How does a maternity photoshoot work?
If you are expecting a baby this year, you may be considering a maternity photoshoot – but how does a maternity photoshoot work and what can you expect?
It is possibly something that you are already considering for yourself, or maybe you are looking to talk yourself into it!
Having some photographs taken while you are pregnant is a wonderful way to capture the very start of your baby’s story – the very first chapter. You’ll be able to look back at your images and remember how excited your were to meet your little one, the anticipation of that first cuddle, and all the love and emotions from that time.
Let’s go through all the details together right here, so you know what to expect from booking to receiving your images and artwork.
The booking process
The first question you may have is: when is the best time for schedule your maternity session?
The answer? Ideally I book my mums-to-be in for their maternity photography session when they are between 30 – 36 weeks into their pregnancy. You’ll have a nice full bump, but we won’t be shooting too close to when your baby is due to arrive.
There are a few ways you can book in:
Phone/Whatsapp (07546259981)
Email (sarah@sweetbabyphotography.co.uk)
Website (this is the easiest!)
My diary tends to book up quite far in advance, as I only take on a set number of sessions per month – this is so that I can be flexible around my newborn clients.
After you have booked.
After you have booked, I’ll email you to arrange a mutually convenient date to shoot your session. The studio is in Sawtry, near Huntingdon and Peterborough, and its open Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm. Sessions can be arranged on a Saturday for an additional charge if you are unable to do a weekday shoot.
I’ll send a pdf guide over to you to explain how the session itself will work, and details what to expect on the day. You are free to contact me at any time to talk through any worries or concerns you may have.
The session itself.
Your maternity session will be scheduled for a convenient date between week 30 and week 36, depending on how you are feeling. I am always happy to move things forwards or backwards if you need to. We want to aim for a nice full bump, but your comfort is key.
During the session we will use a variety of different poses to capture your amazing changing body.
We will include your partner and any older children too if you would like.
You are welcome to bring a variety of outfits with you to your maternity photo shoot, I even have some amazing dresses and maternity gowns that you are able to use in the studio too.
There is no extra charge for this. I want you to feel your best.
After your shoot.
After your shoot, I will carefully review your images, discarding any that don’t meet my high standards.
All the best ones will be selected and I will aim for a minimum of 15 high quality images for you to order from.
Your final images will be lightly edited. Extra editing should be discussed at your shoot, as I’ll never make assumptions about what you would like.
I’ll edit things like little blemishes/scratches or redness automatically.
Your viewing and ordering appointment.
I will aim to have your photos ready as soon as I possibly can, usually within 10-14 days.
You will be invited back to the studio to review your images with me and select the most appropriate package for you.
We will also look at what wall art you like the most and make plans for that.
Once you have made your decisions I will handle the rest and get everything ordered and prepared for you. I’ll let you know when everything is ready.
Hopefully that will give you some clarity on the process and what you are getting when you choose to book in with me.
I do try to make the whole process as stress free as possible, as I know from experience what a hugely overwhelming experience becoming a parent can be.
If you have any questions then please do feel free to get in touch or if you would like to book your maternity session please click here.
All information regarding my newborn photography sessions can be found here.