Breathtaking Winning Photos from the 15th Annual Birth Photography Competition

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