This is such a magical time! Whether it’s your first baby or you expect it will be your last, whether you got pregnant the first month you were trying or you got pregnant after many months and much intervention, whether you are carrying this child nervously after a loss or you are nervous because this baby came sooner than planned, and whether you feel like a glowing goddess or achy and ill, pregnancy is something beautiful to document and celebrate.

Not only will your future child love looking back on these photos, but they’ll capture this special time for YOU and document the life “before”, as your last photos with your partner before having children or your last family photos as a family of 3, 4 or 5. 

maternity sessions include…

• A detailed pre-session consult to go over everything you want to capture and how you envision displaying your portraits.

• Hands-on styling support from Rachel, with access to the studio wardrobe of nearly 100 dress options for moms, along with shirts for dad and wardrobe for big siblings as well.

• The option of including your immediate family - your partner and big siblings are always welcome, and fur babies are welcome for outdoor and in-home sessions.

• Expertise of a photographer with 9+ years of experience who will prioritize your family’s health and safety during the session.

• Choices. Sessions can be booked in-studio, in-home or outdoors, independently or as part of the Rachel Friedman Photography luxury membership. For details on session investment, please visit this page or contact me directly.

when to schedule

Ideally, maternity photos are scheduled between weeks 30 and 35 of your pregnancy, to highlight your growing bump without cutting it too close to your due date.