The Greatest Gift
Photos and Writing by Patrick Berish
Sara Keifer has looked forward to being a mother for a long time. Sometimes people are born to do certain things; Sara was born to be a mother.
Getting pregnant is a challenging and emotional feat. Sara’s first pregnancy tragically ended in a miscarriage, making her second pregnancy all the more nerve-wracking. Even through that experience she remained optimistic there would be a rainbow after the storm.
Through several months of pregnancy, all tests have indicated the baby is healthy and that, this holiday season, she will deliver to her and her husband the greatest gift of all: a new member of the family.
Daddy showing some love in front of the tree.
Friends gather for Sara’s baby shower as they prepare to welcome a future Coug fan.
First ultrasound photo.
Baby Jay earns a spot on the Christmas tree.
Custom nameplate in the nursery.
Sara and her husband, James, celebrating early at Disneyland.
6 months along…making progress!
Sara visits home, in Seattle, just before she has the baby.
Sara shares a quiet moment with her baby.
The nursery is prepped and ready to go!