Childbirth represents one of the greatest—and most rewarding—challenges that a human can endure. Every year, the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP) celebrate this poignant experience with their annual birth photography contest. As an online community of over 1,200 members in 42 countries, they host the Image Competition in an effort to “share the beauty of birth with the world.”
The winners were recently announced, and within the scope of the
competition, history was made. In 2016, photographer Marijke Thoen
Geboortefotografie won the grand prize for her image of a water birth.
“The beautiful baby in that photo is now a big sister,” the competition
explains, “and [Geboortefotografie] has won the competition with an
image featuring the adorable siblings!”
In addition to Geboortefotografie’s awe-inspiring photograph, IAPBP
has selected winners in categories including Labor, Delivery,
Postpartum, and Birth Details, as well as the top portraits chosen by
its members. Each image represents its own incredible journey and is a
testament to just how amazing our bodies are. See the artful birth
photos below.
Each year, the International Association of Professional Birth
Photographers hosts an Image Competition featuring the best in birth
photography.
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| “En Caul Baby Birth,” Best in Category: Delivery, Photo: Daniela Justus |
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| Flesh of My Flesh,” Best in Category: Postpartum, Photo: Esther Edith |
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| “Birth of a Brother,” Best In Category: Birth Details, Photo: Daniela Justus |
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| “Three Become Four,” Members Choice Winner, Photo: Esther Edith |
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| “Take My Hand, Hold My Heart,” Members Choice Best in Category: Postpartum, Photo: Tamara Milldove |
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| “Birthing Waves,” Honorable Mention, Photo: Robin Baker |
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| “A Physiological Third Stage,” Honorable Mention, Photo: Paige Driscoll |
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