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the birth of apolonia janina :: Northern Virginia Birth Photographer

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Just a month before her due date, Aleksandra contacted me about shooting her birth story. She had hardly any photos at all from her first two births, so she knew from experience how important it was for these fleeting moments to be captured. Her labor was fast and explosive, and I walked opened the door to the hospital room just as Apolonia was making her appearance. This was Aleksandra’s second VBAC, and she birthed her 9.5 pound baby girl completely naturally without any drugs. Let me tell you – she is one strong and powerful mama. I loved being able to spend these first precious moments with this loving family. There were lots and lots of snuggles – my favorite! Welcome to the world, Apolonia – I was so happy to spend your first few moments with you. I hope someday you are able to look at these pictures and know the love and joy with which you were welcomed into the world.

  1. Aleksandra says:

    Heidi –

    Tears of joy stream down my face as I watch this moving slideshow. I am so glad you were a member of our Birth Team. You are a really talented photographer and your work is truly one of a kind. Terry and I are thrilled that we found you as the photographer for our maternity, birth and newborn sessions. I also appreciate your kind words of encouragement and support. Thank you for everything!

    In postpartum bliss,
    Aleksandra

  2. Nichola says:

    Wow, this was a great album of photos for a great family! Beautiful!

  3. Karen Yuschak says:

    Congratulations to your beautiful addition. Wonderful pictures. I can’t wait to see her with her big brothers. Love and prayers of health and happiness for the Pitner Family!

  4. Sarah says:

    This was the most beautiful presentation. There were tears in my eyes! Congratulations to you both. She is just a treasure!

  5. Anna says:

    What a wonderful Dzien Kobiet gift 🙂 Congratulations! Apolonia is beautiful!

  6. Shannon D. says:

    Congratulations to all FIVE of you! Warm snuggles & lots of love. We miss you!

  7. Bogusia says:

    Gratulacje Olu ! . No to teraz masz już “wszystkie dzieci w domu “. MaÅ‚a jest Å›liczna , wracajcie szybko do formy. Chociaż to ostatnie to raczej do Ciebie bo Pola wyglÄ…da jak okaz zdrowia :).

  8. Jenny McCoy says:

    so happy to hear the wonderful news! Congratulations! Can’t wait to meet her here–you must bring her by Jazzercise! I knew how strong you were! 🙂

  9. What wonderful memories to cherish! Congratulations, we can’t wait to meet your newest family member!

  10. Kelly Sauer says:

    Okay, you need to meet the Portfolio Slideshow Pro plugin. 😉

  11. Elżbieta, Czesław says:

    Gratulujemy Rodzicom!!! Pola jest śliczna, życzymy by była dla Was Wielką Radością . Niech rozwija się zdrowo.

  12. Susan Kerr says:

    Aleksandra:

    Our Lord has truly blessed you and Terry with such a lovely family. Apolonia will be the princess amongst your princes, for sure. Congratulations to the Pitners on this glorious occasion.

    All the best,
    Susan

  13. Barbara i Janusz says:

    Gratulujemy ślicznej córeczki.
    Zyczymy Wam wszyskim wszystkiego dobrego a przede wszystkim zdrowia.
    Basia i Janusz
    P.S Macie teraz super pamiÄ…tke.

  14. Susan Cradock says:

    I am so happy for you all. God bless you all.welcome Apolonia. With love Susan

  15. Wojciech i Małgorzata says:

    Cieszymy siÄ™ z Wami i gratulujemy!
    Sami czekamy z niecierpliwością na wnuczkę

  16. Nina says:

    Aleksandra,Terry, Leopold & Teodor,

    Congratulations on the arrival of Apolonia! I wish your family much happiness. Enjoy every moment. Welcome to a pink world.

    Aleksandra, you are a courageous woman to deliver a 9.5 pounds baby with no anesthesia! Wow…

    I look forward to visiting with all of you.

    Nina

  17. Amy Henrickson says:

    Congratulations, Aleksandra! You are truly “blessed among women”. Warm wishes to all of you.
    Love, Amy

  18. Dzidka i Ziutek, Agnieszka, Wojtek i Maja says:

    Witamy na świecie małą Polę, życzymy Ci wszystkiego co najpiękniejsze i najweselsze.
    Szczęśliwym Rodzicom gratulujemy, a starszym braciom Leo i Teo życzymy wielu cudownych chwil zabawy z Siostrzyczką.
    Pozdrawiamy całą Waszą piątkę

  19. Meridith says:

    Congratulations Aleksandra and your whole family! I was so happy to hear the news of Apolonia’s birth. The photographs are beautiful. What a joyous occasion. And Apolonia’s birthday will always be shared with International Women’s Day. I know because it is also my Libby’s birthday, one year earlier. Congratulations!! And look forward to seeing you and meeting Apolonia soon. Fondly, Meridith

  20. Lee Pitner says:

    Terry,
    I am very proud of you. You completed your fathering duty and still had the energy to visit Aledsandra and Apolonia.
    Beautiful baby and great presentation.
    Uncle Lee

  21. Agnieszka Apostol says:

    Kochana,
    piekne zdjecia i sliczna coreczka. Gratulacje dla wszystkich i dla dziadkow rowniez , pierwsza wnuczka !!! A.

  22. Irela Castillo says:

    Marvelous……!!!!!! May God Bless Apolonia and the entire Pitner family. This web didn’t have the slide show. Please see that I receive the same. Besos……..Irela

  23. iwonka i roman says:

    moje gratulacje Apolonia wyglada slicznie,szybkiego powrotu do zdrowia!!!

  24. Irene says:

    Beautiful!!!!! Heidi, you absolutely captured some incredible moments of this sweet girl’s birth. You can tell how happy mom and dad are too. So proud of you, mama!!!!!!!!!

  25. Lina says:

    oh my goodness! So beautiful! Edwin kept pointing and saying, “Baby!”

  26. NINA GORELOVA says:

    Александра и Терри, я так за вас рада. Девочка прелестная и шоу просто потрясающее. Я никогда таких раньше не видела.
    Поздравляю!
    Ждём вас всех в Москве, чтобы ещё раз поздравить.

    Нина

  27. ANNA says:

    ДОРОГАЯ АЛЕКСАНДРА!!!!

    ПРИМИТЕ МОИ САМЫЕ ИСКРЕННИЕ ПОЗДРАВЛЕНИЯ С РОЖДЕНИЕМ ВАШЕЙ ДОЛГОЖДАННОЙ ДОЧКИ!!!
    ПУСТЬ ОНА РАСТЕТ ЗДОРОВАЯ, УМНАЯ, СЧАСТЛИВАЯ И ЕЖЕМИНУТНО ПРИНОСИТ РАДОСТЬ ВАМ, ПАПЕ И СТАРШИМ БРАТЬЯМ!!!! НЕОБЫКНОВЕННО ТРОГАТЕЛЬНЫЙ ФИЛЬМ,ОЧЕНЬ КРАСИВАЯ ДЕВОЧКА И РОДИТЕЛИ СВЕТЯТСЯ ОТ CЧАСТЬЯ!!!
    ТЕПЕРЬ ВЫ С ГОРДОСТЬЮ БУДЕТЕ ГОВОРИТЬ “У НАС ДОЧКА И ДВА СЫНА”!!!!!
    НАСЛАЖДАЙТЕСЬ КАЖДОЙ СЕКУНДОЙ ВАШЕГО МАТЕРИНСТВА И ЖДУ ВАС В МОСКВЕ, ЧТОБЫ ЛИЧНО ПОЗНАКОМИЬСЯ С АПОЛОНИЕЙ!!!

    АННА

  28. Larissa says:

    Дорогая Александра!

    Мои самые сердечные поздравления!!! Такой замечательный подарок к празднику Весны!!! И такой замечательный день, чтобы родиться девочке!!! Пусть растет умницей и красавицей на радость маме и папе!!!

    С пожеланиями всего самого наилучшего,
    Лариса

  29. Jennifer Bloch says:

    Welcome to the world baby girl! Go through your days knowing that you were loved long before you took your first breath. Just the thought of you, being the exactly perfect you, thrilled your mother and father and big brothers. Walk through your life at the side of your brothers for they will always be with you. Follow your mama, she is one of the bravest, boldest, strongest women I know. She will never lead you astray She will be your biggest fan, and always have your best interest at heart. Lean on your Daddy, for you will forever be the Apple of his eye. Many blessings to you and the family that adores you.

  30. Maria Elena de la Cruz says:

    Que alegria tan grande la llegada de una nina, muchas felicidades y le doy gracias a Dios que usted me permite disfrutar con ustedes de su felicidad
    que Dios los bendiga a los cinco que sean siempre una linda familia

  31. Holly Lindquist Thomas says:

    Congratulations, Pitners, and Welcome to the world, Apolonia! We’re so glad you’ve come!
    Holly

  32. няня Зоя says:

    Дорогая Александра! Сердечно и искренне поздравляю Вашу семью и Ваших родителей с появлением такого великолепного ангела-настоящей принцессой Аполонии. От всей души желаю всем вам здоровья,успехов. Пусть она всегда будет счастлива и растеё вам всем на радость. Она великолепна,а Вы
    ,Александра -молодец. Я вас всех люблю.

  33. Laura says:

    Congratulations! She is beautiful and you all look so happy. Best wishes.

  34. Joanna i Piotrek says:

    Gratulujemy! Życzymy zdrowia dla całej Waszej Rodzinki i wielu pięknych, wspólnych chwil.

  35. Lena i Artur says:

    Serdeczne gratulacje dla Rodziców 🙂 film wzruszajÄ…cy, caÅ‚ujemy Was i życzymy caÅ‚ej Rodzince dużo zdrowia i szczęśliwych chwil! Lena i Artur ze specjalnymi i gorÄ…cymi ucaÅ‚owaniami od Cioci Urszuli

  36. AnnaMarie Capuano says:

    Oh, Aleksandra. She is so precious. I love the one of her resting peacefully on Daddy’s chest (the first one).
    I’m so happy for you all!! What a lucky little girl – just starting out, with her entire life ahead of her, and to be born into such a wonderful family.
    Again, congratulations to you all!!
    Welcome to the world baby Apolonia. Enjoy the ride, it’s going to be fantastic!! =) xoxoxo

  37. Aleksandra Skowron says:

    Gratulacje Kochani!!! I am very happy for You!!!

  38. Sharon says:

    Congratulations Pitner family!! You all looked as though you were thinking, “Ah, yes. Now our family is complete!” The photograghy is so moving. Heidi really captured the miraculous beauty and emotion of bringing a life into this world. May God richly bless your family!
    In Christ’s Love, Sharon

  39. Ely says:

    These are gorgeous photos. Thank you for sharing them with us. What a blessing to both be able to bring this beautiful little child into the world AND to have such a wonderful photo memories of the event. We look forward to seeing more photos of Apolonia as she grows. Many congratulations from the Whitaker family!

  40. Kasia, Michał i Tosia says:

    Unikatowa pamiÄ…tka na caÅ‚e życie. WyjÄ…tkowe zdjÄ™cia 🙂 Serdeczne gratulacje dla Rodziców, Dziadków i Braci 🙂

  41. Donna says:

    Thank you for sharing such a beautiful experience. Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby girl! Truly beautiful pictures.

  42. Al & Linda Pitner says:

    Apolonia, what a pretty girl. We are so fortunate to have you as part of our family. We will have lots of fun in the future. Your smile lights up our world. You are loved,
    Grandma & Grandpa

  43. emel says:

    How lovely all the pictures are.. Have a great, happy, joyful and lucky life Apolonia.. Congrulations to Pitner Family::)). You just look so happy Alexandra so sweet.. Thanks for sharing to photos.. Love from Tashkent.. Emel

  44. Victoria Olsa says:

    Еще раз пересмотрела Ваши фотографии. Александра, Ñ‚Ñ‹ молодец! Мои поздравления тебя и Терри и конечно старшим братьям. Аполонья – красавица! Пусть растет на радость родителям, здоровья ей и маме! Поздравляю!

  45. Richard Bass says:

    Im sooo happy to hear the family is doing well and growing. Things here are doing well.

    Best wishes to the whole family.

    Rich Bass

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