. I only wish I’d done it sooner… and I’d love to do it again.”
Kodak Film // Processed and scanned by Panda Labs
Makeup and hair by Beauty by Rhonda