Are you an expecting mother or couple ready to document those first moments of love with your baby? Maternity sessions do just that! They showcase that newfound connection in your family. A baby is only growing for nine months, but it is the start of a lifetime relationship of unconditional love. I love seeing the beautiful glow that all women have when they are expecting, and no, I don't mean their skin; I mean the essence of who they are in this new chapter of their life. They are in anticipation of meeting this new important little person that grows and changes daily and will always be a part of them.
If you want to include any siblings in your maternity session, please see the family sessions page for pricing details. I love including siblings!
• 45-60 minute session
• Includes an expectant couple
• In studio or location within 20 miles of the studio
• 35+ digital files fully edited in color and BW with print release
• Use of client closet
• Consult by phone or email to prep
• 10x10 Signature Album with 20 pages (option to upgrade album)
• Set of 4x6 prints, USB flash drive, and keepsake box
• 45-60 minute session
• Includes an expectant couple
• In studio or location within 20 miles of the studio
• 35+ digital files fully edited in color and black and white with print release
• Use of client closet of maternity dresses and accessories
• Consultation by phone or email to prep for the session
• 20-30-minute session
• Includes an expectant couple
• In studio or location within 10 miles of the studio
• 10 digital files fully edited in color and black and white with the print release with the option to purchase more
• Use of client closet of maternity dresses and accessories
• Consultation by phone or email to prep for the session
You are proof that love before first sight does exist.
araceli m. Ream
Yes! I have over many dresses to choose from in all different colors and styles. I have sizes that fit most. Send me a message to discuss options. Many of my clients like to bring in one outfit of their choosing and choose one maternity dress from the studio. Many of the gowns I offer can also be used in a newborn session as well.
Of course! Maternity sessions at this pricing are for the parents to be only but you are more than welcome to book a family session for your full family and include everyone. See the family sessions page for details. I love to photograph children with an expecting momma! It always adds to the session when we can get the little ones to kiss mom's belly or point to where the baby is.
Yes! You are more than welcome to schedule a session with indoor studio portraits AND gorgeous outdoor maternity photos too! There are two options. We can schedule your session in the evening before sunset and we can take your outdoor photos at the Towne Square in Palatine across the street from the studio before or after your session. The second option is to choose another outdoor location near the studio in which an additional traveling fee will occur. Send me a message to discuss details.
I highly recommend choosing a time between 32-36 weeks in your pregnancy to schedule your maternity session. Pregnancy photos are best taken when you are showing enough to see you are pregnant but not so far along that it is hard to move around and you may be uncomfortable. This is a personal choice and I've had women have a session with me and deliver the next day. They were completely comfortable and we had a blast! The other reason earlier is better is in case you do go into labor early or deliver early so that you do not miss the opportunity to capture this special time in your life.
Is it Love at first sigHT??
