Best Overall – First Place: “Surrender to the Wave” by Anna Garvey, United States
The 15th Annual Birth Photography Competition by the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers unveiled 14 moving images that beautifully capture the raw emotions and intimate moments of childbirth. These powerful photos highlight the resilience of birthing individuals, the support of loved ones, and the profound joy of welcoming new life.
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Best In Birth Details: “I Got You” by Sanne van Schaik, Netherlands
Best In Labor: “A Moment Before Becoming Dads” by Dana Jacobs, United States
Best In Delivery:”Enveloped” by Stephanie Entin, United States
Best In Hardship & Loss: “Baby Brynnley” by Sara Hunter, United States
Best In Birth Details: Black & White – “Bond That Never Will Be Broken” by Sara Avila, Mexico
Best In Birth Details: Documentary – “Fresh in Fathers Arms” by Lesley Hoogendoorn, Netherlands
Best In Labor: Black & White – “I Am With You” by Leona Darnell, United States
Best In Birth Details: Fine Art – “Tears of Sorrow: Transition to the ER at 32 weeks” by Deborah van, Netherlands
Best In Labor: Fine Art – “Lines of Life” by Ania Wibig, Poland
Best In Delivery: Documentary – “Emotions” by Naomi Vonk, Netherlands
Best In Labor: Documentary – “Surges Rising With The Sun” by Natalie Broders, United States
Best In Delivery: Black & White – “Ready or Not…” by Jessica Dory, United States
Best In Postpartum: Black & White – “I’ve Got You Mom” by Brittany Geisen, United States