THE MATERNITY EXPERIENCE

TORONTO MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Welcome, expecting mothers! Celebrate this special time in your life with a personalized maternity photography session. Capture the beauty, excitement, and love of your pregnancy with stunning images that you’ll treasure forever. I offer a relaxed and comfortable environment, ensuring you feel radiant and at ease during your session. Whether you choose to wear one of my client’s closet gowns or your own outfit, we’ll create beautiful memories together. Book your session today and let’s make your journey to motherhood unforgettable!

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WHAT TO EXPECT

THE PROCESS

SAy hello

Congratulations on your pregnancy! Initiate the process by reaching out through my contact page. The best time to capture your bump is between 28-32 weeks of pregnancy, while your bump is nice & round but before you get too uncomfortable. I’m so thrilled to see you all and hear more about your vision and needs. Planning ahead allows you to choose the perfect dress from my client closet and decide on the best location for your session.

consultation

We will then consult with your vision, color choices and package details for the session. I will send over an electronic contract and questionnaire. A paid session fee and signed agreement are required to secure your session. We will custom design a portrait session perfect for you and your family. I will help you decide what to wear, where to go and what to bring. You will have the option of choosing in-studio posed/lifestyle session or outdoor candid session.

THE SESSION

It’s finally here! Depending on the session type you choose, you’ll arrive at my cozy studio in Stouffville, ON or I’ll meet you at one of the locations we agree on. We’ll take it slow, ensuring every detail is just right. I want you to fully embrace the moment. I will guide you through poses and prompts to ensure you’re comfortable and feeling incredible. While the sessions are filled with joy, my goal is to create a sense of peace for you and your family.

your images

Within a week you will receive your proofing gallery via email. Your proofs are lightly edited to give you an idea of their final appearance. Once you’ve selected your images for your package, I will put the finishing touches on your photos and send the download link to your high resolution files. Your gallery will remain active for one month after delivery, allowing you plenty of time to share with family and decided on any purchases.

The Maternity Process

STEP 01:
SAY HELLO
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Initiate the process by reaching out through my contact page. The best time to capture your bump is between 28-32 weeks of pregnancy, while your bump is nice & round but before you get too uncomfortable. I’m so thrilled to see you all and hear more about your vision and needs. Planning ahead allows you to choose the perfect dress from my client closet and decide on the best location for your session.
STEP 02:
CONSULTATION
We will then consult with your vision, color choices and package details for the session. I will send over an electronic contract and questionnaire. A paid session fee and signed agreement are required to secure your session. We will custom design a portrait session perfect for you and your family. I will help you decide what to wear, where to go and what to bring. You will have the option of choosing in-studio posed/lifestyle session or outdoor candid session.
STEP 03:
THE SESSION
It’s finally here! Depending on the session type you choose, you’ll arrive at my cozy studio in Stouffville, ON or I’ll meet you at one of the locations we agree on. We’ll take it slow, ensuring every detail is just right. I want you to fully embrace the moment. I will guide you through poses and prompts to ensure you’re comfortable and feeling incredible. While the sessions are filled with joy, my goal is to create a sense of peace for you and your family.
STEP 04:
YOUR IMAGES
Within a week you will receive your proofing gallery via email. Your proofs are lightly edited to give you an idea of their final appearance. Once you’ve selected your images for your package, I will put the finishing touches on your photos and send the download link to your high resolution files. Your gallery will remain active for one month after delivery, allowing you plenty of time to share with family and decided on any purchases.

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PRICING

Sweet Tales Photography offers simple, all-inclusive digital packages that allow you to take home all of your favorite images from your session.

A $200 retainer is due at the time of booking to reserve your day and time and is applied toward your total collections.

Outdoor maternity sessions take place in the Greater Toronto Area, while studio sessions are held at my Stouffville, Ontario studio.

I offer a discount on newborn session fees when you book maternity and newborn sessions at the same time.

investment begins at $335

FAQs

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR A MATERNITY SESSION?

I accept Maternity clients from 28 weeks until the birth, however, the ideal time for Maternity portraits is between 28-35 weeks of your pregnancy. In this time frame, you can expect your baby bump to be big enough for a beautiful belly, that you will still feel comfortable. If you are expecting multiples, I suggest scheduling your Maternity session between 24-30 weeks of pregnancy.

DO YOU OFFER A MATERNITY AND NEWBORN BUNDLE?

Yes, I do! When you book both sessions, you save 10% off your Newborn session. To book your bundle you will pay your $300 retainer fee to secure both sessions.

HOW LONG IS THE MATERNITY SESSION?

A typical full family Maternity photo session will take up to 1.5 hours to complete. This will include outfit changes during your session. Maternity sessions can be done with the mother only, or with the partner & family. We will take as many breaks as you or your family might need for a relaxed Maternity session experience, no worries!

WHAT TIME OF DAY IS BEST FOR MY SESSION?

It depends on if you are booking a studio or an outdoor Maternity session. I shoot studio sessions later mornings during the week so you have time to come to the studio refreshed and have time to get dolled up if you decide to do so. The perfect time for an outdoor session is the golden hour, about 1 hr 15 min before sunset.

IS MY SPOUSE OR FAMILY INCLUDED?

Unless it is the petite session package which is for the pregnant client only, the family is welcome to join in the fun at no extra charge. Photographing your growing bump is a celebration of your whole family’s upcoming addition.

DO YOU PROVIDE THE RAW FILES?

You will be provided with edited images only. Each picture is hand-edited and will be a representation of my work. Be sure to look at my portfolio to ensure my work and style are a good match for you.

DO I GET THE DIGITALS?

You get to keep your chosen images. Clients will receive a full gallery of professionally edited images at print resolution. Prints wall art and albums are available through your online gallery shop.

DO YOU OFFER MATERNITY DRESSES?

Yes, I do! I have a client closet full of dresses for my mothers to wear. I have a variety of options that go from a fully covered body to flowy. These fabrics is stretchable and will fit all-sized mamas.

DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING?

Only a strapless bra and seamless thong/underwear is recommended to be brought from home.

CAN I ADD-ON AN OUTDOOR SESSION TO MY STUDIO SESSION?

Absolutely! In fact, this is very popular amongst our clients as they love the diversity of in studio and outdoor portraits at sunset. This creates both stylish and lifestyle images of your growing family. These will be ad-on session and feel free to ask me when booking.

I FEEL AWKWARD IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA, I DON'T KNOW HOW TO POSE!

I used to feel the same! I will 100% guide you with all the posing ideas & help position you in flattering ways. Photography often feels awkward in the moment, but looks so natural in images.

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I Can’t wait to meet you!

Capture the beauty and magic of this special time with a maternity session. Let’s celebrate your journey into motherhood with images that you’ll treasure for a lifetime!

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Sweet Tales Photography is a Toronto & York Region maternity photographer also specializing in newborn, baby and family photography. Based in Stouffville and serving GTA and the surrounding area including Markham, Richmond Hill, Oshawa, Whitby, Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Newmarket, Aurora, and Vaughan.

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KIND WORDS

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Such a pleasure!

“We had the pleasure to work with Raji at Sweet Tales Photography for our maternity, newborn, and first year photographs. Raji was professional, patient, willing, collaborative, kind, easy-going, and reliable through the whole process. Our sons loved her energy and she got every single shot/pose we wanted to get. We thank her for being a part of our special milestones, we would wholeheartedly recommend her and we can’t wait to work with her again in the future! Thank you for your creativity, Raji!”