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I often hear women say (sometimes without even knowing I’m a photographer), that they would never want Maternity pictures taken.  It all stems from, of course, a woman’s propensity to be highly critical of herself and her appearance.  We worry about looking fat, swollen, maybe we ended up with a nasty pimple or too from all those crazy pregnancy hormones.  The reality, however, is that a woman is never as beautiful as when she is carrying the life of her unborn child.  Looking back on my own pregnancies, as difficult as they were, those months of enjoying every kick, every roll, and all those belly rubs, are SO fleeting.  I miss my big belly!

 So, I was totally thrilled do do this maternity session for this GORGEOUS mama.  Beautiful belly, beautiful skin, beautiful eyes–she has it all.  I’m behind on blogging, so I’ve actually already had the pleasure of photographing her newborn baby girl (I hope to get 3 blog entries up while my baby is sleeping!  Wish me luck!).

So, for all of the pregnant women out there who may be reading this blog, I would really encourage you to think twice about having maternity photos taken.  Believe me, not only will you miss that big round belly, you’ll start to forget what it looked like.  Capturing the beauty of pregnancy is a gift to yourself you will cherish forever!

At the request of the beautiful mama here, I’m only going to share a few photos.  But, I love each and every one so very much.

One of my favorite maternity photos to date–she wore this dress on their honeymoon, and I love the soft light and beautiful blue backdrop from the nursery walls.

Cutest. Couple. Ever.  They’ve known each other since middle school!

I love how sweet mama looks here!

….And, a perfect, beautiful, baby belly.