Celebrating Women’s Month
August is Woman’s month, a time to celebrate women's achievements and the important role that women of all races and religions play in South African society (and the world!).
I am so proud to work alongside so many wonderful and strong woman: As the head of the South African Birth Photographers Association, I have a team of over 60 professional photographers standing firm and strong in the growth of birth photography.
I am also blessed to witness the physical strength of mothers in the birthing environment. To watch their pregnancy, go from trimester to delivery. And every time I am blown away by the determination and fierce bravery of each and every birthing outcome. Whether it be a c-section, a natural hospital delivery or a home birth, it all reflects the fierce determination and sheer strength of a woman and her body.
Once that baby enters this world, you see how her heart grabs hold of all that fierceness and pours it into nurture and love for her newborn baby. And that image of connection at a birth is so powerful, that it will remain with you for a lifetime.
In celebration of Women’s Month, I’ve put together some outstanding quotes from strong women in history, alongside some of my favourite powerful images from the world of Birth Photography:
