In my experience of shooting bumps the best time falls between 32 and 36 weeks. At this point, your bump is prominent. So in your maternity photographs, it will be clear you're pregnant. This is also before you reach full term. You want to avoid a maternity session at full term for a couple of reasons:
You may feel uncomfortable in those last few weeks.
You can go into labour at any point after reaching full term. And once that baby comes, the opportunity for maternity photos is gone.
Both of the above points are important. The look of discomfort does come through in photographs. And maternity poses can be a bit tricky when your centre of gravity is off. We also want to make sure that we're not doing anything to induce early labour. Maternity sessions involve a lot of movement, which can move things along if you're close.
when is the best time for MATERNITY photography?
celebrating your story
investment
timeless maternity
Consultation
90 minute photography coverage
All images fully edited in high resolution
10 x 8" Fine Art Print of your choice
*Does not include studio hire, please request rates
£495
- roberta & jonny
We had no doubt for who we wanted to capture this incredibly magical and intimate moment of our lives. You can really trust Colette to capture you in the most elegant and effortlessly beautiful way. We always feel safe in her hands and the results speak for themselves, stunning images of a moment in time. We will forever be thankful, Thank you!
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Fantastic! To reserve your maternity shoot date, I'll need a completed booking form, contract and a £200 non-refundable deposit. If you don’t have a booking form, just let me know and I’ll send one over! The remaining balance will be due 7 days before the shoot.
I love your work and I'm ready to book! What’s the next step?
I add travel fees on to any wedding outside England & Wales. Fees vary depending on location so ask me for more details.