LET'S PHOTOGRAPH THAT BEAUTIFUL BUMP...
Pregnancy is a special time, whether you embrace your new body or not! 9 months can go by incredibly quickly and at the time, you're too busy trying to organise things that you don't get a chance to really see how you're body is changing. It's an exciting time, full of anticipation when you can look forward to the arrival of your precious little person.
AT HOME OR OUTDOORS
If you crave beautifully natural images of you and your bump (on your own and/or with partner) in the comfort of your own home, or are open to choosing an outside location then you are in the right place. Your home is where your baby will start his or her life therefore is a perfect choice for couples who want a more personal experience. On the other hand, there are so many incredible outdoor photo spots in Edinburgh and the Lothians. You could choose somewhere that has special meaning, for example, where you met, or seek out somewhere totally new.
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For more in-depth insight on whether outdoors or indoors will suit you, see this post.
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CONSIDER THE RIGHT TIME FOR YOUR MATERNITY SESSION
When it comes to timing, it's best to show off your wonderful bump after 34 weeks, so that it can't fail to be noticed! That being said, every mum to be is different and that time could be sooner or later.
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WHAT TO WEAR
Wear something you feel comfortable in, that's the number one priority. A stretchy maxi dress or wrap dress/top is perfect and will really show off your bump, as will any figure hugging top. You can easily dress it up with a statement piece of jewellery. You don't have to go tight fit. A loose shirt paired with some maternity fitting jeans will look great. The most important thing is that I want you to feel good and feel like you! I will provide further tips in the wardrobe department in those days running up to your session.
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ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR GREAT IMAGES
You may have a clear idea of what you'd like but if not then I have lots of ideas to create authentic images you will adore. Depending on how you feel at this stage in your pregnancy, you may want to stand, or sit for your photographs. Whether it's indoors or outdoors, I will give direction if needed and offer advice for which rooms are best or which backdrop would create the most eye catching images.
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Got a question? Click here for Maternity FAQ's
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HEARTWARMING NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY AT HOME
The majority of newborn sessions take place in your own home, where you and baby are most comfortable and everything is to hand. Natural window light is used wherever possible to achieve that candid and authentic look to your images.
MINIMAL PREPARATION
An hour prior to your session, ensure that there is a room in your house with good light coming in from the window (the main bedroom is ideal) and somewhere comfortable for you to lay your newborn down. If it's the main bedroom, this will be your bed, so have it made and have a few blankets to hand. Have the room at a warm temperature and pull up any blinds to benefit from the window light as much as possible.
NO PROPS, NO BASKETS
When photographing your newborn simple is definitely best, therefore shots aren't over contrived or posed. I don't touch your newborn at all, but provide gentle guidance where necessary. There is no better light to show off their tiny features in intricate detail, than daylight. Many of the shots will therefore be candid in style with a friendly and relaxed approach. The session will very much run with how your baby is feeling and behaving. Up to 2 hours allows plenty of time for nappy changes, feeds and breaks.
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SIBLINGS WELCOME
There will also be plenty of time to have shots taken with siblings and partners/husbands. Daddys are not left out by any means, in fact I encourage them to take part! Most particularly to be involved in the ever so important family picture.
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POST SESSION
Approximately two weeks after your newborn or maternity photo session you will be presented with your images in the form of a stunning online gallery.
Prepare to get emotional... have a tissue ready!
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SNEAK PEAK!
With your permission, you can view a couple of the images from your session the very same day on my Facebook page if you really can't wait to see! I send you a text message when they are up on the page.
View a summary of the whole process together with timescales here.
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Sarah Oliphant
Had a great session with Kirsty when my little one was 2 weeks. The photos capture him so well in the early days and it was a really relaxed session that was a good excuse to just cuddle and focus on my baby for a few hours.
Sally McGrattan
Thank you so much for these photos, they are absoutely beautiful, we can't stop looking through them!
Fiona Inglis
Kirsty made the whole process of getting family photos done so easy. She was incredibly professional - but most importantly for me was how approachable and easy going she made the whole process.