Bellevue Maternity Photography

Calm, natural, professional maternity photos that honor pregnancy as it really feels

Maternity sessions are designed to feel calm, unrushed, and grounded—without any pressure to pose, perform, or feel a certain way. You don’t need to know what to do or how to stand. I’ll offer gentle guidance when it’s helpful and leave space when it’s not.

Pregnancy can feel layered and emotional, and lifestyle maternity sessions are paced to honor that. We’ll move slowly, pause when needed, and focus on documenting pregnancy as it really feels—not a version of it that needs to be styled or perfected. You don’t need to show up confident or glowing. You just need to show up as you are.

You can see examples of recent maternity sessions.

Space for Bellevue Moms to slow down and be present

Maternity sessions can take place in your home, outdoors, or at a location around Bellevue and the Eastside that feels comfortable and unhurried. There’s no single “right” setting for maternity photos. What matters most is choosing a place where you can slow down and feel at ease in your body.

Choosing the best PNW location for your pregnancy photos

A few options that tend to work well for maternity sessions Seattle to North Bend and beyond

Your home—where you can move naturally, take breaks if needed, and photograph pregnancy in a familiar, relaxed space. Maybe even included the family dog, too.

An outdoor setting that feels open and calm, with room to move gently and pause when you need to.

A quiet outdoor location close to home. Sometimes simplicity frames pregnancy best.

I’m happy to help you think through location options if you’d like, especially as your energy and comfort changes throughout pregnancy. We’ll choose something that feels supportive, not demanding.

Learn ways to feel comfortable and confident in your maternity portraits.

Check out more of my favorite location for Bellevue area maternity photos...

Pregnancy can feel vulnerable, and sessions here are built to meet you where you are—without asking you to show up a certain way.

Maternity Session

Book Your Maternity Photos

Lifestyle Maternity Sessions

Maternity sessions are designed to feel supportive, calm, and unhurried. You don’t need to know how to pose or show up feeling confident. I’ll offer gentle guidance and natural prompts so the session feels easy, whether you’re coming on your own, with your partner, or including family. Learn more about how to get ready for stress-free maternity photos.

This time is about documenting pregnancy as it actually feels—without pressure to perform or present it a certain way. We’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for your body and create images that reflect this season honestly and naturally.

What's included:

Up to 1 hour of shooting time
40+ professionally edited images
One location of your choice
1–2 outfits
Styling guidance

$700 + Tax

(Studio Fees may apply)

Bump to Baby Package

Book Your Bump to Baby Package

Maternity + newborn sessions, planned together

This package is designed for families who want to document pregnancy and the early days with their baby without having to figure everything out twice. It includes both a full maternity session and a full newborn session, scheduled and planned individually, with a bundled rate (saving $200) for booking them together.

Planning both sessions at once helps keep things simple during a season that can feel full quickly. We’ll talk through timing, locations, and what each session will look like so everything feels clear and manageable—both before baby arrives and after.

What's included:
Full maternity session
Full newborn session

$1200 + Tax

(Studio Fees may apply)

Leticia j, Seattle

The whole experience was easy, comfortable, fun and something I will never forget! Your work is absolutely beautiful and when me and my family saw the pictures you did for us, none of us could hide the tears. This experience was truly special and something I will talk about for a long time.

"none of us could hide the tears"

Lillie J, Bellevue

"She helped us to feel comfortable"

Melisa is amazing! She helped us to feel comfortable in our shoot, and guided us in whatever direction we needed to get some amazing photos!! Would definitely recommend working with her, her photos are incredible!

What Moms are saying....

Maternity Photography FAQs

You have questions about maternity photography, and I've got the answers....

When is the best time to schedule maternity photos?

I reccommend scheduling your session between 30-34 weeks. Booking at the beginning of your second trimester can help ensure that I have availability for that timing!

Can my partner and other children be in the session?

Yes! Maternity photography sessions are inclusive of the entire family. Feel free to include

Do you offer help figuring out what to wear?

Yes! I encourage you to wear whatever feels most like you—dressy, casual, or both. I also offer a quick 10-minute video call to help with styling if you’d like guidance.