Elk Grove Birth Photography | Gemma’s Heartwarming Story

Elk Grove Birth Photography

As an Elk Grove Birth Photography business, I am sharing my first ever Birth session. This birth story has opened a brand new door for my creativity. The excitement has not worn off yet. I received a text at 3:00 PM on Friday after a long week of uncertainty,  I was worried I might sleep through the big moment, although I think most birth photographers feel that way. This was the first birth I ever photographed. As a result, I felt incredibly lucky that this beautiful family chose me. I cannot describe the love and devotion in that room. Instead, I watched Jason support Sarah as she worked hard to bring their baby earthside.

Only dad and the big brother knew the sex of the baby. Initially, the big brother hilariously told everyone it was a boy instead of a baby girl. He watched his mother give birth to his new sister and saw firsthand how strong she is. Sarah finally took a peek. Ultimately, she felt elation when she realized she had a baby girl.

Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments

Documenting Your Story with Elk Grove Birth Photography

Elk Grove birth photography captures a quiet, powerful strength. I aim to document the real experience of your delivery. I look for the morning light, a partner’s supportive hand, and that first breath. These moments happen quickly. A documentary record gives you a permanent gift to keep forever. Like Sarah’s beautiful maternity session being such a gift forever.

Planning a home birth or a hospital delivery? Documenting these unscripted moments helps you stay present in the emotion of the day. You can see more of my documentary style on my Chicago birth photographer landing page. I share more about my philosophy on capturing these milestones there. Welcome, baby Gemma. She was nearly ten pounds of perfection and is already so loved. Take a peek at her gallery below. Whether you are planning a home birth or delivering at a local hospital like Alexian Brothers Medical Center, having those moments documented is a gift to your future self.

Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
Elk Grove birth photography of baby Gemma's first moments
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9 responses to “Elk Grove Birth Photography | Gemma’s Heartwarming Story”

  1. Brittany Avatar

    wow~ adri you have all the talent! these are absolutely golden!!

    1. Adri De La Cruz | Photographer Avatar

      awe thanks love! makes me feel all gushy !!! serisouly means a whole lot

  2. Stephanie Avatar

    If I am ever in the area, I’ll make sure to book a session! You are possible the best Chicago birth photographer ever!! goals!!!

  3. Amber Avatar

    These are absolutely mesmerizing. What beautiful, touching moments <3 Such a lucky family to have these!!

  4. Frame This Moment Photography Avatar

    This is awesome beautifully captured Adri and the story behind it is so fun to read. I love it when you captured everyone and their involvement in the process, making me want to have another baby at home so I can have something like this captured.

  5. […] they hire me. They are full of love and all that realness. I was so honored to have captured sweet Gemma’s birth, it was a photographer’s dream come […]

  6. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    Adri!! this was your FIRST birth!?!? you nailed it!! the color, light, emotion…in LOVE!!

  7. […] have been a part of someone’s journey since birth. Well that’s just beyond incredible (find gemma’s birth here) you can see how fast time really does fly, and you wish for a second to stop it. When you’re […]

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