When a woman is pregnant, she is filled with so much love and excitement for her new family. She wants to capture these moments in her life because they will be some of the most important memories she holds onto forever.

Maternity photography is not just about capturing an image; it’s about capturing the emotions behind those images. The joy and happiness of a new baby on the way are essential parts of maternity photography that cannot be captured any other way than through photography.

Maternity photography allows a woman to reflect on these photos years later and remember how happy she was during this time. It helps bring back those positive feelings she felt when she was pregnant and looking forward to becoming a mother one day.

I don’t think anyone can deny that when you’re pregnant and see your baby in your belly, there’s nothing like it. That feeling of excitement and happiness is indescribable. So I love capturing those emotions on camera and giving people a chance to remember forever how they felt when they found out they were going to be parents.

I also love capturing the moments leading up to the big reveal. The anticipation, the excitement, and the nerves—it’s all so beautiful!

In my mind, maternity photography is about capturing the beauty of motherhood in all its forms: from the first time mommy-to-be feels her baby kick, to holding their hand as they feel their first kick, to seeing their face light up when they realize what’s going on inside them; to finally meeting their baby for the first time!

So how do you capture these emotions? You may look for Affordable Maternity Photography in Asheville, NC, and Hendersonville, NC. One of the best ways is by getting some creative shots that aren’t just plain ol’ portraits of a pregnant woman.

Here are some ideas for getting started.

How to Prepare Yourself for a Maternity Shoot?

As a photographer, I always look for ways to help my clients feel comfortable and confident during their maternity shoots. I can help with hairstyle and clothing, but the most important thing is that you feel comfortable.

I know that it can be hard to find clothing that fits your growing belly when you’re pregnant. A lot of women have trouble finding clothes that are long enough in the torso and don’t show off too much skin.
Maybe you’re worried about not looking like yourself once you give birth. Perhaps you’re afraid of how your body will change after having a baby.

I want to assure you that this is normal and doesn’t matter! You’ll still look beautiful, even if your belly is a little rounder than usual or if your arms are a little flabbier than they used to be (and let’s be honest: they probably will be).

The best way to prepare yourself for a maternity shoot is to relax! It’s going to be fun!

With me, I am Sure You Will Feel Confident!

I’ve got some tips for you on what to wear, what to bring, and how to make the most of your time with me.

First, let’s talk clothes: I’m going to ask you to wear something that shows off your bump and beautiful body cuts—because trust me, if you don’t love how you look in these photos, no one else will either.

If you can’t find anything new or don’t have any time for shopping before our shoot date, don’t worry about it—we’ll work together to find something that fits your style and makes you feel confident and beautiful from my exclusive collection.

Now let’s talk about what to bring with us: You’ll be spending a lot of time with me during our shoot (which means lots of conversations!), so make sure you have snacks and water on hand for the day of our appointment.

Also, remember any other things that will make us both comfortable—if there’s anything special that helps get you into the mood for photos, like music or lighting, bring it along!

Finally: relax!

Don’t stress out about being perfect, just focus on your best shoot because we are going to make lots of memories ☺

I am a Photographer in Asheville, North Carolina I mainly focus on Maternity Photography, Newborn Photography and Family Photography.  I offer a complete wardrobe of over 100 dresses including, newborn through Toddler sizes that you will have access to for your photography session. Check out the full Experience along with the Investment Guide!