Introducing Brodey | Maine Birth Photographer

     For the past two years I have dabbled in all areas of photography. On-location and in-studio. Everything from maternity, newborns, children, high school seniors, families, pets, boudoir, engagements, weddings, etc. Over the past two years I have discovered who I am as a photographer and where I want to be in the next 5-10 years. I have found my own unique style and continue to develop it everyday. I have paid close attention to the details and how each session made me feel. I have been looking to see where my heart is in my work. Though I thoroughly enjoy all aspects of my job and my art, I have gravitated to specific areas. For the most part...on-location sessions of babies, children and families have always been my favorite though I enjoy photographing everything. Sunday, I added a new favorite...Birth Stories. 

     Sunday I had the pleasure...no, no...the honor of photographing a birth for the first time. I have been waiting so patiently for the opportunity and it finally came. It was completely worth the wait! I have known Sheri for almost a decade. I've watched her graduate high school, become a beautiful young lady and more importantly, an amazing mom to not one...but two handsome boys! Sunday, I was there to document the story of Brodey. A story with 193 beautiful black & white photos. A story that can be cherished, remembered and passed on as a family heirloom. I knew it was going to be a tear jerker, but the words to describe what happened are indescribable...so perhaps showing you what happened is best (and no worries...the images I included do not show anything "personal")...

The hospital and her birthing room.

Getting an overview of being induced and getting her IV

Keeping an eye on the monitors for progress and filling out paperwork

Having fun updating everyone, getting gifts and eating yummy food

Getting an ultra sound and checking the progress

Having a video chat with her boy at home and patiently waiting

Asking lots of questions about an epideral and then getting one

Preparing the room for Brodey's arrival

After 30 seconds and 3 pushes...Brodey makes his appearance

Getting measured and weighed

Getting his first bath

Getting ready to be held by mommy for the first time

Bonding with mommy and getting lots of loves and kisses

Brodey is held by Robin as mommy snuggles with her other baby boy Braedyn

Introducing Braedyn to his little brother

Getting ready to move in to the overnight room with the help of Lindsey

     As I mentioned, there are really no words that could express the pure emotion behind every photo I took. All of the little details...all the big moments. All I can say is that it is something I will never ever forget and I wait patiently for the next opportunity to be a part of something so utterly amazing!