We have some wonderful & fun location options in Virginia for maternity pictures outdoors! From the beach to beautiful gardens with flowers. So many gorgeous backdrops!
Sometimes toddlers aren’t interested in participating. Sometimes, they’re having an off day. Whatever the case, I speak toddler to earn their trust & smiles! Part of what I love about this session in particular are all of the moments with mom + sister snuggled in together. These are the real moments of life. One day, you’ll look back on them and wonder how they grew up so fast. And you’ll likely smile with fondness at the thought of the ‘terrible two’s’ now that you’re long past the stage. I know it can evoke some big feelings when toddlers don’t do what we want, but I promise mama, it is ok! They don’t need to be on their ‘best behavior’ for us to document authentic connection and love.
Whether you’re expecting your first, last, or somewhere in the middle, I would love to photograph that growing belly. Click here to get in touch or here to browse more Virginia maternity pictures!
Hi there and thank you for stopping by! I’m Melissa, owner of Melissa Arlena Photography, a Charlottesville photographer specializing in young and growing families in Virginia. I hope you enjoyed the Virginia Maternity Pictures I shared today. If you are interested in talking with me more about maternity portraits, let’s connect. Not quite ready, but know you want to keep me in your back pocket? No problem! Follow me on Instagram and let’s be friends!
Melissa Arlena is an award winning lifestyle newborn photographer in Charlottesville and Richmond, Virginia who has earned her Master Photographer Certification from NAPCP in maternity, newborn and family photography. Her natural and simple work has been featured in magazines and online blogs worldwide. She has been named Best Maternity and Newborn Photographer in Richmond and Charlottesville, VA in 2024.
