One of the most common questions I get asked is, “when should we schedule our maternity photos?” Typically, I recommend scheduling your maternity photos between weeks 26-35 of pregnancy. Every person carries their baby a bit differently. But, we really want you to have a nice round belly bump at the time of your session. […]
I’m guessing if you are searching for “newborn photography near me” you are likely pregnant. So, congrats! You’ve come to the right place. I specialize in newborn photography and would love to help you capture this momentous time in your family’s lives. My approach to newborn photography is minimalist & simplistic with the focus of […]
Are you in your second trimester? If so, it’s time to start looking for the best maternity and newborn photographer to document this beautiful time in your life. Since beginning my business about five years ago, I’ve specialized in maternity and newborn photography. They are my absolute favorite subjects to photograph. I’m so thankful for […]
These outdoor maternity couple photos took place at my favorite location for outdoor portraits. I love how the light hits this natural area right at sunset. It creates this dreamy, glowy light that I just love capturing in my images. Summer in Portland is the best time to capture this kind of light. And this […]
The first things that she took from me were selfishness and sleepShe broke a thousand heirlooms I was never meant to keepShe filled my life with color, cancelled plans and trashed my carBut none of that is ever who we are.. Outside of my windows are the mountains and the snowI hold you while you’re […]
You want your portland family maternity photography session in the international rose test gardens, at sunrise, in the middle of summer? Yes, please! I absolutely adored photographing this family during peak bloom in the rose gardens. Check out these gorgeous images from their session. This is one of a few locations that I offer up […]
Andrea Thompson is a licensed massage therapist with a focus on fertility massage. She is featured on the blog as May’s Woman Warrior.
Did you know that many people turn to acupuncture to help them along on their fertility journey? Acupuncture has many benefits, but when I first learned that acupuncture could help with fertility & pregnancy I was intrigued. The first time I met Erin we sipped on some tea while bonding over our home state, Wisconsin […]
Remember a few weeks ago when I shared five reasons why you should get maternity photos taken? You can read it here. Well, I had so many reasons that I decided to split it into two separate blog posts. Today I’m sharing five more reasons why you should get maternity photos taken. 1. Have images […]
Have you been wondering why you should have maternity photos taken? Do you wonder if it’s worth it? I recently polled my followers on Instagram about why they did or didn’t get maternity photos. There was an overwhelming response from people who wished they had but didn’t. I’m going to share a little sampling of […]