I'm going to re-reply to this one because, in reference to the storytelling aspect of the images, Courtney & Jay presented a very unique opportunity for us because of the relation to my wife. They specifically wanted her to shoot these because they knew that due to that connection, we'd be taking particular care of their images. She is still due to pop any day now with their daughter, and had things worked out a little better on the timing, my wife would've had the opportunity to actually photograph the birth itself. Normally, I would cringe at that thought because, really...who wants that? Here's the deal: Jay is a firefighter and is actually going to be doing the delivery himself! TELL ME THAT'S NOT THE COOLEST FREAKING THING! :D
That totally beats cutting the cord! LOL
However, we'll still have a great opportunity in the coming weeks to get some beautiful newborn portraits.