“As she was born, the doctor noticed that her hair had highlights. As we looked at the green fabric that blocks our vision, we realized it had come from a lock. What a surprise…”
The newborn was photographed in the maternity ward, and photographer Paula Beltrão received the pictures and decided to offer the family a photoshoot.
Shortly after the mother left the maternity hospital, photographer Paula Beltrão proposed an essay to the family, and Mayah, now 5 months old, has since found success online and captivates people wherever she goes with her cuteness and distinctive beauty.
She will come to realize how incredible this experience is, and that her parents are incredibly caring and have handled the situation perfectly.
The photographer was immediately enthusiastic about creating an essay about Mayah, remarking that she had never seen a baby quite like her. “I found her incredibly endearing. She slept really peacefully during the shoot. I told Thalita as soon as I saw her, ‘I need to photograph your kid, no matter what,'” she chuckled.
Mayah’s story didn’t become popular solely due to her unique attractiveness. After witnessing so much support for the girl, many individuals who also have a similar or comparable condition can relate to her background and learn to embrace themselves.
The mother noted, “I received numerous responses from others who share similar traits, indicating that their self-perception has changed. They began to embrace their differences with greater tolerance.”
Even strangers on the street recognized Mayah. They would pass us and exclaim, “That’s her! The baby with the unique hair is here.” I’d respond, “Yes, that’s her!” It’s wonderful—words can’t describe it.
Talyta observes, “Many wonderful people are entering our lives. She’s a kind little infant participating in these endeavors that seem to be for her. She’s handling it incredibly well.”
