In the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, a stunning photo shoot emerged featuring eight radiant moms-to-be, a testament to the resilience of life amidst chaos. Photographer Emily Johnson captured the essence of these expectant mothers, who found themselves together during the storm that swept through the Lowcountry last fall, leaving many residents stranded in their homes.
Emily shared the breathtaking images on her social media, remarking, “In October 2016, Hurricane Matthew hit our area, leading to mandatory evacuations. While many fled, others chose to stay put, enduring the storm as trees and homes were damaged.” (Spoiler: these remarkable women were among those who sheltered in place.)
What does one do when confined indoors, surrounded by candlelight and the comforting presence of a partner? Sure, you could tackle that long-overdue home project or pay bills, but let’s be real—there are more exciting ways to spend your time.
Emily decided to reach out for “hurricane moms” on her platform, and the response was overwhelming. “I received so many inquiries! The challenge was coordinating two photo shoots that fit everyone’s schedule,” she explained. We can imagine her initial post might’ve been something like, “Hey, did you, um, happen to conceive during the storm?” or something along those lines.
As the area began to recover, Emily reflected on the beauty that emerged from the devastation. “Though much was lost, eight little miracles were created. I organized two special photo shoots for these incredible women, each carrying a baby conceived during Hurricane Matthew!”
Hurricane Matthew was a force to be reckoned with, marking the first Category Five hurricane in the Atlantic since 2007, leading to mass evacuations due to anticipated high winds and flooding. In South Carolina, over half a million people lost power as the storm raged.
“A few of the moms were acquaintances, but most didn’t know each other prior to the shoot. It was heartwarming to see them bond during our time together,” Emily shared. She created a group for the moms to plan the shoots and now they use it to support one another throughout their pregnancies. Living in South Carolina, with all but one expecting a girl, this shoot may foster beautiful friendships for both the mothers and their children.
Naturally, the big question is whether there will be a follow-up shoot once the babies arrive. “Absolutely!” Emily affirmed. “I would LOVE to arrange a follow-up shoot when all the hurricane babies are born!”
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In summary, the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew birthed not just challenges but also miracles, as eight expecting mothers came together to celebrate new life. Their journey illustrates the beauty of community and support in the face of adversity.