Hey mama! It might seem hard to imagine, but one day you will long for your baby bump

Isn't pregnancy beautiful? It is a magical rollercoaster of highs and lows that bring about huge changes to your body, mind and lifestyle. Yet, so many mamas tell me they regret not investing in professional photos capturing their pregnancy. Just last week, a client told me how she wishes she had invested in a maternity photoshoot to document her longed-for pregnancy, to be able to show her daughter how loved she was right from the beginning.


I do not want this for you. As a mama and Bristol maternity photographer, I am here to tell you that documenting this wild and wonderful chapter of your motherhood story is the best gift you can give yourself and your children. You are growing a new human and you deserve an heirloom of beautiful, empowering photographs that capture your magnificence.


If I haven't convinced you yet, read on to discover five reasons why every mama-to-be should invest in a maternity photoshoot.


A beautiful mum-to-be strokes her pet cat as she relaxes in an armchair at home. Bristol maternity photography

1) Embrace Your Beautiful Body: Mama, how wonderful is it to experience this time of transformation, growth, and blossoming beauty? Yet, amidst the nausea, discomfort, and fatigue, it's easy to lose sight of the incredible journey your body is on. I want you to know how awesome you are and I aim to provide you a maternity photoshoot experience that allows you to reconnect with your body and celebrate the miraculous changes happening within your beautiful body. I will help you to see yourself in all your radiant, powerful, and creative light. It's a chance to showcase the beauty of your blossoming bump in the safe space you call home.


2) Celebrate Your Motherhood Story: Whether this is your first pregnancy or you're welcoming another darling baby into the family fold, you are on a remarkable journey filled with ups and downs, challenges and triumphs and this chapter of your motherhood story deserves to be told. By investing in a maternity photoshoot, in 5, 10, 20 years from now, you will be able to look back and admire your incredible yet fleeting pregnancy, remembering how it felt to be carrying the love of your life.


A mother and her two children smile as they read a book in a retro armchair at home. Bristol maternity photography

3) Create a Time Capsule: Everyone loves thumbing through old family photos and your pregnancy photos will tell the precious story of your journey into parenthood, acting as visual love notes that your children and grandchildren can cherish for years to come. And here's an interesting nugget for you; displaying family photos in your home has been found in studies to nurture a child's sense of belonging and self-esteem. Now, that's pretty cool, isn't it?


4) Memories of How It Was Before 2 Became 3, or 4, or More! Your keepsake photographs will serve as cherished memories of the time when you were a family of 2 or 3 or more, eagerly awaiting the arrival of your fresh newborn. Imagine the nostalgic rush you will feel in years as you pour over your family portraits, reminiscing about the love, excitement, and anticipation that filled your hearts as you prepared to embark on this new chapter of your lives together.

A toddler holds his pregnant mummy's hand as they gaze out of the bedroom window. Bristol maternity photographer

5) A Couples Photoshoot at Home: Let's be real for a moment. Once your darling newborn arrives, life takes on a whole new rhythm. Those serene moments of closeness with your partner may become rarer amidst the joys and challenges of parenthood. A maternity photoshoot is your opportunity to honour the beautiful bond you share. Whether it's quiet cuddles, playful exchanges, or heartfelt embraces, involving your partner in this special photography session creates timeless memories that will have you falling in love time and again.


A maternity photoshoot with me is like having a catch-up with an old friend. We will chat, giggle and talk all things motherhood while you soak up the moments that tell your family's story as it is, lovingly framed by the special place you call home. Every family is different and before your session, I'll get to know what makes you and your crew tick so we get the best out of you all during your photoshoot.

“Debbie really put us at ease through the whole process; from the booking through to shoot day and beyond. We’re not a particularly posey family and Debbie understood that and gave us just the right amount of direction for us to feel comfortable and for us to get the beautiful family and maternity shots. We can’t wait to get the photos on the wall and treasure these precious moments forever.”

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