Birth photography
Love, connection and emotion at its purest captured
The birth of your child is one of the most special events in your life. And since we almost have photos taken of all important moments, why not the first meeting with your baby? After all, a photo document is forever: valuable for you and later for your child. Schedule a coffee date with a birth photographer below!
The birth photographer
hi, I'm Settia!
I am a 31-year-old birth photographer from The Hague, Netherlands. After studying photography at art school (KABK and WDKA), I came up with the idea of becoming a birth photographer. During my training, I was not at all concerned with pregnant women or babies, but rather with the purest of emotions. In short, the idea of photographing during childbirth arose.
More about
My work
Birth photography
Learn more about birth photography, my methods as a birth photographer and rates.
Film of childbirth
In addition to photography, I also offer the opportunity to capture this unforgettable event on video.
My work
View photos and videos of births I have had the pleasure of capturing as a birth photographer.
My working method
in 4 steps
01.
Coffee Date
Childbirth is a personal and intimate moment. In order not to disrupt this moment, it is important that there is mutual trust between you and me as a photographer. A coffee date is a free introductory meeting. This can be at your home or via Zoom. In the meeting we will discuss your wishes and what you can expect from my way of working. After this conversation, you can calmly discuss whether it feels right to have me as your photographer.
03.
The birth
I prefer to be present from the active phase (about 4-5 cm dilation) of labor. From
that moment I stay until 2 hours after the birth, no matter how long the labor takes. I put the
childbirth in a documentary way that allows you to be totally in the moment. As
birth photographer, I know how to stay in the background and work discreetly.
02.
24/7 standby
If, after our introduction, you decide to choose me as your birth photographer, I will be available to you from the 38th week, day and night. On the day the birth is announced, your partner will keep me informed so that I have time to be on location. During this period, I keep in mind a possible birth at all times.
04.
Photos received
Within 24 hours of the birth, you will receive some edited photos as a preview. The entire
reportage you will receive 3 weeks after the birth via WeTransfer (basic package) or via a
personal delivery to your home (premium and pro package). I have also formatted the photo album for you to view and make any necessary adjustments before it goes to the printer.
01.
Coffee Date
Childbirth is a personal and intimate moment. In order not to disrupt this moment, it is important that there is mutual trust between you and me as a photographer. A
Coffee date is a free introductory meeting.
This can be at your home or via Zoom.
In the meeting we will discuss your wishes and what you can expect from my way of working. After this conversation, you can calmly discuss whether it feels right to have me as your photographer.
02.
24/7 standby
If, after our introduction, you decide to choose me as your birth photographer, I will be available to you from the 38th week, day and night. On the day the birth is announced, your partner will keep me informed so that I have time to be on location. During this period, I keep in mind a possible birth at all times.
03.
The birth
I prefer to be present from the active phase (about 4-5 cm dilation) of labor. From
that moment I stay until 2 hours after the birth, no matter how long the labor takes. I put the
childbirth in a documentary way that allows you to be totally in the moment. As
birth photographer, I know how to stay in the background and work discreetly.
04.
Photos received
Within 24 hours of the birth, you will receive some edited photos as a preview. The entire
reportage you will receive 3 weeks after the birth via WeTransfer (basic package) or via a
personal delivery to your home (premium and pro package). I have also formatted the photo album for you to view and make any necessary adjustments before it goes to the printer.
Video footage
of birth
Birth videos
Interesting for you
Blogs
A smooth home birth and an exciting beginning for the baby
Kelly’s childbirth story It’s Saturday night. We just ate dinner, Faber (oldest son) is in bed and we are on the couch. After several days
Jamie-lee’s childbirth story
Een heftige zwangerschap; een baby met een zeldzame longaandoening en 10 weken plat liggen, omdat het lichaam al met 27 weken wilde bevallen. Lees hieronder
Video: Birth interview #1
In dit interview vraag ik mijn klanten hoe ze terugkijken op de bevalling. 👶 Hoe merkten ze dat de bevalling was begonnen? Wat voor voorbereidingen hebben ze
we will
acquaintance?
During a coffee date, I would love to get to know you. You can come to me with all your questions and doubts. Next, you will explain my process so you know what to expect when you hire me as a birth photographer. I also bring additional work; a demo photo album and a video of a previous birth client so this way you can get a complete picture of my work. The coffee date is completely optional!
I accept only a limited number of births per month. Therefore, do not wait to contact us. I look forward to getting to know you.
