Plymouth, MN • Maternity Sessions

The season of becoming.
Held with Care.

Timeless maternity portraits for Twin Cities families.

A refined, minimal portrait experience

Maternity Mini Session — Mom Only

15 minutes In-studio Mom only
Investment
$250

All-inclusive · No hidden fees

This session is designed for mothers who want a few simple, elegant portraits to remember this season of life — a quiet moment, beautifully documented.

With one curated look and a focused timeframe, the Maternity Mini is unhurried and intentional. You arrive dressed and ready, and we create something timeless together.

10
professionally retouched
high-resolution digital images
Includes
  • Mom-only portraits
  • One curated look (client arrives dressed & ready)
  • Studio session with soft, natural-style lighting
  • Private online gallery for download & sharing
→

Real-time booking, full pricing, and a live calendar.
Reserve in minutes.

View Dates & Reserve Your Maternity Mini →
A relaxed, artful portrait experience that honors connection

Maternity Classic Session — Mom + Immediate Family

60 minutes In-studio Mom + family
Investment
$450

All-inclusive · No hidden fees

This session is centered on you — your strength, your softness, and the quiet power of carrying new life. While partners and children are warmly included, the heart of this experience is honoring the transformation your body is moving through.

This offering creates room for layered storytelling: quiet portraits of motherhood, meaningful family interaction, and images that reflect your family as it is right now — on the brink of welcoming someone new.

25
professionally retouched
high-resolution digital images
Includes
  • Expecting mother with partner and/or children
  • Studio session with soft, natural-style lighting
  • Access to studio wardrobe for the whole family
  • Private online gallery for download & sharing
→

Real-time booking, full pricing, and a live calendar.
Reserve in minutes.

View Dates & Reserve Your Maternity Classic →
Expecting mother standing in a flowing gown during a studio maternity session in Plymouth MN
Expecting parents seated together during a maternity session in a Plymouth MN studio serving Wayzata families
Standing side-profile maternity portrait in a Plymouth Minnesota studio serving Minnetonka families

Frequently Asked Questions

Maternity sessions are typically scheduled between 28–32 weeks gestation. This timing allows your belly to be beautifully round while still feeling comfortable and mobile. That said, every pregnancy is different; you’re always welcome to schedule when you feel your best.

I recommend booking during your second trimester to ensure availability on the calendar. Many clients choose to reserve their maternity and newborn sessions at the same time.

Yes. My studio offers a carefully curated wardrobe designed specifically to photograph beautifully during pregnancy. Pieces are chosen for their flattering silhouettes, soft textures, and timeless feel. I offer sizes for mothers, partners, and children, and I’ll guide you in selecting coordinating pieces that feel both comfortable and elevated.


Learn more about the studio wardrobe:

The Studio Wardrobe →

Absolutely. You don’t need to know what to do or how to stand — that’s my job. I’ll gently guide you through flattering poses while also leaving space for natural movement and candid moments. The goal is for you to feel relaxed, confident, and completely yourself.


If you’re curious how I support mothers during sessions, you can read more here:

Photographing Mothers: Joy, Confidence & Letting Yourself Be Held →

A willingness to slow down and enjoy the moment. Confidence, openness, and joy are always welcome here.

That’s very common — and completely okay. Many partners arrive feeling unsure about being in front of the camera. My role isn’t to force anyone into awkward poses or staged moments. Instead, I guide the session in a relaxed, natural way that focuses on connection rather than performance.

If you’d like to read more about how I approach photographing partners who feel hesitant in front of the camera, you can explore it here:

Photographing the Reluctant Partner: Dignity, Connection & Showing Up Anyway →

Yes. All sessions include fully edited digital images delivered through a private online gallery. You’ll receive high-resolution files for printing and web-sized images for sharing. There are no required product purchases or hidden fees.


You can read more about why I structure sessions this way:

Why Digital Images Are Always Included →

  • “It felt so good to be celebrated in a body I’m not used to.


    My husband and I did my maternity photo shoot with Elizabeth and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

    As first time parents, Elizabeth made us feel like we could be our 100% authentic selves — she made me feel like an absolute goddess.”

    Liz C.
    ★★★★★

ready to reserve your session?

Choose an experience that best fits your family and this season of life.

Choose your date directly through the booking links below.
Most families complete their reservation in just a few minutes.

Reserve Maternity Mini
Reserve Maternity classic

Still have a question?  
elizabeth@alittlejoyphotography.com

Plymouth, MN • Maternity Sessions

The season of becoming.
Held with care.

Timeless maternity portraits for Twin Cities families.

A refined, minimal portrait experience

Maternity Mini — Mom Only

15 min In-studio

A few simple, elegant portraits to remember this season — a quiet moment, beautifully documented.

Includes

  • ✓Mom-only portraits
  • ✓One curated look
    Client arrives dressed & ready
  • ✓Soft, natural-style studio lighting
  • ✓10 professionally retouched high-resolution digital images
  • ✓Private online gallery for download & sharing
→

Real-time booking, full pricing, and a live calendar.
Reserve in minutes.

$250
No hidden fees
View Dates →

A relaxed, artful portrait experience

Maternity Classic — Mom + Immediate Family

60 min In-studio

Centered on you — your strength, your softness, the quiet power of carrying new life. Partners and children warmly included.

Includes

  • ✓Mom + partner and/or children
  • ✓Soft, natural-style studio lighting
  • ✓Studio wardrobe access for the whole family
  • ✓25 professionally retouched high-resolution digital images
  • ✓Private online gallery for download & sharing
→

Real-time booking, full pricing, and a live calendar.
Reserve in minutes.

$450
No hidden fees
View Dates →

“It felt so good to be celebrated in a body I’m not used to.

My husband and I did my maternity photo shoot with Elizabeth and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

As first time parents, Elizabeth made us feel like we could be our 100% authentic selves— She made me feel like an absolute goddess.”

Liz C.

Frequently Asked Questions

Maternity sessions are typically scheduled between 28–32 weeks gestation. This timing allows your belly to be beautifully round while still feeling comfortable and mobile. That said, every pregnancy is different; you’re always welcome to schedule when you feel your best.

I recommend booking during your second trimester to ensure availability on the calendar. Many clients choose to reserve their maternity and newborn sessions at the same time.

Yes. My studio offers a carefully curated wardrobe designed specifically to photograph beautifully during pregnancy. Pieces are chosen for their flattering silhouettes, soft textures, and timeless feel. I offer sizes for mothers, partners, and children, and I’ll guide you in selecting coordinating pieces that feel both comfortable and elevated.


Learn more about the studio wardrobe:

The Studio Wardrobe →

Absolutely. You don’t need to know what to do or how to stand — that’s my job. I’ll gently guide you through flattering poses while also leaving space for natural movement and candid moments. The goal is for you to feel relaxed, confident, and completely yourself.


If you’re curious how I support mothers during sessions, you can read more here:

Photographing Mothers: →

A willingness to slow down and enjoy the moment. Confidence, openness, and joy are always welcome here.

That’s very common — and completely okay. Many partners arrive feeling unsure about being in front of the camera. My role isn’t to force anyone into awkward poses or staged moments. Instead, I guide the session in a relaxed, natural way that focuses on connection rather than performance.

If you’d like to read more about how I approach photographing partners who feel hesitant in front of the camera, you can explore it here:

Photographing the Reluctant Partner: Dignity, Connection & Showing Up Anyway →

Yes. All sessions include fully edited digital images delivered through a private online gallery. You’ll receive high-resolution files for printing and web-sized images for sharing. There are no required product purchases or hidden fees.


You can read more about why I structure sessions this way:

Why Digital Images are Always Included →

Your session starts here.

Ready when you are.

Full pricing, session details, and a real-time calendar — all on this page. Most families reserve their session in just a few minutes.

Still have a question? Reach out here.