There is a growing trend of inviting a "birthing" photographer into the delivery room. It's not just for celebrities anymore, many people are photographing the birth of their baby. There are photographers who specialize in this type of photography. They find themselves "on call" waiting on the birth, just like you and your family. The photos that I have seen were quite tasteful, uniquely emotional and beautiful, but I am not sure that I would have wanted anyone in the delivery room or during labor other than my husband and the health professionals. Many people choose to be surrounded by all their family members, so one more person in the room may not be a big deal for them.
If you are shutter shy or money conscience, another option may be to ask a family member who has an eye for photography to take these pictures. I would encourage you not to choose the father to take these pictures because I think that this added duty would take away from their birthing experience. Looking at the birth through a camera lens is not the same as seeing it up close and personal. Keep in mind this is a monumental life moment for Daddy as well.
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