Why You Should Absolutely Book the Maternity Photos (Even If You’re Not Feeling It Yet)
5/22/2025
Let this be your gentle, heartfelt PSA: Book the maternity photos.
I know, I know—if you’re expecting, you might be tired, not feeling like yourself, or thinking “I’ll do it next week.” Maybe you’re even telling yourself that you’ll wait until you “look better,” “feel ready,” or “have more time.” But friend, let me lovingly remind you: this season is fleeting, and it’s so worth documenting.
As a maternity photographer (and a seasoned mama myself), I’ve heard all the reasons why people wait. And I get it. Pregnancy can be a rollercoaster of emotions—physically and mentally. But here’s the truth: you are already enough, right now. You are glowing, you are growing life, and that alone is miraculous.
You might not feel like your best self, but what if you could look back and see this chapter not through your inner critic—but through the lens of love? That’s what maternity photography offers. It’s not just about documenting a belly—it’s about capturing the transformation of a family, the anticipation, the tenderness, and the beauty of this incredible journey you’re on.
Maternity photos let you freeze a moment in time when everything is about to change. They give you a chance to celebrate what your body is doing, to honor the connection between you and your baby, and to reflect on the love that’s growing stronger every day.
And if you already have children, this session becomes a memory for them, too. A sweet reminder of when they were about to become a big brother or sister—something they’ll proudly point to in the years to come.
One thing I’ve never heard a parent say is, “I wish I hadn’t taken those maternity photos.” But I’ve heard plenty of people say, “I wish I had.”
There’s something sacred about capturing this season—the softness in your face, the way your hands naturally cradle your belly, the quiet strength in your eyes. These are moments you won’t get back, but through photos, you can return to them forever.
Even if you don’t feel picture-perfect (newsflash: no one ever really does), the goal isn’t perfection. It’s presence. It’s honesty. It’s preserving a love that’s already here and growing every day.
Whether we do the session in your home, among the trees, on the beach, or wrapped in golden light at sunset, maternity photography is about celebrating your story. It’s an act of self-love, of honoring the life you’re nurturing, and creating a keepsake that says, “I was here. I was becoming. I was love.”
And one day, your child will hold these photos and see the beginning of their story. They’ll see how loved they were before they ever arrived—and that is truly priceless.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time—this is it. Let’s capture your beautiful, growing story in a way that feels relaxed, natural, and full of heart.
Reach out today to book your maternity session. I’d be honored to help you celebrate this incredible season.
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