Oh, how I love images of mamas with their new babies! I know you don’t feel at your most beautiful right after having a baby- sleeplessness and a few extra pounds have a way of making you want to just put it off until later. But I really encourage you to get in the picture, too. I promise not to showcase your belly- flattering angles and close cropping are your friend! I know your babies will thank you later, when they can look at pictures and see just how in love with them you were, right from the start.
And if you need just a little more encouragement, here’s a great article that got many, many moms in front of the camera for a change:
Here’s one of my new favorite mom and baby pictures- Lincoln and his mom-
If you’re having a baby soon and want more information about photography for your baby and family, inquire here. I’d love to help you capture beautiful pictures of your baby (and you!), too!
