Maternity photoshoot anyone? Congratulations on your pregnancy and for surviving the swollen ankles, heartburn and the already sleepless nights wriggly about in bed trying to get comfy! With all those things in mind, I know that a maternity photoshoot is not on your list of priorities right now, but I’m here to tell you it should be!
These nine months, whilst they feel like they drag at times, actually fly by and once your bump has gone, you are going to miss it…those little feet kicking you in the ribs and that lovely squirming inside when you stroke your belly 🙂 You need to treasure this time and capturing it really is something I would recommend. Even if you don’t get a professional maternity photoshoot, document this time, it’s the start of your baby’s story and they will love those photos forever, as will future generations.
Excuses we tell ourselves to stop us booking a maternity photoshoot:
- I feel too fat…I get this one a lot and I also use the same excuse to myself not pregnant. However now when I look back at those ‘fat’ pictures I realise how great I looked and wish I looked like that now 😉 I also look at old pictures of my parents and grandparents and not once do I look at their weight, I look at them with love and affection and thats what your baby will think when they look at these in years to come! I am so gutted I hardly took any pictures when I was pregnant as I didn’t feel like myself and I know I can’t ever get that time back. I promise you that you will feel like a Goddess by the time we get into the shoot and you will love the photos!
- I don’t know how to pose…Most people don’t so there is no need to worry, we will guide you through everything and help you into flattering poses and angles. We are used to working with all body shapes and you will have a positive and fun experience.
- I don’t have anything to wear…We have a wide range of outfits that will fit and flatter all body shapes and sizes. You are welcome to bring your own outfits though and we are on hand to discuss this before the shoot, you are also welcome to pop i and see what we have 🙂
- I don’t have a perfect bump…Every baby bump is unique and amazing! Again, we can work with you to get into the most flattering angles and show your bump off to its full potential.
- It’s too late in the pregnancy – It’s never too late, we have had ladies in here at 40+ weeks who decided last minute they wanted to capture this moment. We even had one in and then the baby arrived the next day!
Still not convinced? Check out these reviews:
‘I cannot thank you enough for the maternity photoshoot I had with you today, I was dreading it and didn’t feel confident at all coming into the studio. However I left feeling on top of the world and like a supermodel. You put me at ease the moment I walked in and I loved trying on all the dresses. I am blown away at the pictures I saw just on the back of your camera, let alone the edited ones. I did not think I could look like that and can’t wait to see the finished product! Natasha
“After seeing my friend’s maternity pictures I had to book in and I am so glad I did. You made me feel beautiful and glowing. I have really struggled this pregnancy and did not want to have photos taken but my friend convinced me and I am so grateful. I will treasure these forever and can’t wait for you to capture our baby’s first pictures, thank you so much.” Sam
When is the best time to have a maternity photoshoot?
I would recommend anywhere from 32 weeks onwards, depending on your bump size. You want to still feel comfortable and able to stand for short periods. If you have booked a shoot and get to that date and think your bump isn’t quite big enough yet then we can push it back a few weeks. Alternatively, if you get a few weeks away from your shoot and already feel like you are getting uncomfortable then we can bring it forward 🙂
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