Why You Should Add on a Maternity Session: The Benefits of Photography During Pregnancy

There are many reasons why you should add professional maternity photos when booking your newborn photography session. Whether it's your first child or your fourth, these are moments that are just as important as your wedding!

Here are just a few of the benefits:

You will have beautiful images of your baby bump to look back on.

It is a great way to document your pregnancy.

You can use the images for announcements, birth announcements, or even as part of your baby's nursery décor.

It's a great experience to bond with your partner

Welcoming a new child into your lives is so special! Celebrate it!

Have an excuse to get all dressed up

During pregnancy, many of us are not feeling very beautiful at times and are a little self-conscious. We spend more time wearing what's comfortable and a much smaller amount of time on hair and makeup. Maternity photos are a great excuse to get dressed up and celebrate this new exciting time in your life. Maternity sessions will give you the chance to enjoy yourself and remember how incredible you are!

Capture the joy and anticipation

Pregnancy is a beautiful moment in time to look forward to your future happily and wonderfully. Over time, as you continue to work with your baby to raise your son or daughter, you will remember how anxious you were to meet him or her. Maternity photos capture a moment that can help us remember this feeling over the coming years.

Celebrate your pregnancy journey

Pregnancy can be an enjoyable part of your daily life. When your body changes, it is often hard to remember just how amazing pregnancy really can be. Taking maternity photographs helps you focus largely on what your body is working hard at instead of the way you appear; it reminds you how happy you are when you have your child.

Reveal the gender or name of your child

A professional pregnancy session might make fun memories for both big siblings and parents. It is fun to announce to the world by taking maternity photos. Find a Pinterest list that inspires you. Think about hobbies or interests that are your partner's hobbies as inspirations in your story, telling the world.

Mark this moment in your family's growth

Nine months can feel like a lifetime. (especially that last trimester which lasts approximately 999,999,999 years). But in reality, things go by so fast that we forget something we never even knew existed. Your pregnancy is one good reason to take maternity photos with your partner. It's very important for parents to take time to have a maternity photo session that documents celebrate the new life coming.

When should you schedule a maternity session?

You can schedule your maternity session as soon as you find out your expected due date! A maternity photo session is best done between 30-34 weeks of gestation. This is typically toward the end of the second trimester when you're still feeling semi-comfortable. Since baby is usually typically ready to enter the world anytime after 37 weeks we don't want to schedule a maternity session too late and miss our opportunity if baby decides to make his or her arrival a little early.

How do you prepare for a maternity photo session?

Preparing for maternity sessions doesn't have to be complicated. We can chat about your vision for your maternity photos. Are you interested in studio portraits or an on-location maternity photo session out in nature or in the city? After a location is narrowed down you'll want to consider the weather and outfits. Do you want to up the pampering by having your hair and makeup professionally done before your photography session? There are so many fun and creative ways we can celebrate the life your body is creating.

It feels like a lot, but do not stress! Here at Oh My Darling Photography, I am here to guide you every step of the way! This is a moment that deserves professional photography documentation! If you'd like to add professional maternity photos to your newborn package we have a great special for you! Contact me today to get them scheduled.