What You Need to Know Ahead of Your Maternity Photo Session
Hey Mama!
You’re expecting a baby. Congratulations! What a beautiful, special time in your life. I believe there’s no better way to document this journey into parenthood than with a maternity photo session! That way you can look back on this time for years to come and remember what it felt like. New to maternity photography? Here are some things you should know before your shoot!
This about you.
You’ve spent the last several months growing a human. How amazing and miraculous is that? A photoshoot like this is a great way to appreciate the incredible things your body is doing and document this time in your life! Even if you’re not feeling that glamourous, it’s important to remember that you deserve to celebrate this and pamper yourself.
There is a sweet spot.
It’s important to book your session in advance so you can have the best experience possible. I find the most optimal time to book your shoot is between 26 and 34 weeks. That way, you’re not so pregnant that you’re uncomfortable but far enough along that your bump is round and visible! If you’re a little further along, no worries! We’d still love to photograph you. Spots are limited, and we book up a couple of months in advance, so please reach out early to avoid any disappointment!
Plan ahead.
During your styling consultation, we’ll have a chance to plan out and discuss your wardrobe for the shoot. At LivePixels, we provide everything. From more conventional outfits like dresses, crop tops, etc. to a selection of beautiful fabrics that we can creatively drape into almost any dress imaginable, we’ve got you covered.
However, I want you to feel empowered and confident as much as possible during your shoot so if you’d like to bring your own outfits, go for it! Just make sure to select items that not only make you feel your most beautiful but that will also look amazing on camera. I love fabrics that are loose and flowy so we can create some really dynamic and visually interesting shots!
Take all the time you need.
When you book a photo session with me, my studio is yours for the day. If you haven’t done something like this before and you walk in feeling nervous, don’t worry! By having a full day booked out, we have the time to ease into it.
I want to make your dreams come to life.
Have you always wanted to do a maternity shoot? I want to hear about it! It’s important to me that we create images that you feel confident about and absolutely love. No matter what you’re envisioning for the shoot, I’m all ears to make it happen!
Let’s make it a family affair!
Even though this session is all about you and the incredible thing your body is doing, I always encourage my clients to bring in others as well! If you’re a first time mama, bring your partner in so we can document what the two of you created! And if you’re doing this for the second, third or fourth time, it can be a really special moment to include your other kiddos.