A Perfectly Imperfect Maternity Session

When I was brainstorming how to recount the story of this maternity session, a quote from Disney’s ‘Brother Bear’ popped into my head. Koda tells Kenai "But I'll tell you. It was probably... the 5th or 6th coldest day in my entire life". And I can confirm, this maternity session packed a wicked chill.

When doing maternity session from late October through late April, you’ll always have the most success with an indoor session. Some locations I’d always recommend:

• at-home

• in a themed studio

• botanical and butterfly gardens

But for the adventurous souls ready to brave the elements, the photos can be sure to stun.

a young family expecting their first baby sit on the beach in Seabrooke NH with their dogs as waves lap the sand behind them.

The downside to shooting winter maternity sessions?

• realizing that no matter how many layers, you will still be cold most likely

• understanding because of that, these sessions tend to move slower and have a less organic rhythm

• you will be limited in the range of poses you’ll be willing to shoot

Windswept coast in New Hampshire’s Seabrooke with a flock of seagulls facing into the wind

What can you do to better prep for your session?

• thermal layers are your best friend (if you’re not wearing 3 pairs of pants, you’re doing it wrong)

• bringing thick jackets and/or blankets for breaks in sessions to warms up

• hats + gloves for walking around

• wool socks that will retain warmth even if they get wet

• extra socks + shoes for the drive home if it’s over 20-30 mins away

Specializing in all things adventure, and sessions that feel like time spent with friends! For couples that want genuine laughs and to forget the camera is there at all, I am the photographer for you!