maternity session prep information

Session Prep Information

Here are my tips for preparing for your maternity session with me!

Please let me know if you are running late by texting me at 514-462-1960. We only ask that you don't come early.

Now let me tell you how to prepare for your session:

What to bring

Please bring the following things:

  • Nude coloured bra and underwear (doesn’t need to be pretty as it will be to wear under my lighter coloured dresses.

  • Black or Earth-tones bra and underwear (these should be pretty as they may be showing during your session.

  • Plenty of water and snacks to carry you through the session if you need it :)

What to wear

For Mama, we will be providing all of the dresses and accessories for you to wear for your session, the only thing we do not provide is jewelry, so if that is something you would want to include, definitely bring your fave pieces. The dress selection will happen at the beginning of the session, where I will show you the dresses in person and you can let me know if they match your style at all. We will be trying to fit at least 5 different outfit changes into your session, but likely there will be more than that, depending on your energy level and how you are feeling.

For Papa (and any other littles that might be joining us), I always suggest casual pretty. Jeans and a logo free t-shirt or button up shirt is super great for Dads, and keep in mind, in studio you will be barefoot (so no socks). I always say bring as many options for shirts and pants as you like for Dad because we won’t know the colours you will be wearing until you get here. To ensure what Papa is wearing will compliment what Mama is wearing I suggest you stick to an earth tones palette. I will include a few colour options just below.

Hair & Make-Up

Please do not feel obligated to get your hair and make up done, as it is an added expense. BUT if you really would like to feel the pampered moment (and who can blame you haha), please let me know and I can put you in contact with some hair and make-up artists I know :)

Otherwise, if you are more into the natural look, or are talented enough to do your own hair and make up (I bow to you), then please feel free to do that! The guidelines I give is to make sure you keep the make up natural, so no smokey eye, not dark lip. Go for that “I woke up like this, flawless” vibes. For your hair, keep it down, and with relaxed curls. If your hair is already curly or if you have a certain way you prefer to wear your hair, feel free to do that as well. Basically I want you to look like YOU. That will make the photos feel more timeless for sure.

Nails

I would keep them natural or nude colours, no bright colours, as it will distract from what we are trying to capture in your photos.

Special Items or Poses

All I ask, if you plan to bring something special to your session, is that you let me know ahead of time. If I am prepared I can ensure your items are included in a thoughtful and artful way. If you have specific poses you would like to capture, please also let me know this ahead of time so I can properly guide you on whether your pose is possible in my studio, or how I may adjust it to have it match my style of photography.

Please note: most clients do not bring items or ask for specific poses, so don’t worry if you have nothing planned, this is just in case this information is needed.

Photo Delivery

I work hard to get your images edited immediately, so that I can share some sneaks with you while you wait for baby to arrive. If you have only booked a maternity session, sneaks will not be needed, but if you booked a short or full story, I will not be providing you with your full gallery of images until after your newborn session, so for me it is super important that I get you some sneak peeks to tide you over haha. This is a service I cannot guarantee, but it is super high on my priority list.

45% Off Printing Discount!

Finally, as a thank you for working with us, we wanted to let you know that you will be receiving a 45% off all printing for three weeks after you receive your gallery. This includes albums, so it is a super great deal! If you would like to see the albums we offer we can show you examples at your session. If you choose to purchase an album you can let me know the size and type you want and I can start the design off for you as a complimentary service. It is a great starting off point, and you can adjust the design or images included as you please before you complete your order. (You can find the pricing for our print products at the bottom of our pricing page (click here).

I am so so excited to work with you! You are gorgeous and I know that you will LOVE your photos!

Please feel free to let me know if you have any questions at all! <3