California Maternity Photography

Maternity sessions
that feel like you.

The glow. The bump. The moment before everything changes. Documentary-style portraits that capture this chapter without making you pose like you are in a catalog.

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500+
Sessions captured
5.0
Google reviews
24h
Sneak peek
100%
Guided experience
When to shoot

The right week matters.

24–27 weeks
Early second-trimester glow. Best if you want softer bump definition + less swelling. Underrated window.
28–32 weeks
The sweet spot. Bump is unmistakable, you still feel mobile, swelling minimal. 70% of our maternity sessions land here.
33–36 weeks
Maximum bump. The most "maternity" photos look like. Plan a flexible reschedule window — babies surprise.
37+ weeks
Risky. Baby could come any day. We will shoot but on a 24-hour-availability basis.
Where

Six places we love.

Beach golden hour

Baker Beach, Carmel, Half Moon Bay. Flowing dress + ocean wind = the iconic maternity frame.

In-home / nursery

Window-light nursery + master bedroom. Most intimate option. Husband + sibling shots feel real.

Wine country / vineyard

Sonoma + Napa back roads. Olive trees + golden hills. Premium aesthetic.

Garden / wildflowers

Spring poppies (Antelope Valley), Filoli Garden, Marin headlands. Best March–May.

Urban architectural

SF Palace of Fine Arts, downtown rooftops. Modern editorial look.

Studio (controlled light)

Soft white + black backdrop options. Perfect for boudoir-leaning maternity. By referral to local studio.

Wardrobe

What to wear.

  • Form-fitting jersey or knit dresses (shows the bump cleanly)
  • Long flowing chiffon or silk gowns (movement in wind)
  • Bodysuits + jeans (modern, casual)
  • Open-button blouses with bra/bralette (boudoir-leaning)
  • A surprise piece you love but never wear

After you book, I send a 12-page wardrobe + prep guide tailored to your due date and location.

Investment

Packages.

The Glow

$450
45 min
  • Single location
  • 30+ edited images
  • Online gallery + downloads
  • Wardrobe consultation
Most popular

The Chapter

$650
60 min
  • Two locations
  • 50+ edited images
  • Online gallery + downloads
  • Partner + sibling shots
  • Outfit change included

The Heirloom

$950
90 min
  • In-home + outdoor combo
  • 75+ edited images
  • HMUA included
  • 2 outfit changes
  • Same-day social preview

All packages include 24-hour same-day sneak peek

FAQ

Most-asked questions.

Book your session

Tell us about your bump.

We will reach out within 24 hours with available dates + a custom prep guide for your trimester.

Starting at $450 · California-wide travel included up to 60 mi