Kai's Birth Story | Utah Birth Photography

Kai's birth story, was a little less hospital traditional than most. This little buddy was a week over due, so mama was admitted to the hospital with hopes of a good old fashion birth, (minus the induction). After a few hours of occasional heart beat drops, the big men on campus decided that Mister Kai would need a more direct approach... my first documented emergency cesarean. It was a bit nerve racking for all, but only for a moment... the staff at the University of Utah hospital handled it effortlessly. Fine work ladies and gentlemen, he's a keeper. (Slide show can be viewed here).

My favorite things about this particular birth story, U of U Hospital is a obviously a teaching venue, so I had small lapses from reality straight into a Grey's Anatomy episode (true story)... and because of this, their were minimal second glances or confused looks by my presence (always good for the self-esteem), Charlie Sheen's cameo and lastly... Kai's face in the final frame, classic.
Also must give thanks to Melanie, one of the attending nurses who took my camera into the surgical room and caught a couple great frames... the story would not be complete with out them. Welcome to the world Kai guy.

Kai (Utah Birth Photography)

Welcome to the world little man... a preview of yesterday's birth story.

Mason's Birth Story (Utah Birth Photography)

Meet Mason... this little fellow made his debut just shortly over a week ago, after his mama contacted me just two days prior. How lucky are we that the stars aligned in that short of time!

Below is a (semi-lengthy, 6 minutes or so), slide show of the event (click here to view with music). If you have a few minutes, sit back and enjoy the simplicity and beauty of a new life.


Thank you again Elizabeth and family for this sacred opportunity.

Big Sister

A preview of Mister Mason's debut... lucky little guy, with a sweet big sister, (and two charming older brothers).

Sulivan June's Birth Story (Utah Birth Photography)

Miss Sulivan joined us early last Tuesday morning. She gave her mama a good 18 hour run for her money and I was present for the final six. When she finally arrived after 3 hours of pushing, many tears were shed... mainly by me. I am kind of baby when it comes to babies. (Prefer a slide show? You can view it here).

Kirstin's mama drove straight for 10 hours to see her first grandchild born and made it with time to spare.

Due to the early hour (it was about four in the morning at this point), I received permission to enter the nursery and capture Suli's first bath.

I feel so honored to be apart of each and every birth. Thank you Weston and Kirstin (she also is a photographer) for this grand opportunity.