I am completely and utterly in love with Birth Photography
Why Hire a Birth Photographer?
Besides your wedding day, the birth of your child is one of the most important days of your Life. Hiring a birth photographer frees up your partner or other support persons and ensures you get those memorable moments images captured (with your partner in them – which cannot happen if he is behind the lens.) Without a birth photographer, you may be left with just a few snapshot of the baby after delivery. I will help you to capture the amazing labor process and the incredible birth miracle.
About Birth Photography
Birth and labor are very unpredictable. These are not typical portrait sessions; the lighting is usually dim and it’s difficult to plan what’s going to happen. I will shoot glimpses of your labor and birth unfolding naturally in a photo-journal style. I will be sensitive to your needs as a laboring woman; I understand my role to document quietly and unobtrusively. I have been told they forgot I was even there! Being on both sides of the birth process, I also understand which special moments you may want.
Birth Photography (3-8 Hours)
- We will discuss what to expect, what moments you wish captured, etc. We can also get to know each other before labor so that I am not a stranger at your birth.
- On-call 24/7 for 2 weeks before and after your due date (until the birth)
- Includes coverage of labor (starting around active labor 5-10cm) and birth up to 2 hours afterward
- 30-60 full resolution-edited images in a mix of black & white and color on disc also including original images with printing rights
- All Web-sized watermarked images you may share online
Frequently Asked Questions about Birth Photography
How many images will I receive?
Each birth experience is unique and different. A longer labor and delivery will result in more images. On average, you will receive about 60-100 original images and 30-60 full resolution-edited images in a mix of black & white and color, but this varies due to the uniqueness of each birth experience. Most of the images may be in black and white and a few in color.
When do you arrive for the birth and how long will you stay?
I come to your birth during active labor (usually around 5cm) and will stay up to 2 hours afterward.
Will photographs from my birth be posted on your website?
Yes, I do post images from the births on my website and Facebook page. However, you will be able to view your images before any of them are shared and let me know if there are any that you deem unsuitable for me to share. Only the last names of the baby will be shared on the website.
What if you don’t end up making it to my birth?
If I miss your birth due to my error (ie: due to illness, attending another birth, unforeseen emergency), you will receive a refund .If I miss your birth because it was too fast or you did not call me in time, there is no refund and you will receive a Fresh 48 session instead.
How long will it take to receive the images?
You may expect your images in approximately 2-4 weeks, depending on my schedule.
I am concerned about “private shots”; I don’t want just a lot of graphic pictures!
Not to worry! During our prenatal meeting, we will discuss what you would like photographed and what you do not. Some women want pictures of the baby coming out, others do not. Your comfort is my top priority, so I will photograph as much or as little as you desire.
What if I have a C-Section? Can I still have a birth photographer?
If you are having a planned Cesarean birth, you will want to ask your doctor beforehand if they will allow a photographer in the operating room with you along with any other support persons you have. Many doctors do allow this! If your cesarean is unplanned, you may still ask, but it may be unlikely a photographer can go in with you. However, there are still plenty of beautiful moments to capture after the birth! I am more than happy to stay at the hospital to document those first few moments in the postpartum room, or I can come back later to photograph those sweet bonding times with your newborn.
79 Palms Studio 