Battle the great outdoors, or vibe in the reliable studio? 

There are some pretty cool snowy maternity sessions, but I'll bet they weren’t a total joy to shoot! Freezing cold, quick, probably no outfit changes... not exactly the most fun stuff when you're bumpin'. 

The studio though? A sofa next to the warm fireplace, cozy atmosphere, tea, enough relaxation to make decisions, room and comfort to change... and the ability to think about these images in your home as ART, not just a photograph to post online. 

Feel confident in your baby bump without feeling too exposed

Let's be honest, some photography maternity gowns and outfits can get pretty revealing. And although pregnancy is absolutely beautiful and a work of art in itself (Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 64:8), we still feel a bit exposed in outdoor public areas. The studio is utterly private. Being on an upper level with high windows, no passerby can see our session. The changing room is cozy, and only me (a mom to 3) and your chosen people will even see you in a possibly vulnerable-feeling gown. This is your chance to embrace the raw beauty of your bump in a confident, comfortable environment without worry! 

Endless designs and wardrobe

It's a rare opportunity to be able to help design your own art. Like shopping in a store for the perfect piece, you can choose the backdrops, sets, and gowns to suite your current life season to create timeless artwork that will never age your walls or home. Instead of looking at those images and seeing "when I was pregnant", you'll see "what a beautiful moment in my life". A celebration of what's to come. A tribute to motherhood. A work of art. 

Posing is elegant, easy, low stress, and relaxing

Everyone has body insecurities. They do. And pregnancy doesn't make things easier. Sometimes when we're outdoors, we're focused on the scenery, but when we're in the studio, YOU are truly the spotlight. Tell me about your insecurities! I have all the posing tips and tricks to make you feel confident in your body, and all the reminders that you are uniquely beautiful. Not any body could be the same. It's what's inside that counts (1 Samuel 16:7).

Perfect precursor for a bump-to-baby session

If you're a first time mom and you jump right into a newborn session after delivery, things can get overwhelming very fast. Postpartum is a wild ride itself, but those first 6-7 days are absolutely insane! 

Trying to get together for an in-studio consultation while delivery draws near can also be a bit difficult with the pending stress. 

Doing a wintertime bump-to-baby session is a perfect opportunity to get familiar with my studio and see all I have to offer. We can plan and browse newborn wraps and props, and start to formulate a strategy so that your postpartum experience is as easy breezy as possible. When momma is relaxed, baby is relaxed!