17 Exciting Photos Of Mothers With Their Children After Childbirth

Most of the time, giving birth is a special time in the life of a woman who, after hours of suffering, expectation and fear, finally comes face to face with the little person who has been in her womb for a few months.

The International Association of Professional Birth Photographers has selected some of the best images from the moment some babies came into the world and filled their families with joy. These are powerful, impactful and emotion-filled images that have been able to transparently report the feelings of the people involved in each of them.

Please note that some of the following photos are really graphic and may be considered too strong by some - and inappropriate for certain work environments. Check out: