Surrendered to the elemental power of birth, to the wave arriving in all its intensity. This woman allowed herself to be navigated and guided by her body. Her mind did not stand in the way. Fully surrendered to the moment of rebirth. Within the hospital environment, a sense of safety was created by the presence of her loved ones—her husband and her doula. Soon after you were born.

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The day you were born (Surrendered) (from series)

These images document the full rhythm of birth. It begins in the warmth of home, cooking lunch through advancing contractions, and unfolds into the final moments in the delivery room, where a new soul suddenly arrived. Just like that, he was among us. And time seemed to stand still. Everyone present stood still for a moment, captivated by the profound wonder of creation that birth carries within.

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Lýdia Nehybová

freelance photographer

As a mother of three, my personal experience with childbirth deeply transformed my professional focus. Documentary photography has always defined my style because as a highly sensitive person I notice and capture subtle details that often go unseen. Following the birth of my own children, I discovered a passionate calling to document these unique and magical milestones for other mothers