You are pregnant and considering a maternity shoot but overwhelmed and not sure where to start. As much as It’s an exciting time, it can be a scary time with so much happening so fast with only a small window of time to capture this chapter. For some it might be a time where being in front of the camera isn’t so appealing. Whether you have been excited for maternity photos or not, let me walk you through it.
When Should You Do A Maternity Shoot?
Let’s get the most important question out of the way because we have a small window that waits for nobody. 24-34 weeks is the sweet spot, about seven to eight months. We want the bump bumpin’ while you are still comfortable. Everyone is different, even pregnancy to pregnancy so plan on reaching out to your desired photographer well in advance of your 24 week mark. You want to make sure their availability lines up with your timeline. You do not want to push your session date too close to your due date.
Why You Need a Maternity Photoshoot
Ok, NEED might be relative but you won’t ever get this monumental moment again. EVER again. Even if you have multiple pregnancies, this exact moment won’t happen again and looking back wishing you would have done it is a regret not worth chancing. So, need becomes more of a value. Will you value these images for years to come? Is this a chapter that deserves being properly documented? I would say so. Pregnancy is a super power! Even carrying as a surrogate, like a past client session, this is a time worth remembering.
Here at Blue Flame, we are all about celebrating your body as it is and all that it does for you. We provide a safe space to allow yourself to embrace it. Sometimes that means just getting to a neutral mindset toward it. Your experience becoming/being pregnant is yours alone and your feelings about it will vary. Maybe you love being pregnant, maybe you don’t. There is no pressure here, we hear you either way. I have heard it plenty of times, some of my maternity clients are not thrilled about getting their picture taken when they don’t feel their best. Fully respect and understand that, however each one of those women told me how thankful they were for going through with their maternity photoshoot. Told me they needed it more than they realized; a day to feel beautiful and connect with their changing body.
Maternity Photoshoot Ideas
Despite what Pinterest will tell you, there are more than just lace or flowy dresses to wear for your session. There is more than just whatever is trendy at the moment. It’s a big reason I started doing simple studio maternity photography, to break those 2-3 ideas up. Your maternity photos will be important to you forever, maybe even passed down so going too trendy might not be your jam. Ultimately, it’s up to you and we work closely to bring your vision to live. I encourage you to express yourself and tap into emotions important to you. We can get creative, personal, unique while keeping you the main focus.
Maternity Outfits
Or lack thereof, but we are going to show you off. Maternity does mean it has to be maternal. Have fun with your looks from skin tight dresses/bodysuits with boots. Graphic shirt with your favorite bottoms and tall socks. Blazer with nothing under. Overalls, buttons up shirts, leather jackets…. For all kinds of maternity photoshoot outfits click here. Blue Flame studio maternity sessions can be sexy, playful, sweet, spicy, soft etc
Maternity Props
More like enhancements, because I am not a huge fan of distracting props. You are main character energy and more than enough! I encourage small enhancements like hats, scarves, headbands, flowers/foliage, you or your partner’s favorite book or a notebook with letters to baby.
Maternity Poses
In 2023 heart hands on the belly is out and sassy body language is in. Ok, it doesn’t have to be sassy but you get the idea. What poses inspire you? What emotion are we capturing here? Just like getting creative with your outfits, I will get creative with your posing to elevate your images. And don’t worry, I will be guiding you through all your poses.
Did I give you even more to think about? Deep breath because a maternity session with me includes a Session Design Call where we will go over outfits, things to bring, poses and your vision to make sure we are both clear before session day. I got you.
Can I do a Boudoir Maternity Photoshoot?
Short and sweet here – YES and you already know I am all for it. You are in control; wanna get spicy, hell yes. Wanna keep it soft and more lifestyle, yes please. Boudoir and maternity go well together.
Bring Your Maternity Photos To Life With Blue Flame
A photograph is worth a thousand words. Photos trigger core memories, feelings and emotions by bringing us back to that moment. Your Blue Flame studio maternity experience is designed to elevate your images and spirit. With my background in specializing in working with intimate women’s portraits you are in good hands. We will work closely to talk over your comfort level, go over your vision (or if you don’t have one, bring one to life) and plan details to create images beyond your expectations.
I would be honored to work with you. For more details on a maternity photoshoot with me click here.
