As a newborn photographer, I get to hold space for so many amazing conversations with new mums. They share their birth experiences, we chat about how their babies are sleeping (mine were terrible sleepers so I'm always very sympathetic!), and how they’re feeling in this exciting yet challenging chapter. It's such an honour to be part of these moments. I always leave feeling so grateful for the opportunity to witness these beautiful stories unfold.
One comment that consistently pops up from mums who didn’t have a maternity shoot is: “I wish I’d had a maternity shoot.” I hear this time and time again, and it makes me want to talk about the importance of documenting this special time. Pregnancy is a fleeting, once-in-a-lifetime experience. The third trimester, in particular, goes by in a flash. A maternity shoot gives you the chance to celebrate this incredible feat your body is accomplishing. Did you know that carrying a baby is like running a 40-week marathon? You deserve to honour that strength and beauty.
What's stopping you?
1. Time
I totally get it—life feels like it’s speeding by, especially in the third trimester. You’re finishing up work, nesting, preparing for labour, and making sure everything is in place before your little one arrives. It’s a lot. But here's the thing: All I need is just 60-90 minutes of your time to create something special. I encourage you to take that time for yourself. In the whirlwind of pregnancy and the demands of life, it’s important to hit pause and celebrate this fleeting moment.
2. Body Image & Fatigue
Pregnancy can be tough on both the mind and body. There’s the physical exhaustion, your changing body, and sometimes just not feeling your best. But that’s all the more reason to celebrate this incredible journey! Many mums tell me they want photos to remind themselves of the strength they’ve had to get through the ups and downs of pregnancy. My personal experience was to finally celebrate getting to the third trimester after years of loss and IVF. Your body is achieving an amazing feat. You deserve to have these moments captured, to look back on them as symbols of the strength and resilience you've shown. One mum even told me that she looked at her maternity images during birth to remind herself how strong she was.
sadie
"My first baby was born prematurely so I didn’t really get super pregnant. I’d promised myself that I would have a shoot to really cherish my my bump and my pregnancy this time around if I could. And it’s been such a lovely gift to give to myself. I had some ideas in my head of what I wanted - the classic bump shots etc and Becky definitely delivered those in a beautiful way but also captured details I hadn’t thought of. I love a shot of my bump where you can see ‘the line’ and my sticky out belly button!"
3. It Doesn’t Feel Like You
Maternity shoots don't have to fit the traditional framework of studio lighting or flowing dresses in a field. If those options don’t feel “you,” that’s totally okay! I want your maternity shoot to represent you. Maybe it’s at home, cozy on the sofa, or in the outdoors, climbing a tree barefoot, like one of my recent clients. Whether you want to remain fully clothed or completely strip off that's totally fine; I'm here to to support you with your choices and will help with both clothing and posing ideas. Pregnancy is as unique as you are, and your shoot should reflect that. Let’s create images that feel authentic and true to who you are.
4. Cost
The financial aspect of preparing for a baby can feel overwhelming. From impending maternity leave costs to buying all the baby essentials, it’s easy to feel stretched. Trust me, as a mum of two, I get it. But you don’t want you to look back with regret. It's easy to feel like you should prioritise baby gear that is just as good second hand or that you later realise wasn't really an essential. Photography lasts well beyond the baby years and is a memory for years to come. I truly believe these memories are worth the investment—because you’ll never regret having those precious moments captured. And if you're thinking of a newborn shoot for when the baby arrives I offer a special maternity and newborn package so the session fee for each is half price!
kate
"All 3 of the shoots captured the 'bump' beautifully but also special moments with my husband and other children. Having these images professionally taken is honestly one of the best decisions I made - you just can't put a price on it."
5. you'll feel awkward having photos on your own
My job is to help you with this! It's totally normal to feel a bit awkward in front of the camera - we all do! We'll chat and I'll offer you direction for the best angles for you and your bump. The result: some amazing images for you to cherish. If you don't want to go solo we can get your partner involved-it's a perfect moment to connect! If you have other children it's a way to remember their relationship with your bump, and celebrate this transition before their world changes forever. You’ll have these photos to look back on, and to remind you of this transformative time.
beth
"Becky provided wonderful photography for my pregnancies...we can't recommend her highly enough. Her photographs speak for themselves and her technical ability is second to none; she has incredible attention to detail and possesses and innate ability to put everyone (including our 2 excitable kids) at ease. Her warmth and kindness makes the shoots incredibly enjoyable and she has captured the essence of some of our most special moments so beautifully providing us with memories to cherish."
Because you’ll never regret it.
Because memories like these are precious.
Because you deserve to tell your story, and have these treasures to hold onto for years to come.
Ready to capture your own maternity magic? I can't wait to help! Email me or download my Family Photography Brochure here for more info and prices. I have a maternity/newborn bundle to capture both of these important milestones at a discount rate.
