Originally I had my mind made up that I didn't want to spend the money on maternity pictures, I would rather put the money towards newborn pictures and other things... but I talked with my cousin who made it very clear that this was such a special time during my life and I had to capture these moments. I knew she was right. After trying for a baby and being so extremely blessed by this pregnancy, I knew I had to just do it and I am so so happy I did. I knew I would never get these exact moments back, with this being my first pregnancy and my body going through a complete change for it's very first time. I am so thankful that I will be able to look back at these pictures and remember just truly what a blessing it was to be pregnant. After looking for a newborn photographer, I was recommended Ashley Baker Photography. I had seen some of her newborn pictures (and loved them) and I saw a package that included a free maternity session with the booking so I jumped on it. She is based out of the Tri Cities and is the sweetest to work with! I wasn't really sure when I wanted to do the maternity session because I wanted to wait until my belly was huge (ps- this might sound odd but I LOVE having a big belly) and I felt like I needed to wait until around 36 weeks to do the shoot. I had read by other bloggers the best time was around the 32 week mark, even though your belly isn't as big as it'll get, its a great time for maternity sessions. They were right!!! I felt great at 32 weeks, my rings still fit, I had plenty of energy, and my belly was still nice and round. Tomorrow I will be 36 weeks and I am exhausted! My rings don't fit on my fingers, I can barely get up and down, my face, hands, and feet are all completely swollen andddd everyone claims he will make his appearance sooner rather than later because he is hanging out so low! So tip to mommas, definitely do your maternity shoot around 32 weeks! We chose to do the shoot in The Virginian because there are so many different spots to take the pictures. Originally I wanted to take the majority of the pics down by the pond with the vineyards in the background. Weather wasn't really cooperating with us at that point, the sun was intense, the wind was intense, and after a few minutes we knew we needed to change locations. Luckily, there are multiple places throughout the neighborhood that has good backgrounds. We took some out in the hay fields, some by a bridge/pond, and then out on a swing overlooking the Virginian. There are so many great pictures but here a few (okay a lot) of my favorites. Sawyer John, Mommy and Daddy cannot wait to meet you. You have been such an incredible blessing from the start and we praise God for you everyday. We look forward to meeting you but I sure will miss this personal connection with you in my belly. Thank you for being the most active little guy and allowing me to become a mother, with the love I have for you now I cannot imagine what I will feel like once you are here. Every good and perfect gift is from above ~ James 1: 17
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