Recently I did a styled session for a doula, Amanda, here on island and we got to talking about my photography future once I get back stateside. I told her that I was interested in birth photography and how amazing it would be to capture those moments for parents so they can concentrate on a healthy and happy labor/delivery. She mentioned a few photographers that specialize in that area of photography and sure enough more chills. So after a few messages back and fourth I told her that if any of her clients wanted birth photos let me know and we can set something up. No more than about a week later I was called up and one of her clients was in the early stages of labor and she was game for having me there to take photos.
At 11PM I arrived at Erin's house and meet her and her husband for the first time. I sat down, made sure I stayed out of the way and started firing away. After two clicks I was hooked. The love between Erin and her husband was unreal and her belly was perfect. Once 130AM came around it was time to pack up and head to the hospital. The adrenaline that took over was crazy and unexpected. I was prepared to just be a zombie once 2AM hit since I am so not a night owl. At about 5AM Erin ended up giving birth to a 9lb'er baby boy, Caleb Jett.
It was truly an amazing experience that I will remember forever. Both Erin and Amanda have given me the confidence to take birth photography by the horns and run with it. I loved every minute of it right down to the viewing of the photos 3 days later and watching Erin's face light up as she relived that moment in her life.
Congratulations Erin and Caleb and happy birthday, baby Jett!
