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EMILY SANTI — CENTRAL FLORIDA — BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHER, VIDEOGRAPHER, & DOULA

Your birth deserved

to be remembered.

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I'm Emily Santi. I photograph and film births, and I work as a doula for families in Orlando and across Central Florida. I'm a Birth Becomes You certified and IAPBP accredited birth photographer, and for more than seven years I've been showing up for families on what I call their birth-day, over 150 of them so far.

I photograph home births, hospital births, birth center births, every setting, every kind of labor. Every mother's birth is different, and I photograph it exactly as it happens for her. No two stories are the same, and every one matters.

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Collections

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Birth Story

Hospital - Home - Birth Center

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Maternity

Editorial portraits, on-location in Central Florida

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Fresh 48

The first forty-eight hours.

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Newborn

At home, in the first weeks

As seen in

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"I truly can't imagine our birth without her."

"Emily was so much more than a photographer or doula—she was an unwavering source of support through my 40-hour labor. She advocated for us, anticipated what we needed before we even knew ourselves, and somehow captured every meaningful moment without ever being intrusive."

— Alexandra N.

"She documented our birth with such artistry while supporting us every step of the way."

"Emily walked with us through every step with wisdom, compassion, and genuine care. She documented our four-day labor with such artistry that every image feels like a treasured memory."

— Savannah B.

"The photographs are breathtaking—but what we'll always remember is how cared for we felt."

"Emily genuinely cares about the families she serves beyond just taking pictures. She made us feel safe, supported, and completely seen throughout our birth experience."

— Morgan M.

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Frequently asked Q’S

When should I book a birth photographer?

Most families book with me between 15 and 20 weeks. I take a limited number of due dates each month so that being on call means being genuinely available. If you're further along, ask anyway — late dates sometimes open.

What happens if I go into labor early?

I'm on call from 37 weeks, and for early labor before that, I keep a vetted backup birth photographer briefed on your story. You are never left without coverage.

Do you travel outside Orlando?

I serve all of Central Florida — Winter Park, Windermere, Winter Garden, Clermont, Lake Nona, Sanford, and Mount Dora are all included. Travel beyond a 60-mile radius is available with a small travel fee.

How much does birth photography cost?

Preserving your birth story is an investment in memories you’ll return to for a lifetime. Birth photography collections begin at $2,000 and include options for full birth coverage, cinematic films, Fresh 48 sessions, maternity, and doula support. A complete personalized quote is provided after your consultation.

Can you be my doula and my photographer?

Yes! Many families choose exactly that. As a certified, trained birth doula, I put the camera down whenever hands are needed. It also means one familiar person in the room instead of two.

Do you attend hospital births?

Absolutely. From AdventHealth Orlando and Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies to AdventHealth Celebration, Winter Park, Altamonte Springs, South Lake Hospital, and beyond, I'm experienced in documenting births across Central Florida. I also attend birth center and home births.

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