the birth of evelyn ryan

October 23, 2012 in birth photography

When Ashley told me last Spring that she and her husband Mike were expecting her second baby, there was no question I would do everything I could to be there. I photographed the arrival of their daughter Carter back in August 2010 (also my first experience photographing a labor and delivery) and knew I wanted to be there for baby Evie’s birth too. As Ashley’s due date approached, I stressed for weeks about the potential logistics of a friend in labor and the five hour drive it would take me to reach her. Last Thursday at a few minutes past 11 a.m. Evelyn Ryan was born. Although I feel very strongly about letting each child “own” their birth day without the inevitable comparison to older siblings, I couldn’t stop the flood of memories that returned from two years ago. The same hospital, the same doctor, the same cast of family and friends who came to support Ashley and Mike…

But no matter how many babies Ashley and Mike may have, and no matter how many times I am there to photograph their milestones, I will forever be in awe of the strength and love that shines through them. There is no doubt in my mind that my dear friend Ashley was born to be a mom, and Mike a dad. They do it with such an ease and grace that serves as an example to everyone they know. I am so proud of their new family of four and am excited to watch sweet Evie Ryan grow into the beautiful person I know she will be.


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robin - Amanda!! You have really outdone yourself this time! There is nothing more precious than watching that sweet new life come into the world! I cried in the exact same spot that i did in Carter’s birth video – the picture of Ashley when she first saw her baby. Ashley, you have never looked more beautiful!October 28, 2012 – 11:52 am

Allen - I can’t wait to meet that baby! Congratulations guys!October 25, 2012 – 4:37 pm

Ashley Pounds - Hey Amanda~ As I came to your website to see your AWESOME work(as always)I had to be nosy and check out the video above of Mike and Ashley’s GORGEOUS new arrival! Loved all the pictures as I knew I would, but when I saw that 1st pic of their daughter leaning over and seeing her baby sister; My eyes filled with tears and now I have no mascara left. What a sweet little family!! AWESOME JOB!!!!October 25, 2012 – 12:36 pm

Shelia - Simply beautiful. Ashley is so stunning and Carter is so adorable. Ohhhh and Evie is so precious. Congratulations Mike and Ashley. Job well done.October 24, 2012 – 2:59 pm

April - Amanda! Perfect, again. The pictures of Ashley holding her new baby girl, looking at her, Evie looking right back at Ashley, kissing that baby’s sweet lips…ah!!! I can’t handle it. And Mike, what a sweet, sweet daddy. The look on his face when he saw her for the first time…he may be done-zo after these 2 little girls get finished with him:) I am so honored and call my self blessed to get to watch this sweet family grow. I am so proud of you Mike and Ashley and the parents that you are. I love you guys!October 24, 2012 – 2:17 pm

Maggie - Beautiful work! Your friend Ashley and her family are beautiful! I love the one of her little girl meeting her sister. How special you and all your friends got to be together for another wonderful birth experience.October 24, 2012 – 11:28 am

Kristi - To say that you did a great job is an understatement Amanda! Ash, you look amazing! Congratulations to the new family of four, Evie is a beautiful and perfect gift straight from the Lord’s hand and I am rejoicing with you all in this new little life! Praying for you all in this new phase! My love to all!October 24, 2012 – 7:41 am

vicki - there are not enough words to say how precious this is. As I watched this sweet family with their new little gift, I shed a tear of happiness and said a prayer of protection over their family wishing all children everywhere could experience the life that these littles one will have. They will be forever grateful for your talents I am sure.October 24, 2012 – 7:33 am

Deb Wood - Precious, perfect baby girl! I don’t think I have ever seen Ashley look more beautiful. Love the video.October 23, 2012 – 11:37 pm

Jill - Beautiful. The part with Carter Is the sweetest thing. Love you guys and I cannot wait to hold your new baby girl.October 23, 2012 – 9:18 pm

Melissa - Oh my gosh those photos of Carter beaming over her little sister…. Beautiful!
As always, Amanda your talent is such a blessing to your clients and friends.October 23, 2012 – 9:07 pm

kristen - birth videos just never get old. evie is absolutely beautiful! congrats ashley, mike & carter!October 23, 2012 – 9:02 pm

Ashley - As Mike and I sat here with our two baby girls and watched this, tears flooded down my face. Just saying Thank You will never be enough to express how grateful we are! We cannot tell you how much it means to us, that you took the time away from your own family to be there for ours! We love you Aunt Amanda!!!!October 23, 2012 – 8:22 pm

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