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May 24

2023 International Birth Photography Image Competition Winners

These are the winning photos of the 2023 International Association of Professional Birth Photographers.

Every year, Smart Parenting looks forward to sharing the winning photos of the Birth Photography Image Competition held by the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers or IAPBP. The association's annual photo contest recognizes the best of the best birth photos under four
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April 22

SPV Moms Share Their Precious Birth Photos

Inspired by the winning birth photos of an international competition, our Smart Parenting Village moms shared their entries too.

Warning: Photos have graphic content that some readers may find disturbing or shocking. Smart Parenting recently posted this year's winners of the annual birth photography competition by the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP). It inspired the moms in the Smart Parenting
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April 18

Winning Photos of 2022 IAPBP Birth Photography Competition

The association added a new category to honor moms who experience miscarriage.

Warning: Photos have graphic content that some readers may find disturbing or shocking.Every childbirth is unique, and perhaps, yours is definitely your favorite.But every year, we look forward to seeing the photos of the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP), which
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February 15

Birth Photography Winners From IAPBP Annual Competition

These intimate moments show a glimpse of what it's like to bring life into this world.

Warning: Photos have graphic content that some readers may find disturbing or shocking.Every birthing experience is different and yet each one is beautiful, whether it’s a normal delivery or a cesarean section, or done in a hospital, lying-in clinic or home setting. Thanks
Labor & Childbirth

February 28

This Grumpy Newborn Photo Is The Newest Viral Meme

This baby's mom already knew her baby girl's photo is a meme in the making.
Labor & Childbirth

March 11

Birth Photography: 18 Incredible Images of Moms Giving Birth

Birth is beautiful no matter the setting or circumstance. See for yourself.

Warning: Photos have graphic content that some readers may find disturbing or shocking.There was a time before when the father of the baby wasn't even allowed to be in the room during childbirth. Now it has become a family affair where a
Labor & Childbirth

April 17

20 Astounding Photos That Show the Beauty of Childbirth

Here are the winners of Birth Photography Image of the Year Competition!

(Warning: some of the photos have graphic content that some readers may find shocking.) We love birth photography. It shows us the beginning of a woman's journey to motherhood, yes, but we also get the privilege to see a mother's strength, and it
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March 2

Winners of International Birth Photography Contest Will Take Your Breath Away

Congratulations to the winners!

It is said that the pain a woman experiences while giving birth is equivalent to having about 20 bones getting fractured all at the same time. Yet, no one knows exactly what a mother goes through when she goes into labor —
Labor & Childbirth

February 6

This Baby Couldn't Wait to Be Born, But Dad Was Cool and Ready

You won't be able to take your eyes off this incredible birthing story.

We think every birthing story is terrific. Over the years, we’ve written about pretty exceptional ones, like a mom giving birth inside a car, a mom taking her photos while giving birth, a 12-year-old who helped deliver her baby brother, and a
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November 28

Chito Miranda Shares the Sweetest 'I Miss You' Post for Wife Neri

Plus, watch Malaysian model-actress Carmen Soo's baby bump move, an incredible 'banned' water birth photo, and more!

Read Chito Miranda's love letter for wife Neri Naig When a spouse has a job that requires a lot of traveling, it's tough for him or her and the family left behind. You can feel it in the words of Parokya ni Edgar
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September 12

Lea Salonga's Daughter Nicole Is Part of 'Matilda The Musical'

PLus, Jerika Ejercito is pregnant with twins, Kylie Padilla shares birth photography photos, and more!

This article was updated on September 12, 7 p.m. to add Patty Laurel-Filart's pregnancy announcement.Lea Salonga's daughter Nicole will Debut Onstage in Matilda The Musical The apple doesn't fall too far from the tree, at least in the case of internationally acclaimed Filipino
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August 25

Photographer Captures Newborns Still Attached to Umbilical Cords

She says the "cord is the ultimate symbol of connection" between mother and child.

Life is full of incredible mysteries. One of the most beautiful experiences is how a mother is able to carry and create life inside her and give birth to a precious baby. Photographer Monet Moutrie’s amazing talent allows her to capture this
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June 20

Don't Panic if Your Newborn's Head Is Shaped Like This

A photo of a newborn's oddly-shaped head has gone viral.

This article was updated on June 22, 11: 30 a.m. Photos are published here with the photographer's permission.Having a birth photographer during childbirth has given all of us an unfiltered look at the beauty of a child being born. It has also
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April 6

MOA Arena Debutante and Family May Have Spent Nearly 5M for the Party

Plus, Marlon Stockinger celebrates birthday with Pia Wurtzbach amidst paternity issue, VP Leni Robredo's daughter gets into Harvard and Oxford, and more!

MOA Arena debutante and family could have spent nearly P5M for the partyThe first ever debutante to hold her party at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena, Dian Seranilla, has taken the Internet by storm, and most of us are left in
Labor & Childbirth

July 1

We Bow Down to This Mom Who Photographed Her Own Labor and Birth

Yes, and this first shot of her daughter out in the world is hers.

While most moms hire a pregnancy and birth photographer to take photos of the entire journey, this mom-of-two took on a unique challenge: capturing her own labor and delivery. We already know what you're thinking, "How could you be shooting photos in
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June 19

27 Photos That Prove Fathers Are Essential in Childbirth

"I not only get to witness how a baby is being born, but I see how a woman becomes a mother and a man transforms into a father."

With Father's Day coming up, I think of my own father and all the other great dads I know, and I am thankful. In my role as a birth photographer at Shiphrah Birthing Home, I not only get to witness how a baby
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June 3

We Love This Mom's Reaction When She Found Out Her Baby's Gender

Surprise! This mom couldn't believe it, and her photo inside says it all.

While doctors need the ultrasound to check on a baby's health, the parents-to-be rely on it to know whether it's a boy or a girl. As early as 14 weeks into the pregnancy, some doctors can already definitively say if, say, dresses

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