There’s no doubt about itchildbirthis a miracle.
As Rogers' photos show, they definitely are, and the women who do it are bonafide superheroines.
Seriously, someone get them all capes.
While Rogers' photos range from exhilarating to surprisingly romantic, they’re all incredibly touching.
“I was mesmerized,” Rogers tells SELF.
“It was a life-changer.
I knew I found my calling,” she says.
To date, she’s photographed more than 60 births!
The following 14 photos are just a taste of what she’s captured over the years.
“The anticipation leading up to the birth in those final moments brings me alive,” says Rogers.
It’s like a ‘birth rush.'"
On the right day, one glimpse at this picture would be enough to start the tears.
And in others, you get to witness the beautiful moment right before mom meets baby.
Although you only see her hands, you might still feel her excitement.
Some of the images prove how cool science can be.
This is Rogers’ favorite photo.
“That moment will be hard to top!”
Here’s a baby being born via C-section.
It’s an astonishing medical achievement, when you really think about it.
Apparently, umbilical cords are a grayish color.
Even though Rogers loves her job, it’s not without its struggles.
She says the hardest one is having to live on-call.
Luckily, she also notes that it’s “only happened a handful of times.”
The photos sometimes offer a glimpse of the mother bonding with her baby after giving birth.
like note the little one’s mini peace sign!
The romance comes in when you see one parent being the other’s rock.
You’re looking at ultimate #Relationshipgoals right there.
Some shots prove how versatile giving birth can be.
You don’thaveto lie down, as this standing mother shows.
Birth is birth!"
That baby has a hand with an adorable sixth finger!
And they’re all awe-inspiring because they demonstrate what the human body is capable of.
Just so much sweetness.
This concludes your daily reminder that there’s still good in the world.
