I can go on for hours about the mom you are about to meet. I will refrain, though. This baby boy was welcomed into the world with a lot of love. Mom, Dad, Big Sister, Big Brother, two grandmothers and a grandfather were all there anxiously awaiting his arrival. It is so neat to see what reactions you get out of the family members. Personally, I tear up every time (no joke, every time) I hear the baby cry for the first time. For others, the tears come when they get their first up close and personal moment with the newbie. For this mom, the tears began to come when her other two children got to meet their new brother for the first time.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day! You are truly blessed!

Before I share the slideshow, I wanted to share my favorite picture from the day. I love capturing moms (whether during birth sessions or regular sessions) showing true contentment with their life. This picture bursts with it.

One last note before sharing this video… As a surprise to Mom and Dad, their doctor asked at the start of the laboring process if Dad was going to suit up and help deliver the baby. Had he been the only one in charge of photographing this birth, he would have had to make a tough decision… Take advantage of helping to deliver the baby OR photograph it. Which would you choose?

Okay, without any further ado. Welcome Kyle Joseph!

Date: March 3, 2011

Time: 12:35 pm

Hospital: Memorial City Memorial Hermann Hospital

OB: Dr. Fogiel

Weight: 8 lbs 12 oz

Length: 20.5 inches

What does birth photography do for you? Why would anyone let a perfect stranger into one of the most personal and messiest moments of you life? Please email me at info@stephanieshirley.com to get answers as well as find out what specials I am offering for women with due dates no later than August 2011.

Hear what other moms have to say about their birth sessions:

“Stephanie,

This is too long in coming, but I wanted to thank you so very much for taking time out of your schedule to participate in one of the most special events our family has shared together, the birth of our second son Luke Garrett Schubring.  To have a record of events and photographs recording the progress of that day is truly a gift!  Your sincerity, support, professionalism, and attention to detail is unmatched and I couldn’t have chosen a better person to share and capture that amazing day with (except my husband of course – who was too busy holding my hand to focus on anything else J).  Thank you again, and we look forward to having you photograph our family again as we grow.

With Love,

The Schubring Family (Scott, Lynda, Jake, and Luke)”

“I can’t tell you enough how wonderful it was to have someone there in the delivery room to capture all the special moments you are not able to concentrate on.  It was so nice not to have to tell my husband over and over to grab the camera and take a pic as I am stuck in bed.  He was able to just relax and enjoy the process along with getting to hold our precious little girl and enjoy her without having to take pictures. I know some people are a little apprehensive about labor and delivery photos, but Stephanie is a very tasteful and talented photographer.  She definitely knows what she is doing.  Thank-you so much, we will treasure these forever!”