If you want to commemorate your journey to motherhood, maternity photos can offer lifelong keepsakes. Professionally taken photos will serve as lasting reminders of the joy and excitement you experienced leading up to the birth of your baby. They can also boost your confidence and self-esteem during this emotional time. If you're planning a photo session, here are a few tips to help you get the most from it. 

How to Make Your Maternity Photo Shoot a Success

1. Schedule the Session at the Right Time

You want to schedule maternity photography when your baby bump is on full display, which usually ranges from 28 to 32 weeks. Scheduling at this time will help you achieve the look you want, but you'll also avoid any potential discomfort while sitting or standing as you get closer to the delivery date. If you're planning on using the photos for baby shower invitations, you may need to schedule the sessions a little earlier. 

2. Select an Outfit and Makeup Look Beforehand 

Maternity pictures allow you to pamper yourself with luxurious clothing and makeup. Many women choose to have their hair and makeup professionally done on the day of the shoot to look and feel their best. 

When choosing your photo shoot wardrobe, select an outfit that allows you to feel comfortable and also accentuates your baby bump. You might even consider experimenting with different looks. 

3. Choose a Backdrop

The setting for your maternity photos is just as important as the styling you choose. If the weather is suitable, consider an outdoor nature scene in a local park or even your backyard. 

If you choose to have the session indoors, try to keep the backdrop simple. The focus should be on you and not the surrounding scenery, so stick with soothing neutrals or earth tones and uncomplicated patterns. 

If you need a reliable photographer to take your maternity photos, turn to Ginny Haupert Photography. When you visit her 3,000-square-foot studio, you'll have access to wardrobe and styling services to make the day even more special. Along with maternity photos, she also creates boudoir shots, glamour photos, and other high-quality images throughout Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, CO. Visit the website to view her maternity portfolio, or call (612) 616-5236 to schedule a session today.