Are you pregnant?!?! No, I am not pregnant, and am very happy with my three growing boys, if you must ask. 🙂
But maybe you’re pregnant? Or you have a friend who is! What an exciting time. So many moments of anticipation: from finding out you’re expecting, deciding if you’ll reveal the gender or keep it a secret, building a registry, “nesting”, preparing older siblings for a new addition, and having a baby shower; it’s all so fun whether this is your first or 4th child.
When it comes to baby there can also be a load of doctor’s appointments, lots of tired days, and many to-do lists. Here are a few tips to make this time less stressful when planning a maternity & newborn sessions so you know what to expect! You can also check out my NEWBORN & MATERNITY GUIDE for how I approach sessions and what to expect if booking with Allie.PHOTO.
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Maternity sessions are during your third trimester when your belly is nice and round. Between 30-37 weeks is a great time frame to consider, based on your comfort level and schedule.
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Feel free to book your schedule with plenty of time in advance especially if you are in need of a weekend session. I suggest doing them during golden hour, about 1.5 hours before sunset, so we can get beautiful light to accentuate this gorgeous time of your life.
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YES! You can save money by booking your Maternity & Newborn Sessions together!
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Newborn sessions are usually between 5-10 days after birth. Babies change so rapidly and this is the best time to capture them while they’re so tiny. I am available during the week, mornings or afternoons, while you are on “parental leave” from work.
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We do these photos in the comfort of your own home, but I bring props and lots of goodies to transform any place into a perfect Newborn “studio.”
