Friday, March 23, 2012

{ Welcome Baby Jackson }

What an amazing AMAZING thing to be a part of. To witness a new life enter this world is beyond beautiful. It’s moving. It’s a miracle. It’s inspiring. You watch the strength and determination in a mother. The force that they put behind each push. The pure love that pours out of their eyes, their mouth and chest as they see their baby for the first time. The compassion and support from the father. They would take that pain away if they could. They would push if they could. He locks his eyes on the top of the babies head as it peeks through. It’s his first glimpse at his future. A smile spills from his mouth...to his eyes...to his heart. He’s almost here. His family is growing. In that moment I stand behind my camera trying to capture every moment; dodging doctors, nurses, pediatricians, interns & the biggest obstacle…my own tears. Just praying I don’t miss THE shot. This is beautiful. THIS. Is. Beautiful. Thank you Ashley & Jason for letting me be there. It was truly a honor.

Jackson.  Born 2.8.12 at 7lbs 11oz and 20 inches long.

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5 comments:

  1. GiGiMarch 24, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    So glad you started a blog! What a sweet sweet birth!

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  2. The Castellanos CrewMarch 24, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    These pictures are so amazing. How lucky for this family to have this special day captured in such a beautiful way. I was fighting back tears because it brought back memories of giving birth...you truly have an amazing talent

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  3. Dominique LongMarch 26, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    Thanks ladies!! Birth photos always brings me to tears too!

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  4. Tegan HenryMarch 29, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Hi Dominique, I'm a friend of Ashley's and a doula/ prenatal educator in my past life. I've witnessed many birth in my time, and I want to tell you these photos perfectly captured one of the most profound rites of passage in the human experience. Absolutely gorgeous and incredibly moving! Ashley and Jason are so lucky to have had you there for such incredible documentation. Best of luck in your endeavors.
    Yours,
    Tegan

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  5. Dominique LongMarch 30, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    Oh my goodness, you are so sweet!! Thanks you Tegan! It must have been so incredible to be a doula. Wow. You must have some beautiful memories etched in your mind forever. How wonderful.

    Thanks again & take care!
    Dominique

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