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The best photos of childbirth and postpartum 2019: 25 stunning photos that reflect the beauty of birth

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Birth photographs summarize in an instant the beauty of one of the most powerful experiences for parents, the birth of a child. They perfectly convey the intensity of the moment, the feelings of parents and relatives, as well as the unforgettable moment of seeing their face for the first time and the first moments with the newborn.

One more year, the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (in English, International Association of Professional Birth Photographers) made up of more than 1,100 specialized photographers in 51 countries has awarded its 2019 Annual Awards and has released the best photos of childbirth and postpartum. We share with you the winning photos and those that have obtained mentions, a total of 25, that families have been kind enough to share for publication.

Winning Photography 2019

Our rainbow baby is here

Best photo: birth details

Wrapped

Best photo: childbirth

Many hands

Best photo: 48 hours later

Best photo: labor

Best photo: postpartum

The most glorious cleaning

Winning photos chosen by members

Best photo: childbirth

“They say I couldn’t do it”: vaginal delivery after cesarean section

Best photo: labor

My love, my heroes

Best photo: postpartum

Ass-ass-back

Honorable mentions

Little koala

Baby born in daddy’s hands

Wake up

Pure joy

The final separation

With the woman

Sister in arms

I can’t take my eyes off

Sweet brothers

Induction: 43 weeks

Birth leaves its mark on us all

A father is born

From all angles

Need space

The older brother’s emotions

Your rainbow is here

Photos | Birth Photography Competition Reprinted with permission

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