Picture this: It's 10 AM at the LaLa Photography studio, and I've just watched a mama-to-be pull a jar of pickles and hot sauce from her purse during her maternity session. "Just in case," she whispers with a wink. THIS, my friends, is exactly the kind of realness we live for at our Portland studio!
The Real Deal About Maternity Sessions
Let's be honest - being pregnant isn't always glamorous. There's the waddling, the constant bathroom trips, and those weird cravings that have you eating ice cream with sriracha at 3 AM. But here's the magical thing about maternity photos: we capture the GORGEOUS part of this journey while keeping it 100% authentically you!
When Pinterest Perfect Meets Real Life
Last week, Sarah came in determined to recreate this ethereal, floating-in-the-clouds maternity pose she found online. Two minutes into the session, she burped (blame the pregnancy!), we both lost it laughing, and THAT became our favorite shot - her genuine belly laugh with her hands cradling her bump. Pure magic! ✨
What REALLY Happens at a LaLa Maternity Session
First 15 minutes: "Can I use your bathroom?" (Answer: Always yes!)
Next: Wardrobe change party in our comfy Maternity Studio all for you! (complete with emergency snacks)
Then: Photography magic sprinkled with lots of giggles
Finally: Happy tears when you see how absolutely gorgeous you look
The LaLa Difference: Comfort is Queen
Listen up, mama bears: Our studio is a judgment-free zone where:
Bathroom breaks are unlimited
Snack attacks are encouraged
Partners are welcome to be as involved (or not) as you want
Naps between poses are totally acceptable
And yes, we have a fan for those pregnancy hot flashes!
"But What If I Feel Awkward?"
Oh honey, join the club! Here's a secret: EVERYONE feels a little awkward at first. But that's where the LaLa magic comes in. Between my terrible dad jokes (sorry not sorry) and our cozy studio vibes, you'll forget you're even in a photo session.
Remember Jenny from last month? She walked in saying "I'm so awkward in photos" and left doing her best Beyoncé strut. That's just what happens when you realize how absolutely stunning you look with that baby bump!
The "Oops" Moments We Love
The time a baby kicked so hard we caught it on camera
When Dad couldn't stop happy-crying (we got those shots too!)
That session where mom's craving kicked in and we ended up with pickle jar props
All the times partners tried to "help" with pose suggestions (A+ for effort!)
What to Bring to Your Session
Your favorite snacks (yes, even the weird combinations)
A sense of humor (we'll supply extra!)
Comfy shoes (those Pinterest bare-foot poses? We do those last!)
Your partner's favorite jokes (we love a good groan-worthy pun)
Ready to Rock Your Bump?
Here's the thing about pregnancy - it's beautiful, it's messy, it's emotional, and it's absolutely worth capturing. At LaLa Photography, we're not just taking pretty pictures; we're preserving this amazing chapter of your story, complete with all its perfectly imperfect moments.
And don't worry about "posing right" or "looking perfect." Your job is to show up and be you. Our job is to capture just how incredible you look growing that tiny human - even if you're mid-pickle-craving when I do!
Book Your Session (Bathroom Breaks Included!)
Portland mamas, our calendar fills up faster than your bladder these days! 😉 Book your session now, and let's create some magic together. Bonus points if you bring your weirdest pregnancy craving to share (no judgment, promise!).
P.S. Yes, we can absolutely recreate that Pinterest pose you love - but I bet we'll get an even better shot when you're just being wonderfully, authentically YOU!
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Ready to showcase your beautiful bump? Click here to book your Portland maternity session, or call us at 971-801-0033 to chat about your vision (and your current cravings)!
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