Winners Of 2017’s Best Birth Photo Contest Will Take Your Breath Away (NSFW)
The International Association of Professional Birth Photographers has announced the winners of their 2017 contest, and the photos they chose show the struggles mothers go through to bring new life into the world, and the sheer joy that follows.
Each photo tells a story of pain, perseverance, and finally, relief. They document a baby’s first moments of life, and a family’s first moments of unity.
Many of the photos below are intense and graphic, so reader discretion is advised. They are all, however, powerful in their own unique ways.
More info: IAPBB ( h/t )

#3 I’ve Been Waiting For You

#4 Falling In Love All Over Again

#5 That First Gaze

#7 Skin To Skin Today. Heart To Heart Always

#8 Are You My Mama?

#9 First Place Winner. Road To Deliverance

#10 Freshly Squeezed

#11 The End: A New Beginning

#12 Honorable Mentions. Approaching Life

You’ve seen the best shots, now take a look at the funny newborn photo shoot fails .

Andrius
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