Maternity Session FAQ's with Ivybella Photography-Rochester Minnesota Maternity Photographer
Nervous to get maternity photos? Feeling bloated, exhausted and not in the mood to get dressed up, let alone take photos? Trust me, I GET IT!!!!!! I have been there-going on 5 times now. I have taken some sort of photo of being pregnant with each kid besides my first (huge regrets there) but only once have I actually done ones that I cherish. The only one that made me feel beautiful and think back to the tiny life moving inside me, at that time not knowing that I would ever be pregnant again, those were the photos I did my hair, put on makeup and a pretty dress and had my husband snap a few photos in the woods for me. I cherish those photos the most-and although cell phone photos are great too-the whole experience is just so different. A few moments to bond with your baby in the last months before he/she comes earthside. The miracle of feeling the kicks inside of you, the moments of calm before the storm. All things I try to embody with each of my maternity sessions. Bonding with not only your baby but your partner, your other children, capturing this moment, frozen in time. I have put together a few FAQ’s for you-I know maternity photos can be overwhelming so I want let people know that it doesn’t have to be stressful!!! Instead, these photos can be a happy time. I PROMISE!!!!
Q: But I have nothing to wear-and don’t want to purchase something I’ll never wear again.
A: I have you covered 100%!!! I have a variety of gowns, robes, bralettes, hats, etc that you can play dress up with, in a variety of sizes. Included in your session , free. I will also help you find clothes for your family if you are doing a family session and suggest what to wear for your spouse-you don’t always have to buy new, we can figure out things that you currently have, things I have, and thrift store and places like Walmart are dreams for cheap clothing!! If I don’t have something you love, I will find it for you ( as long as we plan ahead, of course!)
Q: I feel not myself at all and am worried that it will show in the photos.
A: I know exactly this feeling. From the first positive test, I’m bloated, exhausted, then get swollen everywhere, achy, you name it. But I got you!!! I promise to only provide flattering images, great angles and photos that make you feel beautiful.
Q: I’m due in winter and it will be too cold to be outside-what are your options?
A: You are in luck-I not only have a photography studio we can use, but I also will shoot in your home too if that is what you desire. There are so many options besides outside! No need to freeze! The studio is warm, has music and all the dresses and set ups. I promise you will feel at home there.
Q: I don’t love my stretch marks-do you do any editing for those?
A: I do and I will, but I take this case by case basis and only edit things out that YOU prefer not to have in your photos. I feel like these are our battle wounds-the scars that we are given to remember the pregnancy by and there is NO shame in keeping them in your photos. However, some people prefer to not show those off so I can edit them out or make them less noticeable if that is what you prefer.
Q: Can I add my family to these photos?
A: ABSOLUTELY!! Bringing your other kids and spouse makes it even more special. I try to do some of just you mixed with sweet family shots. I love having families involved!
Q: Do you provide a discount if I package maternity and newborn?
A: YES! Just ask!!!
