How to plan for a successful pregnancy photoshoot?

A newfound sweetest trend that has taken over the world to be moms at large is the pregnancy photo shoot.

The pregnancy photo shoot is now the new trend! Yes, it is nothing new even though the concept makes a few percent of the people cringe at the fact that the to be mother’s want to capture their magical journey on film and share their transformations as a little life grows inside of them, it truly is a fantastic concept, which much like pre-wedding photo shoots has become a trend that is only catching up.

Mothers want to document their beautiful journey, and sometime in the future, show their kids how they came into the world.

Becoming a mother is not just a phase of immense physical transformation, involving the evolving process of two bodies.

Choose your favorite dress and go gaga

The journey of transcending from being a woman to becoming a mother consists of both the child and the Mom’s mind, body, and soul. It is a great idea, and people are coming up with innovative ideas about making the experience even more memorable. Giving you something you will cherish for a lifetime.

The idea is to document all the big and small changes that the mother to be going through. It is an emotional and whimsical journey that you can now capture on film for you to go back and look at.

As we all know, this is not a new phenomenon or a trend that has recently picked up speed, but like every other trend, pregnancy shoots got that razzle-dazzle because our beloved celebrity Moms decided to break the internet with awe-inspiring photos of with their adorable baby bumps. Beyoncé posted the most ultimate series of pictures from her shoot when the Queen was pregnant with twins.

Pregnancy is the most beautiful thing- Let’s celebrate it!

Not only did the news take the world by storm, but the views were no less than masterpieces. Queen Bey is not one to do “the regular” stuff. We can see her exuding elegance even underwater. The shots are so picturesque that you can imagine them painted as frescos in some high-end art galleries.

It is not the first time the celebrities have shared their pregnancy shoot pictures. Demi Moore graced the cover of the Vanity Fair’s August issue back in 1991. So you see, it’s not that much of a next-gen idea. Instead, it is going on the verge of becoming more of a tradition and not something unheard of.

This cover sparked many controversies because back in the ’90s, this was one of a kind. Models posing nude was one thing, but a baby bump was a little too much too soon for the public to digest.

Singer and songwriter Pink shared with the world pictures of her, and her daughter is adorable beyond comparison. Or be it Serena William’s Vanity Fair photo shoot and this time it was not at the court but was definitely “Grand” for sure.

So now it’s pretty much clear why we have the pregnancy photoshoot in line to get legal status. Here are some things that you should keep in mind while going for one.

Timing is everything!

The most pragmatic approach to deciding as to when you want to get your shoot done depends upon considering the mother’s comfort and picking a time when the baby bump is visible. The ideal time to schedule a pregnancy photo shoot is generally sometime between weeks 28 and 32. This is when the baby is comparatively stable, and it is easier for the mother to move around more freely.

Consult your Doctor:

This is more of a precautionary measure to ensure that everything is fine with the Mom and the baby. Your doctor will advise the best possible time frame when you can go ahead and get your shoot done.

Voice all your concerns with the doctor, and take a go-ahead from them to be at peace with your doing.

Pick a theme for your pregnancy photo shoot:

This is more of a personal choice regarding how creative you want to get with the shoot. Consult the photographer, there is a whole new genre of pregnancy photo shoots, and the ideas are unlimited. Be it a Disney inspired theme or something from you and your partner’s favorite TV series. You want a Simpson’s pregnancy shoot, or a more rustic Vikings vibe is all left to your whim.

But working with a theme in mind can help create some very aesthetic shots. You can even work on your post-pregnancy shoots with the music, continue it or choose another is all up to you.

All about Mom’s happiness

The newborn will be a beloved member of the entire family. The little one will instead complete the family, so why should you leave the family from the photo shoot? Go ahead, involve the father of your kids in the shoot. They will only add to the picture you have variety, and the photos show how important the little one is to every member.

As is apparent, include your elder kids as well. They would be so thrilled to welcome their siblings and how else will they tell stories to the kids what all they did before the little ones came into the world.

Choose a fluffy partner for your pregnancy photo shoot:

Can a family be complete without your furry babies? Yes, include your pets in the pregnancy photo shoot, the animals can be a bit hard to manage, but you can only imagine how perfect the picture will be with your fluffy companions.

Choose your favorite location for your pregnancy photo shoot

Whether you want an intimate shoot indoors, that would be within your own home or pick a lovely country backdrop. There is a number of options to choose from. You want to do it in the backyard or a park or the middle of the wilderness or the sultry beaches. You make your pick and discuss it with your photographer, so he knows what you are expecting out of the pictures to get the best out of it.

Go Crazy & Flaunt

Of course, we mean with the ideas. Whether you decide to get your belly painted or doing an underwater shoot or experimenting with silhouettes and or going for shadow photography as we mentioned before, there are many creative options to pick from and a lot of new things that you can do. Use props or use the golden hour. Do a shoot with the waves caressing your belly as the sun sets right before you. Take a milk bath (that is a favorite of most Mom’s to be.

This is an ode to the transformation journey, and we would be grateful if you could make it as intimate and as personal as you wish. Because this time would not come back, and capturing these cherished moments is something you and your baby deserve.