My darling friend, Ann, invited me to document her birth days after finding out she was pregnant with her second baby. I’ve been counting down the months, weeks, days ever since. Births are right up there in my book. It’s a glimpse of heaven on earth, a miracle we are allowed to witness. People ask me if it’s gross. I’m always taken aback, because it’s anything but gross- it’s beautiful. Time stands still in those moments. Watching a woman work through labor, the intensity and focus, determination and courage, leaves me breathless and inspired. Ann was incredible. Her strength, mental and physical, is crazy awesome.
A million thank you’s, Ann and JP. I feel so honored to have been there through the whole night. Emma is blessed to have you as parents.
You can read more of Baby Emma’s birth story over at Ann’s blog.