Birth photography in Helsinki

For the moments you may not remember, but never want to forget

During my maternity leave, I found myself reflecting on change, motherhood and the moments that shape us.

I had come across birth photography before, but it wasn’t until I became a mother myself that I truly understood why it mattered so much. Experiencing birth from the inside changed the way I think about memory, presence and the moments we carry with us long after they have passed.

To me, birth photography is not only about documenting what happened. It is also about preserving the moments we may not fully see, remember or understand while we are living them.

To deepen my understanding, I completed Pinja Mitrovich’s birth photography course and continued studying documentary birth photography through international photographers and educational resources. This has helped me develop a calm, intuitive and respectful approach, especially in emotional and unpredictable situations.

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Why I Photograph Birth

When my own labour began, I disappeared into a world of my own.

Time changed. The room became quieter, softer and smaller. I remember light, breathing and hands on my shoulders. I also know there are many things I don’t remember at all.

Not because they weren’t important, but because I was completely inside the experience.

Afterwards, I realised how much happens during birth that we never get to witness ourselves. Even though my partner took beautiful photographs, I hadn’t wanted anyone else in the room. At the time, I couldn’t imagine having a photographer present.

Later, I began to understand what birth photography can offer.

It can help us see our own strength from the outside. It can remind us of the support that surrounded us. It can bring us back to moments we didn’t have the chance to fully see while living them.

For some families, these photographs become a way of revisiting and processing their birth experience. For others, they become a reminder of one of the most important days of their lives.

And often, their value only grows with time.

A Calm and Documentary Approach

Giving birth is an intense and deeply personal experience. Birth photography allows you to return to the moment later, to see your own strength, the support around you, and the details that might otherwise fade with time.

My approach is documentary, calm and respectful. I do not direct or stage moments. Instead, I work quietly in the background and allow your birth story to unfold naturally.

Before your birth, we meet to talk about your wishes, your boundaries and what feels important to you. Every birth is different, and every family’s story deserves to be told in its own way. Learn more about me as a photographer.

Portfolio-Building Offer

I am currently building my portfolio as a birth photographer in Helsinki and looking for my first clients. If you allow selected images to be used in my portfolio, the full birth photography session is offered at a reduced price of €795, including:


• two weeks of on-call availability
• a free introductory consultation
• over 80 fully edited digital images
• a curated wooden box with selected prints telling your birth story

If you prefer full privacy, the session is available at €995 without portfolio use. Valid until further notice. Payment plans are available if needed.

Preserving Your Story

To make the experience softer and easier, I personally select the images and present them in a handcrafted wooden box. It is something you can return to again and again, preserving your birth story in a way that feels personal, honest and lasting.

Want to Know More?

You are warmly welcome to book a free introductory call, simply to talk and see if I might be the right photographer for you.

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FAQ — Birth Photography

When should I book a birth photographer?
Ideally during the second or early third trimester. I take only a limited number of birth clients each year, and some months I am unable to offer birth photography at all.
If you want to be certain that I can reserve on-call availability for your due window, the earlier you get in touch, the better.

Do you photograph births in hospitals, at home or in birth centres?
Yes. I photograph births in hospitals across Helsinki and Uusimaa, as well as home births and birth centres. My approach is calm, quiet and respectful in every setting.

How does on-call availability work?
Your session includes two weeks of full 24/7 on-call availability around your due date.
If you would like a longer window, it can be extended up to four weeks for an additional €150 per week.

As soon as labour begins, you or your support person can contact me at any time. We discuss in advance who will call me, when to reach out, and how to make sure I have enough time to arrive. I commit to being at your birth within two hours from the moment you contact me.

Will the photography disturb the birth process?
No. I photograph quietly from the background and use natural or available light whenever possible. Most parents say they barely noticed me during the most intense moments.

Can we request privacy or limit what you photograph?
Absolutely. You are in full control over what is photographed and what remains private. We discuss your wishes carefully before the birth, and your comfort always comes first.

What if the birth is very fast or progresses unexpectedly?
Fast labours are completely normal. I come as soon as I receive your call, and our pre-birth consultation helps ensure everyone knows when to contact me so I can arrive in time. If the birth is too quick for me to reach you before the baby is born, I continue the session by documenting the first hours, bonding and the quiet moments that follow.