Life-changing moments…all captured on film.

The IAPBP has more than 1,100+ members in 51 countries.

Warning: these photos include graphic depictions of childbirth including nudity and, in two instances, child loss.

A mother holds her newborn against her chest in a hospital setting after delivery

1.First, this photo of newborn twins breastfeeding for the first time won Best Overall Birth Details.

6.This image of a breech birth won the sub-category of Birth Details: Documentary.

11.This capture of a tired mother laboring won the sub-category of Delivery: Black and White.

Pregnant person standing by a window with sunlight, silhouette highlights belly, peaceful setting

20.This moment of love and unity was named Members' Choice Best Overall Labor.

26.This emotional shot of a grandmother meeting her grandchild was named an Honorable Mention in Postpartum.

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Mother in a birthing room with medical staff and newborn

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Two adults appear emotional holding a newborn born still; they're sitting on a hospital bed

Woman resting with her legs up, illuminated by soft light, conveying a peaceful moment possibly related to parenting rest

A newborn is being delivered as medical staff assist in a hospital setting, symbolizing childbirth and parenting

A newborn is cradled by a person with tattoos immediately after birth

Newborn held up by medical staff during a delivery in an operating room

Newborn baby held by caregiver's hands in a bonding moment post-birth

A parent comforting their child wrapped in a towel, both showing relief and affection

Pregnant person stands in doorway, silhouetted, touching belly; peaceful atmosphere. Photographer's watermark present

Group gathers for support during a home birth at night with city lights in the background

Woman in labor in a birthing pool with support people around her

Mother cradling newborn in water for a bonding moment, depicted in a serene and intimate setting

Newborn held by parents' hands in a birthing pool, surrounded by floating candles

Newborn held by a tattooed parent post water birth, another person's head in the foreground

Medical team performing a newborn delivery with focus on the baby being held by gloved hands

Newborn rests on mother's chest immediately after birth, with father embracing them and medical staff assisting

Mother cradling newborn on her chest in a birthing pool, with a caregiver's hand supporting

Woman in labor supported by partner in a birthing pool, showing a moment of comfort and care

Newborn rests on mother's chest during skin-to-skin contact as a watchful dog looks on

Two adults and a newborn in a hospital room, one seated holding baby, the other with head in hands

Woman giving birth via C-section with medical team and newborn visible

Woman in labor with a support person by her side, preparing for childbirth

Newborn baby being delivered via c-section with medical staff assisting

A woman on a hospital bed holds a newborn, another woman stands by emotionally, and a person observes from behind

A mother and child sharing a moment on the bed, child held in arms, both looking at each other