The question I get asked most often about maternity sessions is when to book. Here’s my honest answer.
The sweet spot is somewhere between 28 and 34 weeks. At this stage the bump is well established and nicely round, but you’re not yet into the final stretch where tiredness and discomfort tend to kick in. Most women feel at their most comfortable in this window, which makes a real difference to how relaxed the session is and how the photos look.
That said, some women prefer to go earlier if they’re finding the later weeks harder, and some want to wait as long as possible to get the biggest bump. Both are completely fine. I’ve photographed women at all different stages and there’s no wrong answer, the right time is whenever you feel best.
If you’re planning a baby shower or sending out announcements and you want photos ready for that, it’s worth working backwards from those dates and booking accordingly rather than leaving it too late.
The studio is climate controlled with consistent lighting year round, so the season doesn’t affect the quality of the images. If you have a particular mood or colour palette in mind it’s worth mentioning it when you book, but it won’t change the timing recommendation.
Every pregnancy is different. If you’re not sure when to book, just get in touch and we can work it out together based on your due date.
