This maternity session from last month needed an entire blog post all to itself. Talk about STUNNING. These two absolutely killed it and I am quite honestly obsessed with every single photo.
This soon to be momma was all about the simple, yet stunning vibes and I am in love with how it turned out! That dramatic contrast between her beautiful black dress and the white background?? NO WORDS 🔥
If you’re expecting…first of all, CONGRATS!! I’m so freaking happy for you! If you have not yet booked any maternity or newborn photos, I’m here to tell you that you absolutely should. These seasons are going to go by so so quick. Seriously. It feels like you blink and the newborn stage is already over and they aren’t so little anymore 😭
Been meaning to book that session but haven’t gotten around to it yet? Don’t worry, I’ve made it super easy to make sure each of these special seasons of motherhood are documented for you to be able to look back and cherish these memories for years to come. If you’ve got a little one on the way, keep reading for my top recommendation for which sessions to book and when for the ideal motherhood package.
PART 1: The Maternity Session
First things first…get your maternity session on the calendar! I get asked a lot if maternity sessions are really worth it, and they 100% are. This season is just important to document as the newborn phase! I’ve heard from so many mamas who didn’t get maternity photos and wish they would have. Trust me, you won’t regret it!
I highly recommend doing a studio mini session for your maternity photos. This is only a 15 minute session but you’ll still get plenty of great photos. I usually offer 2 studio mini session dates each month when these can be booked. Make sure you’re signed up for my email list since I send mini session dates over there first!
We can schedule your maternity session for anytime during your pregnancy, but I recommend doing it when you are in your third trimester when the bump is bumpin’ for the best photos!
PART 2: The Newborn Session
Next we’ll want to get your newborn session booked! This time goes by soooo fast which is why it’s so important to capture those memories of them while they’re still a tiny little sleepy squish. I have a few different newborn session package options, but I highly recommend going with the full newborn session. This way you’ll get tons of photos in your gallery, and family photos will be included too so you can bring along siblings and pets!
I recommend reaching out to schedule your newborn session anytime after your first trimester, and aiming for your session to be somewhere within baby’s first 2 weeks of life. If you want to make things easy, you can totally reach out and we’ll get your maternity and newborn sessions scheduled all at the same time! And don’t worry, I always keep some flexibility in my schedule incase baby is early or late and we need to reschedule your session.
PART 3: The Sitting Session
When you book a full newborn session, you’ll also get a complimentary sitting session! You get to bring babe back in the studio when they are around 6-9 months old for some updated photos of your growing little one. I recommend you wait until they show signs of beginning to sit up on their own and then we can get you scheduled.
PART 4: The One Year Session
This one is my personal favorite because these sessions are an absolute blast. When your little one turns one, bring them into the studio to celebrate this milestone! I recommend booking this session while you’re at your sitting session! If you book the full one year session, I provide a complimentary smash cake and we’ll get tons of adorable photos of them with frosting in between their toes and all in their hair. It’s the best time and we’ll make all the fun memories!
Ready to book your session? Just fill out the contact form on my website and we’ll chat details! If you have any questions about booking your session, feel free to message me! I’d love to help you find the perfect session for documenting YOUR family.
