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A common question I get from clients inquiring about a maternity session is: Can I include my older kids in my maternity photos? The answer is a big, resounding YES! The arrival of a new baby is a celebration for the whole family, and family maternity photos are the perfect way to document the anticipation. […]

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When is the best time for maternity photos? Whether you’ve landed here because you’re wondering when is too early for maternity photos (or too late!) or if you’re just looking for maternity photo ideas, the first step is figuring out when to take maternity photos during your pregnancy. Generally speaking, photographers recommend taking your maternity […]

spring family pictures in the wildflowers at the columbia river gorge

Are you preparing for your maternity session and considering outdoor maternity photos? Whether you’re here for maternity outdoor photoshoot ideas, guidance on what to wear, or examples of outdoor maternity photos in all seasons, I’ve collected my best information here for you. What to Wear to an Outdoor Maternity Photoshoot A maternity photo session is […]

woman wearing a lace shawl and blue dress for maternity photos in winter

When your baby is due in the middle of winter, you embrace the season and layer up for your maternity photos! I adored this cozy maternity session in Portland, on a foggy late fall morning. I’ve fallen a little in love with the way fog softens the field on chilly mornings. GUIDE TO OUTDOOR MATERNITY […]

portland maternity photos in the winter

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