The Maternity Experience

There’s something truly miraculous about this season of life. Your body is growing a brand-new little person—what a wild, sacred, powerful thing.

You deserve to feel beautiful, seen, and celebrated in this moment.

As a Greensboro maternity photographer, I help expecting moms capture this fleeting chapter with timeless, emotive images that will become treasured family heirlooms. Whether you’re glowing with excitement or simply trying to make it through, these photos are a celebration of your strength, your love, and this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Yes, take those bathroom bump selfies—but also give yourself the gift of maternity photos you’ll truly love. You won’t regret it, and your future child will adore seeing how loved they were before they were even born.

you never understand life until it grows inside of you

With your session, you'll receive...

With your session,
you'll receive...

  • Design consultation for customized outfits, styling, & location options 
  • Full use of client closet
  • 1 hour maternity photo shoot
  • Post-processing & hand retouching
  • Reveal & ordering session

* Digital images, collections, and products sold separately. Collections start at $799.

BOOKING Fee: $199

Step 1: Let's Chat

Let me know you're interested! Within 24 hours, I'll reach out for a quick, low-key chat to make sure all your questions are answered. If we're a good fit, I'll send over a booking proposal. Can't wait to hear from you!

Step 2: Book it

Ready to book? Just review the booking proposal, sign the contract, & submit the booking fee to reserve your spot on my calendar. My schedule can fill up months in advance so don't wait!

Step 3: Planning

Together, we’ll plan out the location and logistics. I'll send a client questionnaire to get to know you better. Need help with outfits? Use my styling guide or client closet. Thinking about wall art? Use my product guide to decide.

Step 4: Your Session

At your session, I do the heavy lifting. Your job? Have fun and do what you do best: love on your family!  With prompts & poses, I'll direct you into authentic moments of love and connection. Together, we'll make beautiful family photos!

Step 5: Reveal

A week later, we'll meet up to view your photos, select your favorites, and choose a collection & heirloom photo products. Download your digital images another week later! Albums, wall art, & canvases are delivered in 4-6 weeks. 

HOW IT WORKS

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Q: What stage of pregancy is best?

A: The best time to schedule your maternity session is between 30-36 weeks. Your baby bump has “popped,” but you are not as likely to feel too uncomfortable nor be too close to going into labor. If you wait too late in your pregnancy, baby might come before our scheduled session!

Q: What Should I wear?

A: Picking the right outfit will help you feel comfortable & relaxed! Choose something fitted enough to highlight your curves. Large prints or busy & bold patterns often distract but empire waists, wrap dresses, or other fitted outfits help enhance it. 

Q: Do you have a dress i can wear?

A: Ask me about the collection of maternity gowns I have in my client closet! If you see something you like, you can wear it!

If you are renting a dress, make sure to have it a day or two ahead of time to try it on, and have a backup if you don’t like how it fits. 


Q: Can others be in photos too?

A: Of course! Spouses, partners, children! These loved ones who are an important part of your growing family's journey are welcome to join in the fun. 

Q: Any other tips?

A: Your hands will be highlighted on your belly in the photos, so feel free to treat yourself to a manicure, preferably light or neutral colored.
If you have ultrasound picture or family heirlooms that you would like to include in some photos, please bring them along.

Q: Know a hair/makeup artist?

A: Certainly! I have a go-to stylist that we can arrange to do your hair and makeup just prior to your maternity session. The additional cost for this service is $140. Just let me know in advance so we can get her on the calendar. 

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You'll cherish these memories forever.

Your memories are priceless and investing in them is totally worth it. Whether you're getting family photos of the whole crew or documenting a birth, first birthday, or graduation, you'll never regret capturing these moments and turning them into memories that you can cherish forever.