Don’t only take it from me, read what my clients have to say.
Elisa
Sharing my birth experience created a deep bond and true friendship with Kristen. Kristen was not only photographing my delivery, which was long and tough but actively helping me in the most simple ways, just like a friend would have done. She stayed with us for a long time before my baby’s arrival and came back after to make sure she could capture enough pictures. The pictures are beautiful, but the main reason why I would recommend Kristen for your birth experience is that she walks the extra mile, and that’s what you need when you go through a life-changing experience.
Shelley
My husband and I can’t thank Kristen enough for beautifully capturing our journey from pregnancy through to the birth of our second son, as well as an extraordinary family shoot at home with our boys.
We will always treasure the photos Kristen gave us, especially the ones from the hospital birth of our son. Every time I look at those pictures, I relive the excitement and awe I felt when meeting my little boy for the first time. It’s amazing to capture and keep that special moment forever. The pictures are beautiful, and Kristen’s friendly, easy-going personality made my husband and I feel relaxed to have her at the birth.
The video Kristen put together brought tears to my eyes, and I watch it over and over. What a special visual gift we’ll be able to show our son one day – the day we celebrated his arrival to the world.
Thanks so much, Kristen for being an integral part of our journey and for giving us priceless memories that we will cherish forever!
Erin
Kristen was terrific at capturing the birth of our second child. She photographed the birth and maternity shoot, Meet the Family and a newborn shoot. Kristen was fantastic from the first meeting and immediately put me at ease. She was very understanding of the birth of our child, and she was the perfect match to photograph our son.
Kristen is very easy to get along with and was open to suggestions that I gave about styled photos I wanted for the maternity and newborn sessions. She was great to work with during the birth, and I did not even know she was there. Her photos are not posed and very raw and real, and I will forever treasure these memories. Kristen understands what I wanted from the pictures and short videos. From the look I gave my husband, the smiles of encouragement, to my baby’s first cry, I have these memories forever. I would not use anyone else for family photoshoots, and she has become a good friend. Kristen has three children, and she knows what to expect during this most special and emotional time.
I would highly recommend using Kristen from Yellow Lemon birth photographer. You won’t be disappointed.
Natalie L’Ons
I was fortunate enough to meet Kristen while I was pregnant with my third child. It was an easy decision to ask her to photograph our maternity shoot. The images she captures in such a short space of time are astounding. She has such natural, raw talent. Each member of the family got individual attention and felt special. It was a wonderfully relaxed, fun-loving shoot, with wardrobe changes happening in the middle of the forest behind blankets, yet the results were so professional, and I was thrilled with the outcome.
She was at the hospital only moments after I called her in the early hours of the morning to say my water had broken a day earlier than my scheduled C-section. Although this was an emergency C-section, Kristen remained calm and professional throughout, quietly capturing precious moments that would otherwise be lost to a mother in labour. She is non-invasive. You hardly know she is in the room, but at the same time, her gentle presence is comforting and reassuring.
She rewards you with a few selected images for use on social media to announce the arrival of your little angel. I can honestly say that my birthing experience would have been incomplete without her!
Yolanda Steyn
How do I describe having the biggest moment of my life captured forever? Seeing the photos is so real that you experience all those emotions again...amazing! Words aren’t enough, but let me try.
The fact that we waited for our little miracle, Imke, for almost six years made this photoshoot even more special. When we met Kristen for the first time, I was already at ease, knowing she would take the best pictures possible to make sure that this big event is captured forever.
The birth was nerve-wracking, but Kristen made sure that we are comfortable with her. She assured us that we would not even know she is there and that she would not take any pics that might offend anyone.
The weather on the day of my pregnancy shoot was very hot, and I was very uncomfortable carrying the extra load around. Kristen took fabulous photos and worked at a fast pace. Not once did I feel uncomfortable or tired.
Then came the birth shoot. We were unsure exactly when Imke will be born, and I was so worried that Kristen would not be able to be there due to something happening at short notice.
However, Kristen promised me that whatever happens whenever I give her a call and she will be there. At short notice, the doctor decided to do a caesar the following day. I phoned Kristen, and within 2 minutes everything was organised.
Kristen arrived at the hospital on the morning of 31 January 2017, looking relaxed and ready for this adventure, which helped so much, otherwise I would have been stressed.
She kept my husband company (and calm) outside the theatre while I prepared for the C-section. I didn’t notice Kristen in the theatre taking breathtaking photographs.
When I first held and fed Imke, Kristen took pictures, but not once did I “notice” her. In her quiet, calm manner, she captured moments that have emotions that would last forever.
The Home Sweet Home photos were taken when Imke was ten days old. This new mommy was a bit worried that Imke would not “play along” and “waste” Kristen’s time. Kristen took all the time she needed to make sure she had enough photos.
She allowed me to feed Imke and allowed mommy to change into the cute outfits I wanted photos of! Kristen even captured some special moments with our doggy-child – seeing that we are now a family of four.
Thank you so much, Kristen for all the effort you’ve put in to ensure that our most blessed day is captured forever. You are a blessing in our lives.
Zethu Bosiame
I came across Yellow Lemon Baby Birth Photography through a referral. When I visited Kristen’s website, and later met with Kristen, I was attracted to her transparency and endurance. I received fantastic service from Kristen, from our maternity shoot, the birth of our first-born son, to the welcoming of our little one to our home. The quality of the photographs and videos is impeccable. I can’t wait to experience the journey again with our second little one soon. Kristen will be one of the first people I’ll call when the time comes to capture our precious moments again. It was an absolute pleasure working with Yellow Lemon Baby Birth Photography.
Ronel Van der Merwe
Hiring a birth photographer was a huge decision, as my husband and I are both very private people. Our first instincts were not to let anyone other than the essential hospital staff be in the room with us when our son was due to be born. I am, however, obsessed with pictures as a way of remembering all our adventures as a couple and family, so I feared that my inherent need for privacy would make us miss out on having a keepsake of one of the most meaningful moments of our life. Enter Kristen.
I met with her before committing to hiring her services, and from the very first moment, she made sure we built a lasting relationship. She was professional, courteous, and kind. We chatted about what to expect. As this was my firstborn, I had no idea what to expect of either a birth photographer or a birthing room/theatre, and Kristen’s personal and professional experience in this area put me at ease. When the big day arrived, she was in the background documenting our son’s birth with the most captivating, heartwarming images.
Kristen went above and beyond what we expected of her throughout the entire process. From start to finish, her organisational skills with the hospital and caregivers were exemplary, even though we didn’t have an exact date booked. No matter my concerns, questions or needs, she made me feel as though our son’s birth was the most essential thing in the world. The portraits she took were unbelievable. Her ideas and creativity truly stood out. From posing baby with family afterwards and group portraits to candid shots, she truly captured every magical moment of our big day. We were impressed with the quality, professionalism, turnaround time, and the images and video we received afterwards.
My husband and I are now always reminded of the greatest gift we received every time we see ourselves on the happiest day of our lives in the most visual display of our memories that Kristen masterfully created.
Thank you, Kristen, for everything you did for us the day our boy was born, it felt like we had our closest friend in the room with us. You made us feel so comfortable and relaxed and your emotional support was beautiful. We will never forget our experience after the incredible event you have captured for us.
