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How to Prepare for Your Maternity Session

WHEN TO COME IN FOR THE SHOOT

For expecting mamas, a good time to do your maternity photos when you are between 28 and 36 weeks. Your belly is full but you are still comfortable to pose. However, some people may want to wait until their belly is fuller, bigger and others who run the risk of deliering earlier or don’t want to be as round may wait to get it down just before 28 weeks. For expecting mamas with twins (or more), come in earlier around 26 – 32 weeks as twins tend to arrive much earlier.

PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP AND HAIR

I highly recommend professional makeup and hair. Not only will this make your photographer’s work easier, you will feel beautiful and confident at your session. However if it’s not in the budget, your going-out-on-a-hot-date makeup and hair is fine too. Neutral looking fake lashes can really flatter your eyes.

WHAT TO WEAR

Wear whatever you feel comfortable and pretty in. Check out the following list as suggestions:

  • Maternity gowns can be rented during your shoot (Options here)
  • Neutral strapless bra and seamless underwear
  • Black bra and panty set
  • White/ivory bra and panty set (for those white background belly shots)
  • Lingerie sets
  • Tube top or belly band (I have tube tops in studio avail)
  • Regular jeans (not maternity ones) and camisole top
  • Buttoned shirt or blouse (either yours or husbands)
  • Long, flowy or form-fitting dress (e.g. tube dress or a summer maxi dress)
  • Button ups sweater or cardigans
  • Men’s button ups top (for significant other/husband)
  • Coordinating outfits (for significant other/husband and/or children)
  • Any favorite scarves, accessories, jewelries, etc.
  • Any sentimental items (e.g. baby ultrasound image)
  • Shoes are not neccesary, barefoot is often the way to go – please make sure to have a pedicure or clean feet and polish. If you do bring shoes, make sure they are clean shoes that have never been worn outside.