Childbirth photography FAQs
You’re almost becoming a parent. How can I help you?
1. What should we expect from a birth photographer?
I’m a professional childbirth photographer who believes in capturing only the best of my clients’ birth stories. I deliver respectful work to all my clients and believe that building a relationship with you from day one is how I learn who you are and how I want to record this amazing journey for you and your growing family. My number one responsibility is to capture your birth experience in a way that you will always look at your photographs and videos with joy.
2. How soon should I book you?
I always suggest making a booking as early as possible, and most of my clients contact me after their first trimester. A lot is going on when you are expecting your baby, and I think it is best to have your photographer booked and organised before the pregnancy progresses too far.
3. How many clients can you help per month?
I book two to three clients per month. Due to the unpredictable nature of birth, I make sure I give my clients the best service, and this is what works best at the moment.
4. How long have you been photographing births?
I have been specialising in birth photography since July 2016. I studied photography at Vega School in a full-time capacity in 2010 and have been exposed to many different markets until I found my passion within the birth photography industry. I have photographed over 35 births to date, and every birth story has a special place in my heart.
5. Are you a SABPA-registered birth photographer?
Yes! I am a fully registered SABPA photographer, which provides the hospitals with trust and confidence and ensures a painless process for your birthing hospital.
6. Have you photographed a variety of births?
I have experience with photographing a wide variety of births, including C-sections and natural birth, and no two births are similar. Birth is an extremely unpredictable adventure, and I prepare for every unique delivery.
7. When do you become part of the birthing process and how long do you stay after the delivery?
My ideal arrival time is about two hours before the delivery, but it can change, so it’s essential to keep in contact with moms from the moment they have their first contraction until they stop contacting me. This indicates that the contractions have increased and I will most likely get in contact with the dad or birthing partner and meet you at the hospital.
I stay approximately two hours after the delivery depending on how the parents feel and if I’m satisfied with the captured moments. I leave you to enjoy time with your little bundle of joy.
8. What happens if you miss the birth?
If for any reason, I miss photographing the delivery, I’ll assess the situation and schedule another shoot or stay longer at the hospital. I never want my clients to feel they missed out, and I make sure I capture as many photographs as I would have from the start.
9. Do you use a second photographer?
As a SABPA-registered and a responsible birth photographer, I’ll always make use of a second photographer, if required.
10. What’s your average turnaround time?
My average turnaround time is three to six weeks from your last shoot of your chosen package. I provide 3-5 edited images for you on the SAME day as your birth to share as you wish.
11. Do you offer any payment plans?
I offer all clients the option to pay over three to four months, depending on what works best for them. The first payment secures a spot in my diary. Due to limited space, I suggest securing your booking as soon as possible. The remainder of your payment is due before your due date or shortly thereafter.