baby bump

I love when I get contacted by expecting parents. Pregnancy is such an exciting time in a life and, although it feels like it lasts forever, it really is only for a short time! I always get excited when I know I have a maternity session coming up, but I get even more excited when I know I get to watch their family grow after baby decides to break out of his/her comfy, compact surroundings.

I had the pleasure of meeting this set of parent's-to-be this past weekend. Mom is due on Halloween and lucky me...I get to photograph baby not only as a newborn, but for its' first year of life!!!!! I can not wait! Anyways, enough talking. Here is a sneak peak into our studio time together.





I think the next two are two of my all time favorite maternity portraits!




Thank you two so much for trusting me to capture this special time and for allowing me to watch and capture your growing family! I can't wait to meet your little pumpkin!

My maternity "session"

I have been putting off taking my own maternity portraits because self portraits are a lot of work and not a whole lot of fun to do! I have been thinking that I would do them every night this week, and then my jammies would call my name and the idea would be pushed off until the next day. Well, last night I got home, got the boys in bed, put my jammies on and remembered that this baby is going to come out one day soon and I almost have no pictures to proof he grew in my belly. So, I set up my lights, grabbed a couple backdrops and a few random things to wear and off I went. They are by no means perfect, but they will do. I had fun editing them. I did some pretty funky things and did find a favorite or two. I still plan on getting a couple with all of my boys, but at least I have SOME of my belly all big and bulging!





I really debated on whether or not to post this one, it shows quite a bit of me, but I do think a pregnant body is something to be captured as a whole. It really is tastefully done and is something I wish more mom's were okay with. It was pretty difficult to get the photo I wanted with only 10 seconds to get from the camera to where I needed to be, but I think I did an alright job.


I had my 35 week appointment yesterday and found out that all of the contractions I've been having are at least doing something. It may be slow, but at least my body is doing what it needs to do. I am 50% effaced and he is at a -1 station. I was told to just let the contractions come when they want and not to worry about stopping them anymore!

Beautiful bump!

I had the great pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple last week. They are expecting their first together in about 2 weeks. We had a great time playing with my new lights and they both did such a great job. They are both so good looking, it would be hard to get a bad picture of them together!






Thanks for coming into the studio. It was great getting to know you both. I can't wait to meet your little man! Hope he comes soon!!

One hot mama...and her adorable 2 year old

Casey was a really good friend of mine in High School and, like most friendships, we grew apart after graduation. But, I am happy to say that we are starting to make our way back.
Well, she has the cutest red head ever and another one on the way! Here are some pictures from her maternity session (on her acutaly due date mind you!) Keep watching, because I get the pleasure of photographing this babies entrance into the world! I am so excited to be a part of such a special moment!

How cute is he?


Isn't she one hot mama?


And a few more


And one of just Ian. Look at that hair...and his brown eyes! So cute!


Casey, I am so glad you were able to come in. I can not wait to meet your little girl! See you soon (really soon I hope)

A beauty with a baby bump

I had the pleasure of meeting another great couple who are expecting their first little bundle. We had a great time in my studio and they both did a wonderful job. Mom had a perfect belly (no stretchmarks either!) and dad was a very good sport. I can not wait to meet their little boy. Hopefully he doesn't make mom wait too much longer. Here is a sneak peak into their session.








You are such a special coouple and are going to make great parents. I hope to see you again really soon.
Thanks
Tanya

Beautiful baby bump!

I met a wonderful couple this past weekend that are expecting a little bundle of joy within the next week or so. I am hoping to have their proofs done before their little girl gets here! I think it will be a close race since baby seems to be getting ready to be born!







Here are a few pictures from their session. Check out how perfect mom's belly is! Unbelievable...















I can not wait to meet your little girl! I love when newborns come into the studio. I hope you have an quick and easy delivery and she comes soon. I will get the rest of your proofs to you soon!
Thanks
Tanya, TJB Photography

baby bump

So I had the pleasure of photography an expecting mama last Saturday. Just never got around to posting on my blog. Here is a peak at some of her photos. Pregnant bellies are so awesome!! Great job Julia, your family is amazing. Can't wait to meet your little man.

Thanks for looking!

Tanya, TJB Photography