Being pregnant is magical, but it is also a lot of work. Your body is working 24x7 to create life. Let's face it, there is no break for you, even if you are one of these mamas who is glowing during pregnancies. Whether you sit, lay down to rest, or sleep, you are still working hard.
I loved being pregnant. My babies are 19 and 17 now. I still recall the pregnancies as a beautiful period in my life. I felt like I am working hand in hand with God in his creation. Bringing life to the world is simply amazing. It was easier to enjoy the pregnancy with my first child. Second time around, you have zero opportunity to take care of yourself. No time to pamper yourself with mani-pedi, get a haircut, enjoy a chat over latte with your girlfriends.
Working a Bay Area Family Photographer is lots of fun. But, my favorite sessions are maternity. You deserve getting attention and being in the spotlight. Maternity session is your time to shine. Often times women feel it is too much to handle with a toddler in the house. It is harder to coordinate the session time with your other kids' schedule, or even get the young kids to cooperate. Maybe your spouse if out of town or maybe he/she/they are not excited about being in front of the camera.
Don't give up on your chance to capture this beautiful belly in the camera. Schedule a solo session for yourself alone if that is easier to accomplish. Get a babysitter if this is not your first pregnancy or ask your spouse to watch your kid. You don't have kids, but your spouse doesn't like being in pictures? No worries, come alone.
Remember, it is your day. Shop for a nice maternity dress, do your mani-pedi (there will be a lot of images with your hands on your belly), style your hair and do your makeup (easy to do at home by yourself). A solo session is your time to shine and smile and be connected to yourself and baby in your belly. You don't have to do a thing for these 60-90 minute session. Just glow. I will do the rest.
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