Maternity Shoot Ideas

When it comes down to maternity shoots I dreaded every second of the thought of putting on a dress driving an hour to a field in the middle of nowhere and getting into awkward poses.. Well now I regret not doing any of this and I don’t want anyone else to miss out on these amazingly beautiful maternity shoot ideas. I have compiled a list of the top trending maternity shoots so we don’t get overwhelmed with those giant lists of 75 ideas! I mean give me that many options and I will never make a decision. So let’s get this started!

Dog Maternity Photo Shoot

When it comes to a family photo shoot adding a dog or two makes everything come together. Dogs are part of the family and adding them to a maternity shoot creates that wholesome feeling. Now getting those pups to corporate long enough to get a good picture is a whole different conversation. If you want to incorporate those furry children attempt a a maternity photo shoot like the one above. In a field with little distractions would be the best option to keep not only yourself sane but that talented photographer as well.

Silouhette Maternity Photo Shoot

Silouhette maternity shoots enable you to really embrace that growing baby bump. There’s nothing more elegant than a silhouette picture. One of the best parts of choosing to have one of these is simply put, you don’t have to really make yourself presentable. If there’s one thing you don’t want to do when you 8 months pregnant is to spend hours trying to get your makeup and hair just right. Because if you’ve been pregnant before you know by the time you get to your hair you have probably already sweated all you make up off. These simple maternity photo shoot idea makes life simple for you but also allows you to throw your own flare in if you like. For example a lace gown or the beach as a backdrop. The world is your oyster!

Simply Happy Maternity Photo Idea

Maternity photo shoots have turned into something of a serious obstacle nowadays. Making it more and more stressful for that mom to be. Sometimes just letting loose and enjoying yourself in bed can create impeccable photos of you and your growing family. There’s nothing more beautiful than a smiling and happy expecting mother.

Couples Maternity Shoot

Expecting moms are no longer alone in the mom game anymore. So why not incorporate dad! Having a maternity shoot with both parents reveals the true love that created that miracle in your belly. I cannot get over how absolutely gorgeous this picture is. Incorporating the fall colors with the true happiness really fills my heart everytime I look at this one!

Field Maternity Photo Shoot

Sometimes simplicity is key. Although the different textures add depth to the photo the idea is simple. Sometimes simple is more embracing.

A Pop of Color

This exquisite maternity photo shoot idea may not be the easiest to accomplish but if you can the outcome is breathtaking. The bright blue emphasizes the beauty of that growing belly.

Mother to Be Plus Some

Theres nothing more adorable than an older sibling preparing for his/her new baby brother or sister. Showing off the love you and your child share only emphasizes how much love there will be for the new little one.

Final Thoughts

Maternity shoots come in all shapes and sizes and can be customized to the finest detail. But sometimes you need to step back and just enjoy the moment that is in front of you. This to will end and you will miss it more than you think. Having a maternity shoot will let you relive this special time over and over again. There’s no need to pay thousands of dollars or spend weeks preparing. Sometimes simply getting a picture of that silhouette will make you thankful you did.

If you want to make your maternity shoot less stressful make sure you hire a photographer who is experienced with maternity shoots. Sometimes just getting into the correct maternity pose can change the whole outlook of the image. Whether you choose to hire a photographer or to simply use your phone enjoy that growing belly and don’t take a single second for granted.