Maternity Session | Erica is Having a Baby!

When you are expecting, there are so many emotions swirling through the air, as well as changes to your body almost daily, it seems. There’s excitement about the miracle that is happening within your body. There is the need to pee constantly. (I know I just heard some amens, LOL!!) There are the outward signs of pregnancy like baby bump, swelling of ankles and other areas, and the curve in the back as baby grows. The crazy cravings. Nausea. And more! It’s no wonder that expectant mamas can feel sickly, large, overwhelmed, and just overall uncomfortable.

As a maternity photographer, it is my job to help expecting moms feel at ease. We speak over the phone at least once prior to our session together, to go over what mom can expect during our session.

We talk about any concerns she has, trouble areas on her body she feels I need to be aware of, and generally get to know one another. Once this conversation is over, she knows a little about me and can feel confident to call or text me anytime with questions or concerns that pop up.

I feel it is super important to connect with mom prior to her arrival at my studio, so that we can get straight to work and get the most out of our time together when she arrives.

Another part of being a maternity photographer, is keeping the safety of mom and baby at the forefront at all times. I will never risk their safety for the benefit of a neat or pretty shot.

During our time together, I am constantly aware of mom’s comfort, adjusting her into positions that are comfortable for an expectant mother, making sure she is hydrated and fed, and generally just having her feeling like the treasure she is.

This season, though full of emotions, is a beautiful and short season…one that many do not get the blessing of experiencing. I love helping expectant moms to see what we see when we look upon them, a gorgeous mother who is growing a precious little miracle inside. She is glowing. She is beautiful. She is a walking miracle.

If you would like to schedule a maternity session, please reach out to me. I would love to connect with you and help capture this amazing season for you! Let’s connect today!