This session is all about YOU! After months of hard work nurturing new life, it’s time to embrace your pregnancy glow and celebrate this incredible journey. Whether you’re expecting your first child or welcoming another little one, let’s make this moment special with a day of glamour and beauty. You deserve this experience, and I can’t wait to help you make it unforgettable!

Chicago Maternity Photographer

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Featured Maternity Galleries

Angie received the sweetest Christmas surprise when her fiancé secretly booked a maternity session with me after she mentioned wanting one. As a first-time mom, she wasn’t sure what to expect—but the surprises didn’t stop there. She quickly fell in love with the experience, embracing this beautiful chapter of their lives with such grace and joy. It was an honor to capture these special moments for them, creating timeless keepsakes for their baby girl to look back on one day.

First time momma

Angie

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From the moment I met this sweet family at our local pool, I knew they were something special. Being invited to capture their memories was such a joy and a full-circle moment. The love they share and the beautiful family they’ve created is truly heartwarming. Baby girl is already so lucky—surrounded by love and sure to be just as adored as her big brother, who is absolutely cherished. It was an honor to photograph this season of their lives.

second time around

Elizabeth

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You’d never guess this beautiful momma is just weeks away from meeting her baby—she absolutely glowed during our session! Her family was such a joy to work with, and their excitement for the newest addition was truly contagious. I’m already counting down the days until I get to meet and photograph their sweet baby boy!

Maternity with family

Phuong

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The Maternity Experience

Between managing daily life, attending doctor’s appointments, and preparing for your little one’s arrival, it can be hard to find moments for self-care and relaxation but that’s where I come in! Let’s take a break from the hustle and bustle of preparation and focus on YOU. You deserve to feel cherished and celebrated during this extraordinary time.

You are worthy of this experience, and I can’t wait to help you create lasting memories that you’ll treasure for years to come. Let’s make this moment as beautiful and unforgettable as you are!

Motherhood is a journey of boundless love and self-discovery. It's a testament to strength, patience, and unconditional devotion. Through every laugh and every tear,

What's included

-A full hour of personalized portrait time
-Access to a gorgeous selection of maternity dresses and accessories
-Elegant, handcrafted props and backdrops

Planning ahead of time will be your best friend. Typically maternity sessions take place between 28-34 weeks pregnant.

To get started, we offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. This allows us to determine availability, discuss your vision, and ensure that we are the perfect fit for each other.

To schedule your over the phone consultation, please fill out the contact form below.

1. Say Hello

After our phone consultation, I will send you an email summarizing all the information we've discussed. If you'd like to proceed, simply text or email me to begin the process. A non-refundable retainer and a signed contract will finalize your booking.

2. Schedule it

Booking your maternity session at least 3 weeks in advance allows us to get creative and try new things!

Do you envision a glam and glitzy session, something simple and casual, or perhaps a mix of both? Will your spouse and other children be part of the session, or would you prefer to have all the attention on you?

We'll explore all these options to create a session that is truly special and uniquely yours.

3. Planning it

Whoop! Whoop! Your session is finally here! This is your moment to shine! Get your hair and makeup done, and don't forget your nails too. Now is the time to pamper yourself and show off that pregnancy glow!

Best part? You don't have to worry about your wardrobe, as I offer a complimentary maternity client closet for you to use during your session!

4. Your Session

Approximately two weeks after your session, you'll come back into the studio for your viewing and ordering session. There you'll get to see all your images beautifully retouched and ready to be purchased.

5. Your Photographs

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The Maternity Process

Then get ready to be wowed with how beautiful your printed artwork will look!

Best part, you only purchase the portraits that capture your heart!

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The Investment Details

Reserve your MATERNITY experience
for only $290

Spoiler alert-you will want ALL of them!

Now through May 11, 2025, book a maternity session and get a complimentary wrapped newborn session!

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I had an amazing experience with Carmen during my maternity photoshoot. She was incredibly friendly, patient and attentive to every detail. From the moment I arrived, she made me feel comfortable and at ease. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and offered helpful suggestions to make the photos even better. Carmen's professionalism and passion for her work were evident throughout the shoot, and the final results were absolutely stunning. I highly recommend Carmen for any photography needs and can't wait to work with her in the future!

Maternity session

Leila

I just want to say Carmen is super personable and very talented at her craft. You can tell that she is passionate about photography by how patient and attentive to detail she is. My newborn was very fussy during the photoshoot and Carmen was very understanding and even helped me soothe my newborn. There are not enough words to describe how amazing each and every photo that Carmen took is. She has a magical way of finding the perfect angle, lighting, and of course expressions. She had so many wonderful props and was able to do so much!! I cried at how wonderful my newborn's photographs came out and I will cherish them forever. I 100% recommend her.

Newborn Session

Izabella

Carmen is great at explaining her process and was very easy to work with. We are over the moon delighted how the pictures turned out! Carmen really captured our baby's personality so well. The cakesmash photoshoot could not have turned out any better. Book with her immediately!

Cake smash Session

Peter and Janet

Carmen’s work is simply amazing. Every year, we receive countless compliments on our holiday photos, and people are always in awe that all three of our kids are smiling in every picture. Carmen is professional, kind, and makes every photo shoot so much fun. She brings fresh ideas each year, and I’m always amazed by her creativity. My children genuinely look forward to our sessions with her. Her photos are stunning, timeless, and beautifully capture our family’s special moments. I eagerly anticipate our sessions every year, and I constantly refer people to her because I’m always asked who takes our family photos. It’s truly a joy to see her beautiful work displayed on our walls, reminding us of cherished memories.