Spring maternity photoshoot in the Perth Hills

Perth is just exploding with wild flowers at the moment and I was blown away by this field we stumbled upon in the Perth hills for Rachel’s bump maternity photography session for their second little girl. Ive had the pleasure of photographing these guys starting from their first little girl’s maternity session and ill have the pleasure of meeting this little bub soon!

Recently I had a friend ask me whether a maternity photography session for the second pregnancy is worth it? There is a few reason’s why I think it is! Firstly, its the last time your first baby will be your only baby, they will never be your only child again and I think that’s a super special moment to be able to capture. Secondly its so beautiful to be able to capture your family as it is right now, toddlers are crazy but they are so much fun! And thirdly, pregnancy is hard and incredible all at the same time and capturing it so you can look back on those beautiful last days is super special.

Maternity bump session at Trigg beach

It’s pretty incredible what our bodies can do right? Maternity sessions are one of my favourites because it reminds me how incredible we are as women and how beautiful and incredible our bodies are. These guys were totally loved up during their maternity session at Trigg beach in Perth’s northern suburbs, so excited to meet their little one. Make sure you scroll to the bottom to see Gabbi’s beautiful baby bump in the summer sun.

As a family portrait photographer, I strive to capture natural, candid moments that reflect the essence of this super special time in life.

Make sure you scroll to the bottom to see the lovely bump shots right at the end of the session.

Capturing the pregnancy journey | Perth Maternity Photography

Authentic, happy and just all round great people to be around, I am so lucky to have photographed this small part of Imogen and Brandon’s pregnancy journey. They are so full of joy for this next season but it would be amiss not to mention that these guys are some of the most resilient and grateful people I know, having gone through the unthinkable. Immy shares openly on her instagram about the loss of her first little baby boy Asher and their journey through this grief whilst navigating this new joy hand in hand. These guys are just incredible and it is so worth following their journey on @immi_walker_

The pregnancy/ motherhood journey is one of my favourite things to photograph because it highlights the pain, struggle, resilience and through it all- the beauty of motherhood and womanhood, and all it entails. These will be days we look back on, remembering how hard some parts were but also the beautiful joy that comes through it all. Im so honoured to be able to capture this.

Kate, 40 weeks and ready to burst!

Nine out of ten of my lovely clients tell me “Im terrible at having my photo taken”, and Im right there with you! You would think that us photographers would have it down pat but we still get those photo jitters just as much as you guys I promise.

So how do you get over those pre-photoshoot jitters?

1. Wear something that makes your feel confident

2. Stop thinking and just relax! Ill get the best photos when your enjoying yourself, the sun and your loves!

3. Choose a location that means something to you! Do you love to hike, the beach or have picnic's and drink coffee at Hyden park? Lets go somewhere you enjoy and I guarantee your images will hold even more meaning!

Make sure you scroll all the way through for the most glorious bump photos. What a magical winter bright sunny afternoon in the Perth hills, it was so worth the small hike it took us to get to this little slice of heaven!

Rachel and Max's Bump session

Maternity sessions are one of my favourite sessions to photograph, be it at one of our Perth beaches, fields, parks, I love it all. Maybe it has something to do with my little baby coming but I think it mostly has everything to do with your scrumptious baby bump and documenting those last few weeks, celebrating that you thrived (or for some of us- survived) through pregnancy LIKE A BOSS!

Ive said this before but ill say it again, having your photo taken can be nerve racking but so worth it to capture these moments, photographs bring back the most wonderful memories and feelings don’t they!

So- here’s some easy tips for making your photography session fun and easy!

1. Choose a location around perth that means something to you! If you hate the beach, please dont choose to have your photos there! Do you love to hike or picnic together? Lets go somewhere you enjoy and I guarantee your images will hold even more meaning!

2. Wear neutrals and if you choose to wear patterns make sure they dont clash. Neutrals are timeless and if we are talking practically, will match most homes once they’re on your walls.

3. Get the bump out! Yep thats right, please im begging you, get out that beautiful bump of yours. These photos only take about 10 minutes at the end of the photography session but its so worth it! And dont worry I can bring an oversized shirt or gown to hide all the bits we all have but like to hide (goodbye cellulite) but show all the bits we love-like that scrumptious bump of yours!

4. Relax! Have fun! Sounds easy right? Sometimes its not so easy but just try to be present, enjoy the hour you have together documenting you surviving pregnancy like a boss and little Bub who is almost here.

I cant wait to photograph you and your bump!!