Photoshoot Ideas For Baby

Photoshoot Ideas For Baby

And there you have it!  More ideas than you’ll ever know what to do with.  {Told you it was worth the pin.}

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23.  Sitting- Trying sitting in between your spouse’s legs or leaning back into his chest.

44.  Sonogram-  Bring along your baby’s sonogram for some sweet, personalized pictures. This is the perfect frame to use for the first photo.

15.  Hug from Behind- Having your husband hug you from behind is a great pose for showing off the belly and still feeling natural.

1.  Front View-  Besides the classic belly profile, don’t forget to take a straight-on front view facing the camera.

4.  Peeking-  Here’s a fun idea, hide behind a tree, door, or wall with just your belly and face peeking out.

40.  Book-  Get a picture with your favorite baby book, like Guess How Much I Love You, Are You My Mother?, I Love You Forever, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

SOURCES:  {A} The De Jaureguis {B} Loriana Marie Photography {C} Elizabeth Ann Photography {D} Mom Photo {E} Stine Pedersen Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Chard Photographer {B} Ettevy Photography {C} Susanne Ashby Photography {D} K & J Diaries {E} Little Blonde Book

SOURCES:  {A} Kristin LaRue {B} Carolyn Kipper Photography {C} Claudia Farr Photography {D} Jessica Blex {E} Melissa Gomez Photography

28.  Sitting on Belly- Let your toddler sit on your growing belly with this darling pose.

13.  Face to Face- Lean in until your foreheads are touching for a seriously sweet picture.

SOURCES:  {A} Claudia Farr Photography {B} Heather Sali Photography {C} Casey’s Chaos {D} Atonagel Photography {E} Lucky Friday Studios

SOURCES:  {A} Carolyn Kipper Photography {B} Allyson Cheney with epagaFOTO {C} Nicole Paulson Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Carolyn Kipper Photography {B} Erin Wallis Photography {C} Chard Photographer {D} Kate Benson Photography {E} Chard Photographer

7.  Silhouette- Try capturing a silhouette for a truly stunning and timeless picture.

SOURCES:  {A} Arielle Elise Photography {B} Justin and Hannah {C} Justin and Hannah {D} Arielle Elise Photography {E} Justin and Hannah

SOURCES:  {A} The De Jaureguis {B} Lightly Photo {C} Carolyn Rife Photography {D} Laura Murray Photography {E} Ettevy Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Kelly Klatt {B} B Couture Photography {C} Susanne Ashby Photography {D} Mary Kizina Photography {E} Jessica Blex

38.  Mom in Front- Focus on mom’s belly in the foreground, with the rest of the family in the background.

22.  Lying Down- Here are several fun poses you can try out lying on the ground.

14.  Hugging- Get a picture hugging to capture sincere expressions and emotions.

10.  Silly-  If you’re not the serious type, feel free to get goofy and have fun with it!

18.  Upside Down Kiss- Here’s a fun kissing pose that is great for showing off your baby belly.

We just ADORE all of the fun adoption photo shoots that have been popping up on pinterest.  What a great alternative to the traditional maternity photo sessions!  These are pictures you and your baby are sure to treasure forever.

3.  Belly Profile-  Of course, you have to have a classic profile view to showcase your belly.

Get ready for some serious maternity photography inspiration! Today we’re sharing 50 stunning maternity photo shoot ideas! We’ve got SO many photoshoot ideas for maternity pictures like pose ideas, outfit ideas and more! You’re pregnancy photoshoot just got a whole lot better!

31.  Sitting- Try one of these creative sitting poses while interacting with your family.

SOURCES:  {A} Ettevy Photography {B} Nicole Paulson Photography {C} Melissa Gomez Photography {D} Tiffany from Sarah Pudlo & Co {E} M Houser Photography

SOURCES:  {A} The De Jaureguis {B} Nicole Paulson Photography {C} Lightly Photo {D} B Couture Photography {E} Kelly Garvey Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Rebekah Westover Photography {B} Devon Anne Photography {C} Aria Photography {D} Christine Naomi Photography {E} Chard Photographer

SOURCES:  {A} Lily Love Photography {B} Carolyn Kipper Photography {C} Jamado Photography {D} B Couture Photography {E} Lily Love Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Christine Naomi Photography {B} Ettevy Photography {C} Laura Murray Photography {D} Chard Photographer {E} Kensie Lee Photography

19.  Forehead Kiss- This pose is great for capturing genuine emotions.

46.  Bump Sign-  Draw attention to your cute bump with a traffic “Bump” sign. You can get your very own here!

36.  Playing- Get a photo of your family playing and interacting together.

SOURCES:  {A} Ettevy Photography {B} Nicole Paulson Photography {C} Drew B Photography

Adding some fun and unique props is a great way to personalize your pictures and turn an ordinary photo shoot into an extraordinary one.  Here are lots of fun ideas to get the wheels spinning.Thank you Amazon prime and 2 day shipping you can have these props (well some of them..can’t buy a dog on Amazon) show up at your door!Pink Balloons, Blue Balloons, LOVE letters, and Are you my mother? 39.  Umbrella–  Use an umbrella to capture shadows or just add a fun pop of color.

SOURCES:  {A} Carolyn Kipper Photography {B} Evin Photography {C} Kate Elizabeth Photography {D} Ashley Johnson Photography {E} Connection Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Live Joy Photography {B} Nicole Paulson Photography {C} Atonagel Photography {D} Susanne Ashby Photography {E} Maria Snider Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Allen Kramer on Veronika’s Blushing {B} Kate Benson Photography {C} Kate Elizabeth Photography {D} Kate Benson Photography {E} Ava Marie Photography

32.  Kissing- Snap a shot of the whole family sharing some love.

SOURCES:  {A} Carolyn Kipper Photography {B} Christine Choi {C} Diary of a Fit Mommy {D} Baby Bliss Photography {E} Nicole Paulson Photography

41.  Balloons-  Colored balloons are a great way to incorporate the baby’s gender. These giant, round balloons always photograph beautifully!

16.  Side Hug- Try facing the camera while your husband turns away for a sweet side hug.

SOURCES:  {A} Chard Photographer {B} M Houser Photography {C} Dave Richards Photography {D} Live Joy Photography {E} Carolyn Kipper

SOURCES:  {A} Whit Meza Photography {B} Kelly Hicks Design {C} Ettevy Photography {D} Kathleen Amelia Photography {E} Tammy Cedar Photography

Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Sibling Kiss Belly Picture Poses

SOURCES:  {A} Evin Photography {B} Rebekah Westover Photography {C} M Houser Photography {D} Jessica Hamlin Photography {E} Kate Benson Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Cami Worthington {B} Heather Sali Photography {C} Loriana Marie Photography {D} Kate Elizabeth Photography {E} Kelly Bik Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Yuna Leonard Photography {B} Aria Photography {C} Carolyn Kipper Photography {D} Susanne Ashby Photography {E} Carolyn Kipper Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Nicole Paulson Photography {B} Chard Photographer {C} Kristin LaRue {D} Ashley Johnson Photography {E} Chard Photographer

40 Maternity Picture Poses10 Maternity Photography IdeasBONUS: Adoption Photoshoot Ideas

SOURCES:  {A} Braedon Photography {B} B Couture Photography {C} Chard Photographer {D} Lizelle Lotter Photography {E} Carolyn Kipper Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Ettevy Photography {B} Kate Benson Photography {C} Christine Choi {D} Kate Elizabeth Photography {E} Yuna Leonard Photography

21.  Hand on Cheek- Placing your hand on your spouse’s cheek is a great way to soften up a picture.

SOURCES:  {A} Atonagel Photography {B} Brooke Ashley Photography {C} Jamado Photography {D} Kate Benson Photography {E} Maria Snider Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Live Joy Photography {B} Devon Anne Photography {C} Susanne Ashby Photography {D} Ashley Johnson Photography {E} Allen Kramer on Veronika’s Blushing

20.   Top of Head Kiss- There’s nothing sweeter than a top of the head kiss, except for maybe a picture that includes a cute baby bump too.

6.  From Above- Ask your photographer is s/he can get a shot from above for a very flattering view of your figure.  (It gets rid of that double chin in an instant!)

25.  Silly- Don’t be afraid to get a little silly together for some fun pictures that show off your personalities. 

35.  Silhouette- Arrange the lighting and timing to capture a family silhouette that you’ll treasure forever.

5.  Sitting- Here are a variety of fun poses you can try while sitting down.

SOURCES:  {A} Jamado Photography {B} Atonagel Photography {C} Jamado Photography {D} Wildflower Photgraphy {E} Chard Photographer

45.  Baby Clothes-  Aren’t these photos showcasing baby’s clothes just adorable? We found some great plain white onesies for gender neutral, blue onesies, and pink onesies.

SOURCES:  {A} Jamado Photography {B} B Couture Photography {C} Wild Whim Photography {D} Diary of a Fit Mommy {E} Live Joy Photography

2.  Lying Down-  Lying on your back is often a very flattering pose and angle to capture.

Adoption / Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Sign Prop Picture Poses

SOURCES:  {A} Carolyn Kipper Photography {B} Susanne Ashby Photography {C} Kensie Lee Photography {D} Carolyn Kipper {E} Kate Elizabeth Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Susanne Ashby Photography {B} Photography by Asiya {C} David Richards Photography {D} Atonagel Photography {E} Laura Murray Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Nicole Paulson Photography {B} Julie Parker Photography {C} Trish Barker Photography {D} Nicole Paulson Photography

47.  Flowers-  Flowers a great prop because they are natural, but still add color and interest to the photo.

9.  All Belly –  Besides the full-body shots, make sure you get a couple close-ups zoomed in on your cute belly.

Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Belly-From-Above Picture Poses

30.  Standing- Here are a variety of wonderful family standing poses.

27.  Kiss Belly- You don’t even have to get them to look at the capture if you ask them to kiss your tummy.

8.  Shadow- Have fun playing with shadows for a unique maternity photo.

49.  Globe or Map-  Use a map or globe to show what area of the world your baby is coming from.

SOURCES:  {A} Connection Photography {B} Bumble Alley Photography {C} Nicole Paulson Photography {D} Backyard Boutique {E} B Couture Photography

34.  Hands on Belly- Have every place a hand on mommy’s belly.

12.  Back to Back- Stand back to back to really show off your baby bump.

26.  Hug Belly- Capture a picture of your son or daughter hugging your belly.

11.  Holding Hands-  Hold hands while you walk for a candid and natural looking photo.

Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Top-Of-Head Kiss Picture Poses

42. Chair-  Use a decorative chair for different posing options.

24.  Hug Belly- Here are some cute poses that put the focus completely on baby!

Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Family Silhouete Picture Poses

**We did our very best to find and link to the original sources of each photo, but if you see a photo that is not linked correctly, please let us know so we can fix it.  We definitely want to give credit where credit is due.  We are so grateful for these wonderfully talented photographers who capture memories so beautifully!**

SOURCES:  {A} Erin Fonnesbeck Photography {B} Diana Elizabeth Blog {C} Christine Choi {D} Carolyn Kipper Photography {E} EP Love

SOURCES:  {A} Erin Wallis Photography {B} Jamado Photography {C} Whitney Owen Photography {D} The Image is Found {E} Kate Benson Photography

Maternity Photo Shoot Ideas – Upside Down Kiss Picture Poses

Maternity Picture PosesMaternity Pictures – Front View Picture Poses

SOURCES:  {A} Kate Elizabeth Photography {B} Erica Williams {C} Chard Photographer {D} Heather Sali Photography {E} Christine Naomi Photography

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SOURCES:  {A} Mom Photo {B} The Red Letter Days {C} Kelly Hicks Design {D} Heather Sali Photography {E} Susanne Ashby Photography

33.  Hugging- Hugging poses are great at capturing your family’s personalities and expressions, and you don’t even have to have the kids look at the camera.

37.  Holding Hands- Here’s a simple pose, just line up and hold hands.

SOURCES:  {A} M Houser Photography {B} Carolyn Kipper Photography {C} Jamado Photography {D} Chard Photographer {E} B Couture Photography

Your photographer is sure to have great ideas and guidance on posing, but it’s a great idea to find some poses that you LOVE beforehand to show your photographer.  That way you’re sure to get on the same page and you’ll be able to capture just the kind of shots you’re looking for and will treasure forever!

SOURCES:  {A} Atonagel Photography {B} Maria Snider Photography {C} Kate Benson Photography {D} Erin Fonnesbeck Photography {E} Kate Elizabeth Photography

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SOURCES:  {A} The De Jaureguis {B} Kelly Hicks Design {C} Braedon Photography {D} Casey Martinez Photography {E} Kate Benson Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Chard Photographer {B} Chard Photographer {C} Andria Lindquist {D} Kelly Hicks Design {E} Devon Anne Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Chase and Katie {B} B Couture Photography {C} Ettevy Photography {D} Chard Photographer {E} Carolyn Kipper Photography

29.  A Little Fun– Don’t forget to have a little fun with your little mini during your maternity photo shoot!

This post is seriously PACKED with photoshoot ideas.  What’s more, we even put together this guide of awesome pregnancy announcement ideas that you have to check out! Trust me when I say, you’re going to want to pin this baby right now!  Then just sit back, relax, and SCROLL!

48.  Pet-  If you have a pet, why not bring him along to sneak into a couple of pictures?

SOURCES:  {A} Christine Choi {B} Chard Photographer {C} Kelly Klatt {D} B Couture Photography {E} Atonagel Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Justin and Hannah {B} Jillian Burden {C} Jessica Overholt {D} Arielle Elise Photography {E} Jessica Overholt {F} Jessica Overholt

SOURCES:  {A} Cozy Clicks Photography {B} Chard Photographer {C} Eric Kelley {D} Christine Naomi Photography {E} Jeanna Hayes Photo

SOURCES:  {A} Kensie Lee Photography {B} B Couture Photography {C} Elizabeth Ann Photography {D} Kreatid {E} B Couture Photography

SOURCES:  {A} Ettevy Photography {B} Chard Photographer {C} Chard Photographer {D} Susanne Ashby Photography {E} EP Love

43.  Letters-  Spell out your baby’s name, gender, or any message you like! You can grab some ready-to-paint MDF letters here.

SOURCES:  {A} Aria Photography {B} Bambini Photography {C} Evin Photography {D} Drew B Photography {E} Nicole Paulson Photography

50.  Sign-  Use a sign to create your own personal and heartfelt message to your baby. A simple, ready-to-paint chalkboard like this would work perfectly! It will be a picture s/he will keep forever. Don’t forget your chalk markers.

17.  Kissing- There no better way to capture your love on film than with a couple kissing pictures.

Yep, you asked and we listened!  Ever since we aired our 101 Tips and Ideas for Couples Photography, 101 Family Picture Tips & Ideas, AND 50+ Tips and Ideas for Newborn Photography, we’ve had several of you asking for MATERNITY photography inspiration.  Well, today we are delivering!  To make browsing easier for you, we’ve divided the post into 3 categories that you click on to go straight to the content you want!:

Photoshoot Ideas For Baby