10 HEARTWARMING PHOTOS THAT PROVE BIRTH IS A MAGICAL MOMENT!

The birth of a baby is certainly one of the most exciting moments in a parent's life. To commemorate this special event, some mothers decided to rely on professional photographers. A decidedly unusual and original choice that has caught on especially in America to the point of inspiring a real photo contest on the subject.

The "Image of the Year Competition", this is the name of the contest, every year, since 2011, selects the most exciting and touching photos of the birth of a child. 2015 saw 10 winners, awarded on the basis of technique, to the emotion of the shot and to the global composition of the protagonists of the image. Ten different interpretations of one of the most magical and intense moments of human life.

Here are the ten photos that immortalize the birth of a child awarded by the contest.

1. Nichole Hanna Photography

2. Jos Verhoogen

3. Jane McCrae Photography

4. Emily Robinson Photography

5. Ashley Marston Photography

6. Além D’Olhar photography - Vívian Scaggiante

7. Santa Cruz

8. Greenville Spartan Charlotte Asheville

9. Carolina Reese

10. Sacred Stories Birth Photography

Watch the video of a birth!

When a baby is born, it's hard to keep your nerve. A thousand emotions overwhelm us, immobilizing us and holding our breath. This couple, on the other hand, managed to put their emotions in line. Shortly before the time of the birth, which took place at home, she turned on the camera, thus immortalizing the moment that would change their lives forever. The result is a moving and sweet video that captures the miracle of birth.