In my line of work — writing for a parenting website [1] — there's nothing more beautiful than a baby. Except, perhaps, for that child's entrance into the world. From the time a couple walks (or rolls) into the birthing suite to the moment mom and baby meet, every aspect of childbirth is worth capturing on film (well, maybe with the exception of the actual birth). Don't believe me? Here, 65 magical birth moments that are sure to make you say, "aww."
Tears of Joy
Meet and Greet
Ready, Set, Go!
Source: Zemya Photography [2]
And a Baby Makes Three
Wrapped Around Her Finger
Source: Flickr user Jon Rawlinson [3]
10 Toes, Two Feet
The Little Details
Sweet Dreams
Proud Parents
Source: Shaunae Teske [4]
First Family Photo
Eskimo Kisses
Snuggle Session
Stand by Me
Source: Marcus Edwards Photography [5]
A Little Miracle
Source: Marcus Edwards Photography [6]
The Calm After the Chaos
Brothers and Sisters
Mom's First Kiss
Hello, Sunshine
Source: Shaunae Teske [7]
Baby-Soft Skin
The Generation Gap
Source: Shaunae Teske [8]
Strong Grip
Just the Two of Us
One Step at a Time
Mama, Meet Baby
A Newborn's Cry
Stolen Moment
Source: Jennifer Bebb [9]
Thank Heaven For Little Girls
Anxious Anticipation
One Happy Family
Source: Shaunae Teske [10]
Got Giggles?
Forever and Always
Source: Love Song Photography [11]
Tiny Toes
She Did It
Source: Flickr user Raphael Goetter [12]
Double the Joy
Let's Eat
Never Let You Go
Nap Time
Curiouser and Curiouser
Belly Laughs
Support System
I Got You, Babe
Source: Shaunae Teske [13]
All Eyes on Baby
From One Dad to Another
Source: Shaunae Teske [14]
Snug as a Bug
Sisterly Love
Someone's Sleepy
Source: Marcus Edwards Photography [15]
What's My Name Again?
Daddy Duties
Source: Zemya Photography [16]
Palm of My Hand
Leaving a Mark
Source: Flickr user joeannenah [17]
Stealing the Spotlight
Source: Jennifer Bebb [18]
Say Cheese!
A Sound Sleeper
Rise and Shine
Source: Jennifer Bebb [19]
Cherubic Cheeks
Solo Shot
Here's Looking at You
Oh Brother!
Rest Up
Hand in Hand
The Birthing Team
Calm, Cool, and Collected
The Waiting Game
Source: Zemya Photography [20]
Welcome to the World
Time For a Selfie
Source: Zemya Photography [21]