a pregnancy, a birth | Melanie

A gentle caress, a soft glance; those fleeting moments which express a mother's undeniable love for her unborn

As a mother, Melanie exudes natural gracefulness; an effortless aura. She is mild, patient and loving, and takes the busyness that comes with raising young ones, all within her elegant stride. Her relaxed demeanor ensures a gentle rhythm to days spent with her darling girls, and they will flourish, knowing without a doubt, just how very loved they are.

Just recently, my beautiful friend asked me to capture some images during the final weeks of her pregnancy, with the impending birth of her third, precious baby. And although her sweet bundle had not yet arrived - the gentle caresses and the soft glances toward her blossoming belly, spoke of the pure, profound love she already held for her unborn babe.

All because two people fell in love...

A couple of weeks passed and exquisite Charlotte entered the world, after an incredibly beautiful, natural birth. As in life, Mel displayed unwavering poise, strength and dignity throughout her labouring journey. Even in the throes of pain, she maintained faith and trust in her body, surrendering to each wave as it brought their daughter closer and closer to their open, waiting arms.

With eyes filled with wonder, Lotte was welcomed into the lives and hearts of her parents... parents who will cradle her fears and kiss away her tears. Parents who will love her beyond measure and delight in all that she is... all that she will become.



 

{Thank you Mel and Clayton, for allowing me the honour of sharing in this most sacred, precious time. I am so, so privileged, not only to have experienced the magic as you received and fell in love with your newest born, but simply through having you in my life as treasured friends x}