little louie’s birth was a special one for so many reasons. his mom contacted me the day before to see if there was anyway i could photograph her birth because her plans had fallen through. i happily agreed. when i got there she was strong and happy she could not wait to meet her sweet little boy. the family was amazing and supportive and i felt right at home with all of them. we talked and laughed and mom handled her contractions like a pro. when he decided to make his entrance the room filled with excitement. he arrived and he was calm as soon as he was with mom. he was alert he knew right where he was. he was where he was supposed to be. if you talked to him he looked at you and made a connection. he was the most ALERT newborn i’ve ever seen. it was AMAZING for so many reasons. i was in awe the whole time as he looked at all those who were there for him. he wanted them to know he knew who they were and that he loved them. mom was beyond happy and did not hesitate showing it. she could not stop smiling, he made her a mom.
as i got home from this birth i kept telling my husband how amazing this baby was. i told him everything about him i could. i told him i needed to get his pictures done as soon as i could. i worked and worked and worked. my husband had the next day off for memorial day so i took advantage and worked some more. i’ve never worked on any pictures so fast and i’m still amazed that i was able to get so many done so quickly. wednesday morning i was up working on them again i had only about 10 more to go ( i can’t express how much this is out of character) and my phone rang. it was louie’s grandma i asked her if everything was ok and as she said the word no my heart sank….she said he had passed away on tuesday and they had no answers on why. how could this happen??? he was fine , the birth was fine, and he was sent home fine. as i thought about it and finished the pictures i looked at this sweet baby and realized he knew. he knew his time was short and he needed to let those who loved him know that he loved them back. he was a special boy who gave his mom and dad what they need to get through this. a knowledge that he loves them. they have been strong and courageous throughout this process. i have been amazed by their strength as i know so many others have. they have faith. i had no intention of posting this birth considering the circumstances. i had texted mom to let her know and was shocked by her response. she was strong. she said that she wanted louie’s story shared in hope that it might help someone else. she showed me what it was to be selfless. they have faith, they have love, and they have a greater knowledge that they will see sweet baby louie again.
by Sarah
Heidi Lee - Hi Sarah. Megan told me about this sad turn of events for this young family. Such a difficult thing to go through. You have given them a great gift with these beautiful pictures. It will such a comfort to those parents. And good for you for following the promptings to edit faster than normal.
Kathie Dye - We will be forever indebted to you Sarah for these priceless pictures. You were meant to be apart of our sweet angel Louie’s birth. He has touched so many lives already. Thank you, Thank you..
Sarah - Good Afternoon! My husband and I just recently found out after 18mo of trying we are expecting our first baby! YAY! I am already on the search for a great birth photographer. I was wondering how much you charged, and what the price includes please. Also, since birth is such a sudden thing in most cases how you plan to be sure you are available during that time? Looking forward to hearing from you! Thanks so much for your time!
maria prieto - I was looking for pricing and info on birth photography my daughter is due in nov
Rachell Gibbs - I’m due Jan 2015 and I’m curious in prices and info for birth photography.
Sarah - Hi Rachell I sent you an email.