The Birth of Cordelia {St. Petersburg Birth Photography- Bayfront Baby Place

I was really excited to work with this sweet couple. They were referred by a previous client, so I knew they must be fantastic! She was seeking doula and photography.  Wonderful! They were planning to birth their first daughter at Bayfront Baby Place in St. Petersburg.

I have only attended transfers and cesereans to this point there, so I wasn't sure what to expect as far as limitation with photography (a common issue we have to face when shooting in hospital- we always need to be respectful of the hospital policies so we can continue to serve our area). But I found them to be over all quite agreeable, and had just as few rules, otherwise I was able to capture their big day! Yay!

So the time had come........ it was the day their daughter would be born. Her name kept a secret up to this point, their family and friends could hardly contain their excitement. This birth room was kept calm, yet joyful. There were words read from scripture, prayers said over mom and baby, and a whole lotta love between this sweet couple. 

Ive seen my share of births, Ive seen the fast and slow, the simple and complicated. Ive always considered the ideal birth to be one that isn't too fast or slow. No complications, and the mom feel supported, heard, and her wishes respected.  This birth mostly went that way. Just a nice, easy birth over all.  A beautiful thing.

Here are a few images the mom has given me permission to share.