Studio or Outdoor Maternity Session? Which is best? | South Jersey Newborn and Portrait Photographer

Congrats Mama to be (or mama to be again!) I’m so happy you’re considering a maternity session! Maternity sessions are such an amazing way to capture this part of your journey and look back at how badass you truly are! (and beautiful!!!!)

Now come the hard questions - Where do I wanna do the session? When should I do the session? What style do I want? I got you girl

Lets start with when. Maternity sessions are best at the end of your 2nd trimester or the beginning of your 3rd. I always say around 28-34 weeks is best! During the planning stages, I’ll make sure I know exactly what you’re looking for and the style/look you want. But what if you’re not sure? Let’s break it down!

Studio Maternity Session

In studio sessions are classic and timeless. They are elegant and a bit more “luxurious” as I like to say. My Franklinville studio is packed with a variety of dresses, gowns, body suits, etc to use for your session. Worried about variety-I got you! There are so many ways to express yourself and there are so many different ways to customize your session in studio. Want something more casual? Let’s pull out the jeans or Calvin Kleins. Want glamour and to feel like a princess? Let’s put on a poofy dress of your favorite color! Want to feel sexy and show off that body? I’ve got tons of sheer, more skin tight dresses along with body suits and fabric. Here are a few of my favorite studio looks before we move on to the outdoor options!

Outdoor Maternity Session

If outdoor, family sessions are more you’re style-don’t worry, I still got you! Outdoor sessions are more laid back and documentary. I like to capture real life moments in a more casual setting, and capturing that golden hour sun is just absolutely my favorite! I’ve still got a variety of dresses that my clients like to use for outdoor sessions as well. Outdoor sessions allow for more options for location, and also make it a lot easier to include families and husbands (although they can absolutely be included in studio as well). Kiddos seems to do much better outdoors! If this is more your style, we’ll chat about the type of location you are envisioning (beach, tall grass, open field, etc). Here’s a few examples of what an outdoor maternity sessions can look like!

Whether to decide on studio or an outdoor location, I am here to make your vision come to life. I am here to help you see how truly beautiful you truly are! This is such an important moment in your life and I am honored that you chose me to document it! Still unsure which tyle or style is best for you? Let’s chat!

Introducing Baby Selah | South Jersey Newborn Portraits

I’m a bit behind on blogging sessions, blogging is never something that came easy to me, but I wanted to share more of this beautiful girl with the world, more than just a few sneaks, so here we are!

Miss Selah was wide awake during most of her session, but was an absolute angel! Her beautiful brown eyes looked up at me the whole session!

As your photographer, my job is to be flexible and patient and produce a gallery full of gorgeous photos, regardless of if baby is sleepy or not and sometimes those wide awake shots end up being my favorite!

This family was an absolute blessing and I truly loved meeting them and working with them! I cannot wait for little Selah to come back for her milestone sessions as she grows!

"Do I really need newborn photos?" | South Jersey Studio Photographer, South Jersey Newborn Photographer

When it comes to hiring a wedding photographer, no one bats an eye, right? This is a huge milestone/event in your life that you wanna document forever, so you spend money and find a professional you love, to cherish this day. So why is it questionable when it comes to your baby?

People will splurge on a new pair of shoes, or a day at the hair salon, but all those splurges will only last a short time. Your new highlights will grow out in a few months, a pair shoes may got lost or broken, but photos will be the ONLY splurge that will last a lifetime and get more valuable over time.

Your life is about to change, and I truly think it is SO important to document this time as your newborn will grow and change so fast. You created LIFE, a whole miniature version of yourself, shouldn't you want to document this milestone forever?! As a mama of two beautiful babies and one angel baby, I look back their photos and can put myself back in those moments. I can remember every detail through photos, that otherwise may have been forgotten. The shape of their nose, the way they used to smile, etc. When you have a TANGIBLE item to look back on and hold in your hands, that once held them, it's priceless. As someone who wishes she had more time and more photos of loved ones lost, to help spark those special memories, trust me when I say it's worth it. The newborn photos are worth it. The milestone photos are worth it. The family photos with YOU in them, are WORTH IT

The Higman Family | South Jersey Newborn Session

My absolute favorite part of this job is meeting these sweet families and watching them grow!

Would you believe me if I told you that I photographed that handsome big brother’s newborn session just TWO years ago?! It’s crazy how fast this life goes - I feel like I JUST met this sweet boy.

Erin came to me when her first son was born and we have grown an incredible relationship since then. When she told me she was having another baby boy, I just KNEW Mr. Mason was going to make the best big brother! Here a few of my favorite images from their session!