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Here are our top 7 reasons for commissioning a birth photographer…
1. There is a lot happening during labour and birth and most labouring Moms are inwardly focused during this time. She has a big job to do. The photographs from the birth help the birthing Mom to see the details, the support offered as well as even her own strength and courage. She will most likely not be aware of her surroundings at the time.
2. When having a baby, you choose a birth partner to be present with you and for you. Having a professional birth photographer there allows your partner to do just that, and not be distracted by taking photos.
3. Births typically take place in an environment with low light. Your professional your birth photographer will have the equipment and experience to take beautiful photos in this tricky lighting situation.
4. Another place where experience really counts is that your birth photographer will have a good idea of how events during a birth are likely to unfold. This means that they are more ready to get those ‘once in a lifetime’ shots that are so special.
5. Let’s be honest. Birth is visceral. A birth photographer works hard to make sure that your photos are a tasteful reflection of the birth with as much modesty as you require.
6. A difficult birth can be very traumatic. Seeing what happened from a different and perhaps more objective viewpoint has been very helpful in assisting with healing and acceptance after a traumatic birth experiences.
7. After giving birth your primary focus is your little one. There is a lot going on and life as you knew it has changed and become fuller in every way including your time. It’s definitely more limited. It’s a huge benefit having someone else take care of putting together your beautiful birth story for you so that you don’t land up with photos on different devices, which are probably not backed up and will most likely never be compiled into one succinct and easy to access memory for you to revisit... show more again and again. With a box of tissues most likely.
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1. There is a lot happening during labour and birth and most labouring Moms are inwardly focused during this time. She has a big job to do. The photographs from the birth help the birthing Mom to see the details, the support offered as well as even her own strength and courage. She will most likely not be aware of her surroundings at the time.
2. When having a baby, you choose a birth partner to be present with you and for you. Having a professional birth photographer there allows your partner to do just that, and not be distracted by taking photos.
3. Births typically take place in an environment with low light. Your professional your birth photographer will have the equipment and experience to take beautiful photos in this tricky lighting situation.
4. Another place where experience really counts is that your birth photographer will have a good idea of how events during a birth are likely to unfold. This means that they are more ready to get those ‘once in a lifetime’ shots that are so special.
5. Let’s be honest. Birth is visceral. A birth photographer works hard to make sure that your photos are a tasteful reflection of the birth with as much modesty as you require.
6. A difficult birth can be very traumatic. Seeing what happened from a different and perhaps more objective viewpoint has been very helpful in assisting with healing and acceptance after a traumatic birth experiences.
7. After giving birth your primary focus is your little one. There is a lot going on and life as you knew it has changed and become fuller in every way including your time. It’s definitely more limited. It’s a huge benefit having someone else take care of putting together your beautiful birth story for you so that you don’t land up with photos on different devices, which are probably not backed up and will most likely never be compiled into one succinct and easy to access memory for you to revisit... show more again and again. With a box of tissues most likely.
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October 18, 2017
Anriette K. asked:Good day I am a photographer and I am looking to do birth photography as well. Are there any photographers that have done it that I can speak to about it. Thank you!Lerissa K. replied:Hey there! I am a birth photographer on my way to a twin birth as we speak! lol - please feel free to contact me.. there is a few guidelines you do need to know before photographing a birth! (Most incredible experience) - alternatively check our page and site.. https://www.facebook.com/280219279057802 Gauteng Association of Birth Photographers or www.gabp.co.za
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