Maternity Sessions

Pregnancy is a very beautiful time in a woman's life. Some women feel the most beautiful and have that "mommy glow". I suggest that every pregnant woman consider maternity photography. It is a time of celebration for you and your lil one.

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding a maternity photography session. If you don't see an answer to a question you may have, please feel free to contact me. My information is available at the end of this blog.

“When should I schedule my maternity photography session?”

I recommend women to schedule their maternity photography session between 28-36 weeks. This is the time where the pregnancy is showing but not too close to the due date where the mother-to-be may miss her scheduled photography session due to an early delivery. It is up to you to decide when within the time frame to schedule a session.

“May I bring my husband or children with me during a maternity photography session?"

Of course! Please feel free to bring your significant other and any children you may have. Photographing interactions between family members not only allows for variety in your maternity portraits, but adds another dimension of emotion in your photographs.


“I don’t want the studio look that other mainstream photography businesses provide. Can I can choose a location that has a special meaning to me? Is it okay if I bring a photograph from online or a magazine that I like for inspiration?”

I specialize in on-location/outdoor photography. We can choose an outdoor location that holds a special meaning to you or is scenic and beautiful. If your house has ample window light (large windows, sliding glass doors) I can photograph there.

There's no problem browsing the internet or magazines for inspiration. One of clients really liked the Bazaar cover with Britney Spears and we recreated the pose in her kitchen.


“How do I prepare for my maternity photography session?”

Take into consideration what you will be wearing to your maternity photography session. Make sure to wear a shirt that flatters your pregnant figure and shows off your belly. A solid colored maternity shirt or dress is ideal for your photography session.

Bold colors and stylish clothes are perfect for an outdoor session. If you have any fun accessories like sunglasses, a hat, scarf, an umbrella, I encourage you to bring them.

Please avoid tight-fitting bands from maternity and stretchy clothes. These will leave pressure marks. You can roll the band down about an hour before the session to prevent these marks. Socks can leave marks too so I recommend wearing flip flops to your session and then changing into your preferred shoes.


For more information or to book a session, please visit my website or my Facebook page.

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