What little things documentaries offers
Baby videos
Here are examples of videos we offer.
Getting ready for the arrival of a child is no small feat, whether you're a birth parent, adopting, or any other situation where you're welcoming a new little person into your home. Prices start at $900.
Welcoming a child is such an emotional experience. These films capture the first days/weeks/months of a baby--the first bath, the first afternoon as a family, the first special occasion. Prices start at $900.
First steps, first words, there are so many firsts in a baby's first year. Catch those moments with a special video package of several filming sessions done throughout the first year of a baby's life. Prices start at $1100.
Family films
Catch the wonder in their eye as they discover the world. Whether they're turning one, five, or 15, this film will give you a snapshot of the good old days, now. Prices start at $900.
Capture one of the sweetest and most emotional time of your life: The arrival of a child. In this package, you'll get one "Waiting for baby" video and one "Welcoming baby" video. Prices start at $1,700.
Have a family recipe you want to keep? Want to interview your grandparents about your family history? Or make a special occasion video? Get in touch and let us know what you're looking for. Prices start at $1100.
Prices are subject to change.
About little things documentaries
My name is Hélène Goupil. I'm a journalist and videographer in San Francisco. I've managed news websites, taught video at U.C. Berkeley and wrote a book on San Francisco. In short, I like telling people's stories.
I started filming to show my first child what it was like to wait for her, but also for myself. I wanted to remember what I was
My name is Hélène Goupil. I'm a journalist and videographer in San Francisco. I've managed news websites, taught video at U.C. Berkeley and wrote a book on San Francisco. In short, I like telling people's stories.
I started filming to show my first child what it was like to wait for her, but also for myself. I wanted to remember what I was feeling preparing for this big change in my life. Then, I wanted to keep documenting moments in her life, in our family life, and then my son's life.
I’ve now gone on to shoot and edit videos for others. Whether it’s waiting for a baby, wanting to preserve your family history, or just enjoying the little things, I capture intimate and authentic family moments on video so you can hold onto memories.
Real life isn't perfect (my life is far from it!) but it's still worth capturing. I want
I’ve now gone on to shoot and edit videos for others. Whether it’s waiting for a baby, wanting to preserve your family history, or just enjoying the little things, I capture intimate and authentic family moments on video so you can hold onto memories.
Real life isn't perfect (my life is far from it!) but it's still worth capturing. I want to catch the look on a dad's face that makes a child laugh, a kid sneaking a lick of the spoon, or the excitement of waiting to be discovered when a kid has found the perfect hiding spot.
Reviews
Waiting for baby video
"What you get with the 'Waiting for Baby' video is a memory of the mundane beauty of everyday life. You may not be dressed up or have your hair done. Your house might not be perfectly cleaned and your kids might say and do things that surprise you. But that's reality and it's a wonderful and beautiful thing. It's something I'll treasure forever." --Cate, San Francisco
Childhood video
"I love it so much. I was surprised by how much it really captured a sense of us in that moment. It's more evocative than a photo album. It's a snapshot that is easily shareable....Helene has a way of making you and your kids feel comfortable, like she is there with you but not so much as to be intrusive. "--Mary, Connecticut
Childhood video
" I loved it! Really well done. Music was a great fit...Helene does a great job not intruding on your daily routine to capture special moments."--Shane, Connecticut