If you can muster the energy and manage to remember, taking weekly photos during your pregnancy can create lasting memories that you will treasure forever. You don’t need to be a professional photographer to capture the beauty and drama of the pregnant form. Here are some tips for creating unique and memorable photos.
- *Try wearing the same outfit and standing in the same spot each week when you take a photo. At the end of your pregnancy, turn the series of pictures into a rapid slide show to see your bump grow right before your eyes.
- *Pose with your other children if you have them.
- *Hold a card that displays how many weeks pregnant you are: that way you won’t forget later on.
- *Take a picture of yourself wearing a bikini to really show off those pretty pregnant curves!
- *Be aware of what is in the background of your photo. Try standing in front of a clean wall or take the photo outdoors for a beautiful backdrop.
- *Pose with some of your cravings like a bowl of ice cream or a half-eaten pickle.
- *Take a closeup of your belly button when it “pops.”
- *Take a birds’ eye view shot to capture what it’s like to not be able to see your feet.
- *Pose near a window on a cloudy day and skip the flash for a beautifully lit photo that flatters your figure.
- *Wear subdued colors such as black, white or neutrals to highlight your shape rather than draw attention to your clothes.
- *Have your husband hold your belly from behind. Try forming a heart with your hands.
- *Have your toddler give your bump a kiss or a hug.
- *Paint a design on your belly for a fun photo. Pumpkins are popular for the fall; beach balls are popular for summer photos.