Maternity Photoshoot
Congratulations on your pregnancy! As you nurture a new life, this period can often feel long with so many changes that you are experiencing, yet somehow it flies by. Therefore these sessions are about more than just a "bump photo"; they are about honoring your strength as you are creating a new life.
My goal is to capture your glow using soft, natural light with a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you want an intimate solo session or with your partner and family, we’ll move at your pace.
- What to Expect: My sessions are unhurried and natural, typically last for 1.5 hours approximately. We can meet in the comfort of your home while you are nesting or at a specific location (one location e.g., a park, a beach, a cafe) that feels like "you." To add some variety to your gallery, you’re welcome to bring a second outfit that is easy to change and style. You can also bring significant items to the shoot such as your baby's ultrasound images, birth cards, baby's first outfits etc..
- When to Book: Ideally, please reach out to me during your second trimester (around week 20) so we that have plenty of time to plan your shoot. If you’re already in your third trimester, please send me a message anyway! I’ll always do my best to fit you in if I have a last-minute opening.
- The Best Timing of the shoot: We usually aim for weeks 28 to 36. This is the "sweet spot" where your bump is beautifully defined, but you’re still comfortable enough to move around and enjoy the experience. For twins, weeks 24 to 30 are usually best.
Investment: €349 incl. 21% VAT (includes 15 high-resolution edited images*). If you are interested, I also offer a "Bump to Baby package" which is a package of maternity & newborn shoot for €648 incl. 21% VAT (€50 discounted, includes 30 high-resolution edited images in total). More information available here.
Good to know before you book:
- *Extra photos can be purchased additionally for €12.50 for individual photo, and €179 for the full gallery.
- No raw/unedited photos are shared/sold as part of my photography experience as they are unfinished product and it doesn't represent my final quality of work as well as to protect my business standards! 🩶 So I handle all the editing so you get a seamless, beautifully finished set of photos you'll love! .
- Travel is included for sessions within a 10 km radius of 3544 KC, Utrecht.
- For locations further than 10 km away, a travel fee of €0.45/km (including 21% VAT) applies. This is calculated based on the total distance travelled to and from the shoot location
- If you'd like to extend your session with some extra time, you’re very welcome to do so at a rate of €30 per additional 30 minutes. If your session naturally runs a little longer than planned, the same rate of €30 per additional 30 minutes applies.
- Want to include a few more people? Of course! An additional fee of €30 per person applies for each participant beyond the first 5.
FAQ
What should I wear for my maternity session?
Once you book, you'll receive a styling guide with outfit suggestions and tips to help you feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera.
For an indoor shoot, you are welcome to wear any casual and comfortable clothing of your choice. For outdoor shoot, depending on the weather you are also welcome to a suitable dress or any outfit of your liking that feels you and shows the bump clearly.
Do you provide any dresses for maternity shoots?
No, sadly not yet. I am currently building a client closet for my maternity shoots and plan to offer it in the near future.
Can my partner and children join the session?
Absolutely. Maternity sessions are about celebrating this chapter of your family's story, and partners and siblings are always welcome.