Let’s talk about pregnancy photography. Not the dreamy, soft-focus, lace-draped, pastel-background kind. That’s been done. And if that’s your thing, that’s totally fine. But I believe maternity photography should be about more than floating dresses and angelic glows.

Pregnancy is raw. It’s powerful. It’s a woman’s body doing something absolutely extraordinary. And that’s exactly how it should be photographed.

Your Body, Your Story

Pregnancy isn’t about looking like a porcelain doll—it’s about feeling like a warrior. Your body is stretching, growing, shifting in ways you never imagined, and that’s nothing to shy away from. It’s something to celebrate. There is strength in the curve of your belly, beauty in the lines forming on your skin, and power in the way your body instinctively knows what to do.

Let’s break the outdated idea that maternity photography has to be soft and delicate. Why not fierce? Why not bold? Why not humorous? Imagine yourself striking a superhero pose, rocking a leather jacket, or even playfully parodying the chaos of pregnancy (a milkshake in one hand, a “help” sign in the other). There are no rules. There’s only you—and this wild, beautiful phase of your life.

Confidence Over Perfection

Some women hesitate to step in front of the camera during pregnancy. “I feel huge.” “I don’t recognize my body.” “I’ll just wait until after the baby is here.” But let me tell you something: this is the moment. You will never be exactly like this again. And one day, you’ll want to remember not just the baby bump, but the woman who carried it. The woman who was both delicate and unstoppable.

Confidence doesn’t come from having the perfect body (whatever that means). It comes from owning your body, from recognizing what it’s doing, and from allowing yourself to be seen. Trust me—when you look back at your photos, you won’t be thinking about a little swelling or stretch marks. You’ll be seeing yourself in one of the most incredible phases of your life.

Let’s Have Some Fun

Pregnancy is full of emotions—some overwhelming, some hilarious. Why not capture that in your photos? Maybe you want an elegant, dramatic portrait. Maybe you want something totally unconventional, like posing in your partner’s oversized hoodie with a slice of pizza in one hand and your bump in the other. Maybe you want to channel your inner goddess with striking, sculptural lighting that highlights every curve.

The point is: this is your story. It doesn’t have to fit into a pre-made mold. The best maternity photography isn’t about trends—it’s about authenticity. It’s about looking at a photo and thinking, Yes, that’s me. That’s exactly how I felt.

So, Why Should You Do It?

Because your body is doing something incredible. Because this time is fleeting, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. Because you deserve to be celebrated. Because pregnancy isn’t just about waiting for the baby—it’s about you stepping into a new version of yourself. And that deserves to be seen, honored, and remembered.

So let’s ditch the clichés and create something real. Something powerful. Something you.

Are you ready?

Check out some examples in my portfolio.