Mamas just want to look like a goddess during their session. They want to look ethereal and beautiful. Glowing and gorgeous. And, girl! I want you to know that I got you! So, with that vibe in mind, let’s talk about what to avoid wearing during your maternity session!

Asking where to take your family or maternity pictures is the MOST asked question besides, “What should I wear?”. And, it should be! The location vibes play a huge part in how your photos will come out!

This is the #1 question I get asked – What should I wear for my Maternity Shoot? Just like with any other type of session, there are a TON of options for you to choose from. And I want you to look and feel amazing. Keep in mind that you can do more than 1 outfit too!

Whether you’re a first-time mom or already have children, there are some pregnancy photoshoot poses can allow you to express your unique style and personality while celebrating this extraordinary time in your life, AND looking amazing! Here are some of my favorite poses to help you highlight your bump and feel absolutely gorgeous on camera.

Including siblings in maternity photos allows for us to capture a deeper connection between the growing family. BONUS: it captures the anticipation and love that siblings have for their unborn brother or sister.

I remember standing on the side of the tracks clutching a penny, waiting for the signal. That way I could put my penny down on the tracks and wait for the train to roll over it. My very own souvenir of such an incredible place.

As you embark on this beautiful journey of motherhood, I’m sure you are documenting every step – whether this is your first or your fifth (or beyond). Capturing that glow of your pregnancy seems to always be at top of everyone’s to-do list.

The holiday season weaves its spell, doesn’t it? It has this uncanny ability to evoke a feeling through smells and sounds. For me, I always am brought back to my childhood, immediately. And, as convoluted as my childhood can be (and I’m sure I’m not the only one…), I find that Christmas has the ability to bring up some of the happier memories. One of those is opening our mailbox and seeing a friend’s holiday cards.

As the season’s colors change and the air grows crisp, (well, as crisp as it gets in the Texas heat), families feel the pull of creating lasting memories with fall portraits. However, standing at this crossroads, you face a decision as important as choosing between barbecue sauce or salsa at a Tex-Mex feast—one that will determine the flavor of your family portraits this fall. Specifically, in the world of family photography, this decision presents itself as this: mini sessions and full sessions.

If you’re a Mama in the whirlwind of parenting, your life is already an action-packed, unpredictable sitcom. But fear not, dear mama. Let’s dive into my top 8 tips for getting Kids ready for a Happy, Successful, and Stress-Free Family Photoshoot!