Why Birth Photography?
When my first child was born in 2006 my husband snapped a few photos of me in labor and a few after my son was born, and I treasure these dearly.
When I became pregnant with my daughter in 2016 after a struggle with fertility and loss, I knew wanted professional newborn photography. In my search for a photographer I ended up being introduced to birth photography and I am forever grateful that it appeared in my life. Truly life changing.
Every year on my daughter’s birthday we get out the book of birth photos and we look and I am instantly transported to one of the very best days of my life. This book brings back all the feels. My daughter is almost 7 and she loves looking too - it’s become a ritual as she has grown. Someday the book will belong to her and I know she will treasure it always.
If you are considering birth photography but not sure if it’s for you, we get it. However, we are also birth photography’s biggest fans and supporters. We believe it is always a great idea! Here are a few thoughts around some common concerns:
I’m not sure if I want another person around when I am in such a vulnerable position.
As trained doulas and professional birth photographers, we are extremely intentional about the way we move around and communicate as we work, we have so much respect for your birth space.
We are there to support you, and a lot of the time you honestly may not even notice us - the work of bringing a baby into the world is challenging and often all consuming. I found that during my own labor I was barely aware of being photographed at all.
We have also all had our births documented, so we know first hand what this experience entails.
I’m not sure I want everything documented.
Your birth, your choice. We want to document your complete story, but respect your comfort levels and we make sure to find out what those are. We love documenting the way your partner supports you in labor, all the small details about the day and place that your child came into the world, and of course the very first moment you meet your baby because it is truly like no other moment ever.
Your photos belong to you. We never share any images without full consent and a signed model release.
It’s expensive.
Hiring a Professional Photographer for any occasion or life event is an investment. It’s art, it’s memories. It’s also a great thing to add to your baby registry! Believe me when I say you will never regret your investment in documenting the birth of your child.
My partner isn’t sure they want it.
Having your birth documented allows your partner the ability to focus on you and on their own experience of welcoming the baby. Being “in the moment” at the birth of your child is the only place you both should be. Allowing a professional to document these incredible moments for you is truly the best gift you can give to your future self and your children.
Any Other questions or Concerns?
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