In a serene forest near Sycamore, Illinois, a pregnant woman in a white dress stands among tall trees, holding her belly and gazing to the side with a gentle smile. The setting is peaceful with its lush green backdrop.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR MATERNITY PORTRAITS?

I recommend scheduling your maternity session for between 32-36 weeks. During this time, you’ll have a nicely defined baby bump and be comfortably able to move between standing, sitting, and laying down poses. 

HOW LONG DOES THE SESSION LAST?

Maternity sessions are 1 hour in length.

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A smiling family is gathered in front of a beige background, radiating joy in this beautiful family maternity moment. A young girl in a pink dress hugs the expectant mother from the side, while a man lovingly places his hand on her belly.

 

DO YOU TAKE PICTURES OF THE FAMILY DURING MATERNITY SESSIONS?

I do love including family in photos – the love and connection you and your family feels towards your baby tells an amazing story, and you’ll want to remember it.

A man with dreadlocks kisses a smiling pregnant woman on the forehead in a studio maternity shoot. The woman, donning a white dress and cradling her belly, stands serenely against a dark background.

WHERE WILL THE MATERNITY SESSION TAKE PLACE?

Maternity sessions can take place in my studio located in Lake in the Hills, IL year round or outside at one of the local parks from mid-May to mid-October if you have other children you that you would like to be part of the session. If you do not have other children, we can schedule your outdoor session through the end of October. I find that children don't do well in colder temperatures and the goal is for me to provide the best photos I can for your session. 

DO YOU HAVE MATERNITY GOWNS/BODY SUITS/ETC.?

Yes, I do have a studio collection of several maternity gowns, bodysuits and tops you can use with a cute pair of jeans from home. You are more than welcome to borrow from my collection for your session at no extra cost. You can also wear your own outfit(s) if you'd prefer as well. I do not photograph nude photos and see through dresses need to have underwear and bra underneath. I also recommend wearing either skin colored bra and underwear or a color that matches the dress/bodysuit that you are wearing. We will have time to use 2-3 outfits.

Here's a link to my collection:

https://image127photography.pixieset.com/maternitydresses/
 

A peaceful Lake in the Hills newborn, wearing a beige cap, is snugly positioned in a bucket, resting on a brown blanket. The bucket sits on a rustic wooden floor, surrounded by textured straw material, capturing the serene innocence of infancy.

IS THERE A DISCOUNT IF I DO BOTH A MATERNITY AND NEWBORN SESSION?

Yes, book a maternity session, I give you a $50 discount at your newborn session. 

HERE'S A LINK TO MY NEWBORN INFORMATION PAGE:

https://www.image127photography.com/newborn2

A woman draped in flowing gold fabric cradles her pregnant belly. In this captivating Elgin maternity photography session, she stands against a black background, the fabric billowing around her like wings. Her expression is serene.

WHAT ARE YOUR PRICES FOR A MATERNITY SESSION?

Please click on the link below to see my full list of packages you can choose from:

https://www.image127photography.com/maternity1

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