Lets talk maternity photos.
Congratulations on the new baby! Maternity sessions are a definite must for expecting parents.
Maternity photos are something you can cherish forever, not to mention something great to add into those baby books!
Here are some of my tips to get you ready for your maternity photo session.....
What should I bring to my maternity session?
Great question! I highly encourage you to bring props to include in your maternity photos. It adds some extra fun!
Here are a few of my favorite ideas, feel free to pick from this list or bring props of your choosing!
Ultrasound photos
Bring your ultrasound photos, current or old, PLEASE! Ultrasound photos are my absolute favorite thing to incorporate into maternity sessions.
Baby clothes/accessories
Onesie, shoes, outfit, etc. Extra fun tip, bring a onesie with baby's name or due date on it!
Letter boards
Letter boards are fun to create a custom sign. You can include the baby's name, due date, or anything fun you'd like!
You can find these at lots of different stores for a great price, but here is one on Amazon for you to check out: https://a.co/d/7GSZLWY
*Chalk boards are a fun alternative as well!
Baby Book
Some of my favorite baby books:
Love you forever: https://a.co/d/3cNvBGZ
The wonderful things you will be: https://a.co/d/ez3Yn9B
Oh, baby, the places you'll go: https://a.co/d/aKMXBov
Snacks
Yes....SNACKS! Bring those pregnancy craving snacks to incorporate into the session, that way you will always be reminded what your food addiction was with your kiddo when they were in your tummy. What's better than stuffing your face at a photo shoot?! Dad's can have some fun too....bring them a nice cold one to sip on ;)
Other fun ideas to consider:
Do you have a theme for your baby's nursery? You can incorporate some themed props into your session.
Going with a Star Wars nursery? Bring some lightsabers!
The possibilities of props to incorporate into your maternity session are endless!
What should I wear to my maternity session?
Whatever YOU want!
Wanna be comfy? Wear leggings and a t-shirt.
Wanna dress up? Wear a fitted, long fancy looking maternity dress.
Wanna be casual? Wear jeans and a cute top.
Can't choose just one? Bring an outfit change.
If you want my opinion on what I think is best, ask me and I will help you out!
Should I bring my other child(ren) with me to join or just my partner?
That is completely up to you!
Although if you ask me what I think, I say bring the kids. Shoot, bring your pets if you want too!
Your child is about to be a big sibling!
They can wear a big brother/big sister shirt. I can take pics of them kissing and cuddling your belly.
We will start the session with photos including your child, then when we are ready to move on to just you and your partner alone...we can hand the kiddo your phone and some snacks to keep them occupied ;)
