Being pregnant is something to celebrate. If you are looking for a way to document your pregnancy, consider baby bump photos. If it’s your first pregnancy, it’s an especially exciting time of firsts for you.

If you have other children, get them involved and include them in your baby bump photos. It’s a fun way to remember your bump, while sharing the moment with your partner (and your other children). It can also be hard on other children when there is so much focus on the pregnancy and new baby. This is a great way to help them bond before baby even arrives. Include them and let them get excited! 🙂

Below are some tips to have a successful baby bump photo session:

• Research photographers in your area who have experience doing baby bump photo sessions
• Book your session for month 7 or 8 to ensure you have a nice big baby bump
• Gather your favorite sample photos of other peoples baby bumps to give your photographer direction
• Order props for your photo session (lace, flowing fabric, girl or boy signs, baby toys, etc.)
• Put together outfits for you and anyone else you plan to take photos with (husband, partner, children)
• Talk to your photographer and decide where your session will take place (inside a studio, at the beach, etc.)
• Have fun! You don’t need to keep or print them all. Try out different shots and decide what you like when you review the proofs 🙂

I’ve included some of my own baby bump photos (from both pregnancies) to give you some ideas.