Fifteen questions to ask your birth photographer
Birth Photography — did you even know there was such a thing? Well there is, and we are here to tell you, it’s A-mazing! What better major life event to document than the arrival of your much anticipated baby. But just like any true investment, you will want to be sure you hire a professional photographer with experience and a solid business in place. You will want to be certain your birth photographer will be there when the time comes and has a plan in place for any contingencies. Use the following list as guidance during your consultation. And don’t be afraid to ask all your questions!
We always like to plan an in-person meeting or Zoom call to meet potential clients beforehand and to give them a sense of who we are and what we believe. This discovering whether or not we are a “good fit” with each other will help you make your decision.
Fifteen questions to ask a potential Birth Photographer:
Do you have a backup photographer?
Will we have a contract in place before I deliver?
Do you have a business license and business insurance?
What is your policy for unexpected situations?
How long have you been photographing births?
Can you share a full birth gallery with me?
Do you have any reviews or testimonials I can see?
Can we meet in person before I book you?
Have you ever worked with my doula/midwife/OB/GYN/birth team?
Are you comfortable making photos in dark rooms?
Will you be using flash?
Do you understand the birth process?
Are you comfortable photographing birth in all it’s forms?
Do you offer refunds? Payment plans? Registry?
How early in the pregnancy do I need to book?
Having a conversation with a potential birth photographer, whether in person, on Zoom, or even over the phone, will give you further peace of mind and help you decide whether you feel comfortable enough to invite her into your birthing space.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can answer any questions for you!
