This beautiful mama came into my studio for her maternity session expecting her first baby, and she was absolutely glowing from the moment she walked in!
She chose a gorgeous dress from my wardrobe collection that flowed beautifully and photographed perfectly in the natural light of my studio. There’s something so special about watching an expecting mama find that perfect piece that makes her feel confident and radiant.
What struck me most about this session was her pure joy and excitement about becoming a mother. That natural glow that people talk about during pregnancy? She had it in abundance. Every photo captured not just how beautiful she looked, but how genuinely happy and peaceful she felt in this moment.
She wore a meaningful bracelet during the session – a special piece that held significance for her journey to this pregnancy. It was such a touching reminder that every family’s story is unique and precious.
The whole session felt so natural and joyful. Sometimes you can just tell when someone is exactly where they’re meant to be in life, and that’s exactly how this mama-to-be felt during our time together.
Here are some favorites from this absolutely radiant session!










Heather Parrish is a lifestyle maternity and newborn photographer based in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, Iowa. She specializes in capturing the intimate and fleeting moments of early parenthood with a focus on natural light and authentic connections. Heather is a member of Professional Photographers of Iowa and strives to create images that reflect the unique beauty of each family.
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