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Chicago Pregnancy Photography | The Perfect Family

admin — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 01:57:23 +0000

This session was an absolute dream. I was recently featured on this sweet Mama’s blog Big City Belly in an interview about what to expect from a maternity session. I am so happy that we were able to do a little follow-up so Kate could experience my tips first hand! My favorite thing about their session was their story. The B Family is now entering a completely new chapter in their lives, I might almost say a new book! This summer they are expecting their second child (a boy!), have moved from condo living in the West Loop to a single family home on a block with 47 kids! These are seriously amazing changes and I am so thrilled I was able to document this time in their lives. Thank you so, so much for letting me share in this exciting time!

Chicago Pregnancy Photography | Tips for a Fabulous Maternity Session

admin — Tue, 03 May 2011 13:16:32 +0000

May is pregnancy awareness month, so we wanted to share some information with you. Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful and natural occurrences in our lives and I absolutely love documenting it. Some women may be nervous about having maternity photographs taken because of the many changes the body goes through. However, when you find the right photographer they can capture your body and its beauty flawlessly. You should be completely comfortable and *gasp* actually enjoy the entire process! Here are the top three tips for creating the perfect maternity session.

1. Find a maternity photographer with a style that matches your tastes. A photographer that specializes in maternity and newborn photography will have experience and the skills to make you look your best during this wonderful time. It is so important that you connect and trust your photographer so that you are completely comfortable during your session. Meet for coffee, get to know your photographer, ask any and all questions that you have, but most importantly work with someone that you like.

2. Your session should take place between 28-34 weeks. Every woman and every pregnancy is unique, so your exact timing will vary. We want you to be showing with a beautiful, large belly, but it is also important that you are completely comfortable. If pregnancy photographs are something that you are interested in be sure to plan ahead, life gets very busy towards the third trimester.

3. As you have probably noticed, your comfort is the number one priority with pregnancy portraits. The clothes that you wear during your photography session plays a large role in how you feel during the shoot and about the photographs. The best thing to do is choose your favorite maternity outfit, solid colors work best. I love form fitted tops with chunky sweaters or long flowing dresses. If you want bare belly shots I have an assortment of wraps and fabrics that work fantastically! The most important thing is that you feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful… because you are!!!

Thank you so much for enjoying this article! If you have any questions about maternity or newborn photography please feel free to send me an email.I am more than happy to send you more information and tips for choosing the right photographer for you. Don’t miss our current special on birth photography. Plus we are hosting a huge GIVEAWAY with our friends at Kicksprout, see how you can win a complimentary newborn photography session.

Chicago Family Event Photographer | Baby Bump Planning Sneak Peek

admin — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 01:37:29 +0000

Amber Crosby of Baby Bump Planning presented expecting parents with the Baby Dream Gear Class in Chicago. It was a sold-out success!!! She present information and tips about everything a new parent needs to know. From bottles to bags and car seats to strollers. She literally covered everything! Plus Kickspout‘s Leasa Navarro was there to throw in some excellent cloth diaper advice. Parents were able to learn the ins and outs of a plethora of baby gear by touching, trying on and using different products. Plus, there were awesome giveaways and fabulous gift bags!

All of the class participants also received a mini-bump session during the lunch break. Take a look at a few of these glowing mamas.

If you missed this event don’t worry there will be more later this year!!!

Chicago Maternity Photographer | Baby Bump Planning Event

admin — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:27:02 +0000

We are so excited to announce our participation in the Baby Dream Gear Class at Bubbles Academy on April 3rd hosted by Baby Bump Planning‘s Amber Crosby. This one of a kind class is for new and expecting parents that will feature every gear item from strollers to car seats, bottles to nipple cream, high chairs to bath tubs you name it and we will be going over it in every detail. Addressing concerns most parents have such as safety, what to save on, what to splurge on, practicality. The class is $35 per person or $45 per couple and includes the baby gear class, lunch, fabulous swag bags and giveaways PLUS on-site complimentary mini bump sessions for expectant parents by yours truly =)

Chicago Pregnancy Photographer | just perfectly perfect | Chicago Maternity Photography

admin — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 01:34:52 +0000

This super cute little mommy was just two days away from her due date when we photographed her pregnancy. It was an amazing maternity photography session with beautiful light and a beautiful belly. Generally, I recommend scheduling your maternity session between 28 and 32 weeks… but sometimes life works out differently. Thank you again, for a wonderful session. Best of luck with Lila

Chicago Pregnancy Photographer | Sweet Santa Barbara Love

admin — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 23:05:41 +0000

This sweet couple was so fun to photograph. You can really feeling the love, joy and excitement they carry through their lives. Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy and thank you again!!!

Santa Cruz Maternity Photographer | And then there were four…

admin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 23:41:31 +0000

I absolutely love photographing this family. They are so sweet and fun! Little Bella couldn’t be more excited for “Sister” to be born. And Mommy was fashionable and radiant. We just barely beat the rain, thank you to the weather gods for holding out just a little longer… And thank you Howard Family for a wonderful session and, again, congratulations!!!

Santa Barbara Maternity Photographer | Loving Belly and Baby

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:14:39 +0000

I had the joy of photographing another beautiful pregnant woman this week. There is some definite baby fever going around over here. This mama to be looked absolutely radiant. She and her husband were both so sweet and will have so much fun raising their new baby together. Good luck in the final stretch!!!

Are you pregnant and thinking about having photographs taken? We are currently running a maternity special!!! Book your session during the month of September and your session fee is only $150 and includes one 5×7 print. Contact Me as soon as possible as there will only be a limited number of these special sessions.

Santa Barbara Maternity Photographer | Pregnant and Ready

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 02:16:57 +0000

I am so thrilled we were able to squeeze in a last minute maternity session with this gorgeous couple. Cammie and Michael are ready to meet there new baby any day now. I am sure he or she will be just as lovely and sweet as these soon-to-be-parents. It was such a joy to photograph your family on our new favorite Santa Barbara beach!!! This is one of my favorite maternity sessions to date and I can’t wait to meet your precious babe. Thank you again for a wonderful session!

Santa Barbara Maternity | Win A Free Pregnancy Session

admin — Thu, 20 May 2010 14:47:11 +0000

Do you want to win a free custom maternity portrait session? Send me an email with your name, due date, and city and you will be entered to win! The contest will end on June 1st so enter right now!!! Even if you are not pregnant you can enter for a friend or pass this link along to friends. Good luck in the contest and your pregnancy.

Entrants must live within 30 miles of Santa Barbara or Los Gatos, or be willing to drive to one of the locations for the session. The session cannot be substituted in any way.