There’s something magic about a late-summer maternity session in a sun-soaked orchard, especially when there’s an older sibling practically buzzing with excitement. This family was eagerly counting down the days until their newest little one arrived, and you could feel that anticipation in every moment. My job is to bottle up that mix of joy, connection, and “we’re almost there” energy so you can look back and remember exactly how this season felt.
Pregnancy looks and feels different for everyone. For some, it is a season of anticipation and excitement. For others, it is physically and emotionally heavy, filled with challenges, changes, and moments where you may not feel like yourself at all. No matter which experience you are living through, your maternity session is about honoring this chapter of your story, not performing for the camera or pretending you feel a certain way.
Whether this is your first baby or the next step in growing your family, I want your session to feel grounded in what matters most to you. We can photograph in your home where life is unfolding, or choose a location that holds meaning, or spend time soaking in these last moments with your older kids before everything shifts again. My role is to guide you gently, help you feel comfortable in your own skin, and create space for real connection to show through.
You may not feel radiant every day, and you may be unsure about stepping in front of the camera at all, but I promise you this. You will never regret having images that show the love, the anticipation, and the quiet strength of this season. One day, you will look back on these photos and be grateful you paused long enough to remember what this chapter truly felt like.
If you are on the fence, consider this your reminder that these moments are worth holding onto. I would be honored to help you document them.
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