H. is in amazing shape. She teaches dance, and is still dancing  just weeks from her due date. It was so much fun to incorporate some of her dance moves and the native West African cloth that she uses into her maternity session.

An outtake just for fun- J. was within inches of her for most of the session, but when it was his turn he wasn’t too happy about it. It only took a little singing to make him happy again, though- and isn’t he the cutest thing?!

H., you are just stunning!

This session was done when she was 34 weeks pregnant, which is an ideal time for a maternity photography session. Any time between 30 and about 35 weeks works well, when you’re well rounded but still moving pretty easily. Pregnancy sessions can take place in a studio setting or at an outdoor location- just click on the ‘maternity’ category above to see some examples of maternity pictures that were done outdoors. If you’re pregnant and interested in a maternity session, call or email to book in advance- contact information is on the site at www.ellendykstraphotography.com,