An Intimate Maternity Experience in the Hudson Valley
Is an intimate session right for you?
Intimate maternity experiences quickly became some of my most asked about sessions, especially for winter mamas. While I do outdoor golden hour sessions all year round, many women appreciate the cozy indoor vibe that comes with winter. Being able to photograph your intimate maternity experience, in the winter or another season, feels like a privilege to me. I wanted to share a little more about these sessions, to see if they are the right fit for you.
Call it intimate, boudoir or personal: these photography collections show pregnancy in a more exposed light. The focus here is heavy on connection and your changing body. Yes, connection with your partner, but also connection with your baby. Taking away layers of clothing and being able to connect with your bare belly and truly feel your body are what these sessions are about.
These sessions take place in your home, and can take on a variety of focus. Some women choose to wear lingerie, some wear an oversized button down, while others will go topless or opt for a floral milk bath. It is all personal preference on how you choose what feels right for you. Whichever you decide, these photographs are meant to be celebration of what your body is accomplishing to bring life into this world. It is truly amazing what we go through! These feel like a celebration of all of it.
The focus is the feminine. But also, balancing some of our masculine energy we possess as well. The delicate yet strong sides of us. Pregnancy is one of the most naturally feminine acts our bodies can take on. This collection keeps a heavy focus on this energy, while also highlighting the strength that we go through over these months.
When I began offering these experiences in a formal way, I didn’t anticipate how much I would love documenting women like this. It is an incredibly empowering experience for the subject, but also for me as the photographer. My primary goal is of course to make every woman feel comfortable, safe, and seen. I make sure to speak with you before hand to go over what you like, what you don’t like, and general custom requests (if any). Most couples opt to do half traditional, and half intimate to have variety in their galleries. But specifics are really up to you!
If you are interested in an intimate maternity experience, I would love to meet you! I am currently booking intimate maternity sessions for 2025.
