When to schedule your session?
The best time to plan your maternity photo session is between 28 and 33 weeks when your belly is beautifully shaped and you still have lots of energy. Some expecting mums might feel comfortable even later in their pregnancy but I wouldn’t advise waiting till you are 9 months pregnant. I was a bomb of energy for 8 months and when the 9th month hit it started to feel a bit discomfort. The best is not to leave it for the last moment.
Where?
UAE offers many beautiful landscapes to capture and it might be challenging to choose only one location among so many interesting places. When choosing a location please consider how you feel, how often you need to go to the bathroom (I just picture myself 9 month pregnant planning any trip thinking how far it will be from the toilet) and what place in UAE makes you feel sentimental.
Personally my favourite location is definitely desert - sandy dunes are the perfect backdrop for capturing your bump and the light is simply the best during golden hour. When one day I will have to leave UAE with my family I definitely would love to keep forever our memories of desert trips and fun we had in the sand.
If you are all about beach life or green parks or even city vibes we have plenty of options to choose from. Please have a look at my blog post to see my favourite location in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
What to wear? What about makeup?
The most important thing is to feel comfortable and wear what you like. Ideally something that would enhance your beautiful bump. Some mums can experience their ankles and legs being a bit larger than pre-pregnancy and in this case long dresses will work best.
Deciding your outfit please think of the environment where you would like to have your maternity photo session and choose colours accordingly. I usually recommend soft natural colours that will correspond well with natural style photography. Choose 1-3 colours with similar tones that will go nicely together. Instead you can play with different fabrics and textures.
Regarding make up I suggest having your everyday natural look enhancing one of its elements: if you decide for stronger eye make up keep your lipstick rather neutral or the opposite.
Do not forget about your manicure! Even if you prefer to keep your nails natural make sure they are clean. It regards your partner as well. We will be taking some close ups and details – it would be a shame to destroy photos with unflattering hands.
What to expect?
Be prepared for lots of shots with hands on your belly and always staying close to your partner to show bond and connection between all of you. My job is to show how glowing you are and capture this special time for you as a reminder of the great magnificent work your body does!
Still not sure if you would like to book a maternity session? Have a look at my blog post: Why it is worth having maternity photo shoot | Abu Dhabi Maternity Photographer
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