When is the best time to have a maternity photoshoot

Published on 1 July 2024 at 08:59

So when exactly is the best time to have a maternity photography session? 

As an experienced maternity photographer with a photography studio in London, I’m often asked when is the best time to have a maternity photo shoot. Here are my  tips on how to decide on  the best time to have your bump photo shoot.

28-32 Weeks

Between 32 to 34 weeks of your pregnancy is the most popular time for a maternity photo shoot as well as my recommended ‘ideal’ time for a maternity shoot. Your pregnancy bump should be nice and round at this stage.  Of course not everyone's bump is different and if in doubt please contact me to have a chat about deciding on the best date for your pregnancy photoshoot in my London studio.

32-36 Weeks

The advantage of having your maternity photography session at this stage is that we can capture your full sized bump in all it’s glory!

The perfect time for a maternity photoshoot for the taller ladies as their bumps tend to start showing a bit later in the in pregnancy. Or those who were undecided whether to a shoot. I keep hearing that the main reason for opting to have a photoshoot later on in your pregnancy is not being able to find the right photographer. It is very important to do your research, look at lots of photographer's work and choose an artist whose style of portrait photography you really love. 

I usually have weekday as well as weekend availability for last minute maternity photo shoots so it's always worth giving me a call on 07740 866964 to have a chat. 

Black and white couple's maternity photography in a London studio.