Category: Maternity

Beach Baby {Bribie Maternity Session}

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I was just doing up some prints for this family when I realised I hadn’t blogged their maternity session! Posting these photos tonight while I’m rugged up in my doona, it’s hard to believe how terribly hot and muggy it was on this day and this family were absolute rock stars!

I first met Matt and Roanne a few years ago when their little girl was a beautiful baby bump.  Then last year I was so blessed to be invited to photograph their stunning wedding and now here they are about to welcome another little person into the world!

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Mel and Bec’s Beautiful Maternity Session (and some surprise legal document signing) {Brisbane Maternity (and wedding) Photographer}

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Quite possibly my longest title ever – but if ever there was a session deserving of a magnificantly long title – this is it!

I was overjoyed when I heard from Bec and Mel that they were expecting a little baby.  I was even more excited when Mel said she wanted to do a milk bath as part of her maternity session.

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Mel and Bec decided to have their session the same day as their baby shower which was wonderful because I could photograph all of the special little details of their baby shower as well!

The day was absolutely stunning as I (eventually) found the hidden little property at Mount Samson where the shower was being held.

After spending some time soaking in the milk bath – including a little visit from one of the resident baby goats, we headed outside.  I’d just like to point out here that Bec and Mel are quite possible the most lucky weather clients I have ever had.

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Just as we made it out to the little lake the clouds let the sun peek through in the most beautiful way – just like it did 2 years ago at their wedding…. Speaking of which….

After our little stroll and as the Baby Shower was about to begin Mel let me know she had a little surprise planned for Bec.  She had the celebrant who had officiated at their wedding arriving so they could sign their legal wedding documents after the law change here in the land of Oz last year!  I was so excited I couldn’t leave until I’d captured a few images of this special occassion.  Wow!  What a day!

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Wishing you all the best with the birth of your baby – can anyone guess if it’s a boy or a girl.. there are some hints in the photos!

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Waiting on Baby {Petrie Maternity Photographer}

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It’s hard to believe that only a few years ago I was asking people to volunteer to be my guinea pigs as I prepared a portfolio to move into the professional photography circle.  This lovely couple were one of those volunteers when they were pregnant with this hansom young who is about to become a big brother!  I hope you enjoy your photos and congratulations on your baby girl!

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Rachel and Andrew {Shorncliffe Maternity Photographer}

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The rain clouds were hanging low over Shorncliffe when I got to meet this beautiful little family.  I honestly didn’t know if the rain would hold off for us but we were on a tight timeline with mumma at 38 weeks.

In the end the rain held off for us and we were able to capture some very special images for this gorgeous family before they welcomed their baby girl into the world.

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Thank you to this gorgeous couple who let me come and capture this special time as they wait for their first baby.  It was such a beautiful afternoon down at the Shorncliffe pier and the mum-to-be was such a great sport.  I wish I had that energy at 37 weeks.

All the best with the birth of your little girl and growing your family!

Awaiting a beautiful little girl

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This mumma-to-be responded to my request for volunteers for lifestyle maternity shoots.  But there was a little secret we need to keep.  You see mum new the sex of the baby but dad did not,  This nursery was lovingly prepared in secret and we have been waiting on the birth announcement to share this little album with you.

Look at this gorgeous nursery

Just look at this gorgeous and determined lady on her due date adding the finishing touches

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This little family are now cuddling their little girl so here is your full gallery.  Thank you so much for welcoming me into your home to document this important time.  I hope you enjoy these pictures now that your little girl is earthside.

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From Belly to Birth

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I honestly couldn’t decide what to write about tonight, bellies or babies – they are both my favourites!

I do have a super special soft spot for gorgeous maternity photos, probably because I always wish I had gotten them done myself!  When I was pregnant with my son 11 years ago it wasn’t really the done thing, plus by the time I finished working I looked like a whale.  With my daughter it was definitely something we wanted to do but I was waiting for the perfect time – I wanted that big beautiful round belly you see in the maternity magazines… but then I just got HUGE and felt so un-pretty and un-wonderous that there was no way I wanted a stranger taking photos of me. One of those moments I wish I could travel back in time and say to myself – Wake up! You are only pregnant with this child once and it is beautiful – it doesn’t matter if you still fit into your skinny jeans at 28 weeks or if you ditched any form of recognisable pant for a potato sack at 16 week – that body of yours is miraculous and trust me – 3 years from now you will look back at the happy snaps someone managed to get of you with your eyes half closed with that beautiful belly and it will be the most treasured picture you have.

So, what’s my point? Maternity photos are for everyone!  The best time is around 34-36wks before you get too uncomfortable.  I won’t lie to you, having maternity photos taken isn’t just a walk in the park… although we can do that – but to get those “ahhhh” shots it sometimes involves a little walking, sitting down, getting back up again and a little more walking. Nothing too adventurous – I’ve been there, I know how it feels 🙂

AND I have completely run out of time writing this post so the baby section will have to wait until tomorrow – washing up is calling 🙂