Quiet Grace: Capturing the Beauty of Intimate Maternity Portraits

Taylor and Brian’s maternity session was truly one of my favorite maternity sessions of 2024. I loved this studio session, and I felt so creatively inspired working with this couple. Taylor wanted a more intimate maternity session to embrace the beauty of her changing body as they awaited the arrival of their baby girl. We planned a more bare-bones style session with simpler outfits and flowy fabrics. Taylor and I love how it turned out!

When mamas-to-be go through pregnancy, there are so many changes in their bodies that can unearth many emotions. From feeling amazing, confused, inspired, awesome, jarred, and even exhausted - the experience can be overwhelming and so special. One of the things I love about maternity sessions is being able to embrace all of those feelings in their portraits. My goal with every session is to help mamas feel incredible and inspired by what their bodies are building and to embrace the beautiful changes as they get ready to welcome their babies. I know it can be so much, but I love when mamas like Taylor aim to document and showcase what’s so special about this journey. 

Before their ordering appointment, Taylor told me she was a little nervous to view her portraits. I was thrilled to be able to help her turn those nerves into excitement and awe.She later shared with me how grateful she was and how beautiful the session made her feel as an expecting mother. I’m so happy I got to work with you, Taylor and Brian. Thank you for trusting me with this special experience!

expecting mom holds baby bump wearing white button up shirt and green panties set during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom sits holding baby bump wearing white button up shirt and green panties set during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom sits holding baby bump wearing green panties set during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with white button down shirt and husband also touches her belly during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with white button down shirt and husband also touches her belly during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with whit crop top during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with whit crop top during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with tulle wrapped around her belly during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with tulle wrapped around her belly during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump wearing green panties set with tulle wrapped around her belly during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds baby bump in pink dress with the skirt floating around her during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom sits on wooden stool in white buttons shirt holding sonogram over her baby bump during intimate studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photography Nicole Starr Photography

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Intimate studio maternity portraits for expecting mama-to-be photographed by Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Maternity Portrait Session with Toddler Big Sister

My wonderful neighbors Lauren and Tim are expecting their second baby. When they reached out to me about maternity portraits to celebrate this special waiting period, I couldn’t say yes fast enough. Their daughter Anna is 5 months younger than our daughter, so we’ve been going through phases of parenthood together - and have been celebrating their second baby girl’s arrival with so much happiness, too. 

Lauren and Tim decided to keep their portrait session simple - with maternity portraits in my studio (super convenient in the neighborhood, ha!). Anna got to be a huge part of their session, too, which I always love to see. She was absolutely adorable - wanting to hold and kiss her mama’s belly. Lauren and Tim asked to recreate some moments from their first maternity session with me, and I couldn’t wait. I love when families think about how their images will all mix together over the years. 

Some of my favorite portraits turned out to be the backlit and silhouette portraits. They’re elegant, yet simple. I know they will be treasured for years to come! It’s always fun to find new ways to capture similar moments for my couples - like posing with her cardigan and updating a similar photo with their daughter now. Lauren and Tim, congratulations and thank you for trusting me again to capture your maternity portraits. I can’t wait to share your newborn session soon!  

toddler touches expecting mother’s belly while she stands in lace bra with peach cardigan and jeans in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump standing in lace bra with peach cardigan around her arms in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
husband leans head into wife’s forehead touching her belly during maternity portraits in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds toddler daughter in lace dress on her baby bump in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds toddler daughter in lace dress on her baby bump in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds toddler daughter in lace dress on her baby bump in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds toddler daughter in lace dress on her baby bump with husband next to them in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom in jeans with lace bra kneels down with toddler in white dress on floor of Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom imposes in white lace dress holding baby bump in front of white curtains in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom imposes in white lace dress holding baby bump in front of white curtains in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Maternity Portrait Session with Toddler Big Sister in Saratoga Springs studio with New York maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Saratoga Springs Maternity Portraits with Traditional Indian Dresses

Shreya and Alvin are expecting again! This sweet family chose to do a maternity session as part of their Collective Membership. It’s hard to believe this was actually our first session together! Shreya, Alvin, and Ariya are naturals in front of the camera! While we included maternity portraits, it was also important to me that we captured what life is like as a family of three (soon-to-be four) right now. The result was some truly sweet portraits of Shreya, Alvin, and Ariya. 

We did their session right before the holidays, and we started off with some holiday portraits for their Christmas cards. Ariya was so adorable, and I love these family portraits and her individual poses! This little girl has so much personality, and we had a lot of fun with her in the studio. She was not shy at all and loved being the center of attention with her parents. 

After we were done with the holiday portraits, it was time to move into Shreya’s maternity portraits. Shreya brought this handmade white anarkali, a traditional Indian dress that she also wore when pregnant with her firstborn. It was stunning in person and photographed so beautifully on her, and I love the simplicity of these portraits in our all white studio. Including Shreya and Alvin’s traditional Indian outfits was so special to me. I always want my families’ portraits to feel like them - including what’s important to you. 

Shreya and Alvin, thank you for trusting me with this special moment in your family’s story. I can’t wait to see you all again for our next session together! 

toddler girl sits in blue and black plaid dress on chair in front of holiday arbor with tan and blush ornaments during holiday portraits in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
parents hold toddler daughter in matching plaid shirt, jacket, and dress in front of holiday arbor with tan and blush ornaments during holiday portraits in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in plaid jacket holds aughter in matching plaid dress in front of holiday arbor with tan and blush ornaments during holiday portraits in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in plaid jacket sits with daughter in matching plaid dress on her dad’s lap in front of holiday arbor with tan and blush ornaments during holiday portraits in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
girl in black and red plaid dress sits on bench during holiday mini sessions featuring arbor with tan and blush ornaments during in Saratoga Springs studio with NY family photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother sits on bench holding baby bump in traditional white Indian anarkali during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump in traditional white Indian anarkali during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump in traditional white Indian anarkali during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother and her husband hold baby bump in traditional white Indian anarkali during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother wearing traditional white Indian anarkali twirls daughter in colorful Indian dress during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
husband hugs expecting wife wearing traditional Indian anarkali while holding her bump  during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother wearing traditional white Indian anarkali stands with her husband and her daughter in colorful Indian dress during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
husband leans into expecting wife’s forehead while holding her bump  during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother wearing traditional white Indian anarkali stands with her husband and her daughter in colorful Indian dress during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler girl wears traditional Indian dress in three colors standing in studio for family portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump in tractional Indian gold dress with red sari on arm during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump in tradtional Indian gold dress with red sari on arm with husband in traditional attire during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother holds baby bump in tradtional Indian gold dress with red sari on arm with husband in traditional attire during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting parents sit holding daughter in traditional red and gold Indian attire during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler reaches up to touch expecting mom’s baby bump in traditional Indian attire during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Saratoga Springs maternity portraits in studio with traditional Indian dresses for mama-to-be photographed by New York maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Saratoga Springs Maternity Portrait Session at Sunset

Lindsay, Steve, and their son Julian are welcoming a baby girl to the family! We planned a beautiful spring maternity session at sunset in Saratoga Springs at one of my new favorite locations to document this growing family. Lindsay is absolutely glowing, so it was fun to plan portraits to celebrate her and the baby girl she’s carrying! 

When Julian was born two years ago, we did maternity and newborn portraits for him, so it was wonderful to see this beautiful family again. I love getting to be a part of all of the changes my NSP families experience - and I love that I help preserve those special moments for years to come. 

For Lindsay’s maternity portraits, we actually started in my Saratoga Springs studio. These portraits are always so simple and elegant. She chose one of my favorite white dresses from our Mama Wardrobe - with beautiful lace sleeves and textures. When we were done there, we headed to the new location I found in Saratoga Springs. It’s got a tree lined path and at golden hour, the light hits it just right to create some truly dreamy portraits! Lindsay wore one of my pink maternity gowns to the outdoor location and it was the perfect nod to their little girl. 

Julian wasn’t so keen on joining us for family portraits, but we still captured some great ones with this soon-to-be big brother. I have a million tricks and games up my sleeve, and we always manage to capture some great smiles from even the trickiest little ones. If you’ve been putting off portraits because you’re worried about your little one not cooperating, don’t be worried! I’ve been doing this for over 11 years, and I was an elementary teacher for years before that. I’ve seen everything. Literally. I fully expect kids to act like kids, and toddlers have independent little minds and they like to call the shots. We work with that, we have fun, and we capture them as they are while still getting their vibrant personalities to shine through. As you can see, it all pays off in the end! 

Congratulations again to Lindsay, Steve, and Julian! I can’t wait to meet your sweet little girl so soon! 

mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds toddler son with husband standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds toddler son on baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds toddler son on baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom in white gown with lace sleeves holds husband’s hand on baby bump standing in Saratoga Springs studio photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Saratoga Springs maternity portraits at sunset and in studio with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer

Casual Maternity Portraits with Jeans and a White Tee

Stephanie and Matt are welcoming their first baby soon and reached out about studio maternity portraits. I loved the idea, especially after they began telling me about their vision. Stephanie and Matt wanted a more casual look and a dressier option, but everything would be photographed in the studio. I think their maternity session turned out so, so classic! 

Much of Stephanie and Matt’s portraits centered around their outfits. For their more casual look, they decided on jeans and a white t-shirt. I think it’s a great classic look that will stand the test of time. They both looked super relaxed, which I’m always striving for. After that look, Stephanie wanted a dressier option. She chose one of my gowns from my studio’s Mama Wardrobe and looked incredible! Both looks were stunning on my new hand-painted canvas backdrop. I love this option for a more fine art look for portraits here in the studio. I’m so happy I got to use it for Stephanie and Matt! It really added a stunning vibe to their portraits. 

After their session, I have to admit I LOVED going through their gallery with both Stephanie and Matt.They’re both so excited about this season of life and were thrilled to see their portraits come to life. I’m so happy I could help them document this special time for their growing family. 

expecting mom in classic white t-shirt and jeans sits on bed in Saratoga Springs NY studio during classic and casual maternity portraits with Nicole Starr Photography

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Casual and classic maternity portraits for mom in jeans and white t-shirt with hand painted backdrop in Saratoga Springs NY studio photographed by Nicole Starr Photography

Classic White Gown Maternity Portraits for One of My Dearest Friends

This was such a special portrait session for both of us. Katie is a long-time friend of mine from Massachusetts, and she’s that special kind of friend that can brighten any day with a text or a call. I really treasure our friendship, and I love how fate brought us together as friends. When she told me that she and her husband were expecting, I was soooooo excited for them! They waited a long time for this news, and we talked about it a lot over the years while wishing and waiting and hoping. Their little baby is proof that miracles really do happen.

Of course I told her that I would love to document all of their milestones for them, and the very first one was with maternity portraits here in the studio when she was visiting for a few days! Katie looked so gorgeous and radiant in a few of the white gowns from the studio’s Mama Wardrobe, and she was the very first mama to wear this beautiful new gown with the crocheted sleeves.

A fun little side note for you: Were you a loyal fan of the TV show This is Us? I was, and the moment I saw Katie in this dress I couldn’t help but tell her that she reminded me of Sally, Uncle Nicky’s hippie girlfriend in the 60s. Maybe this came to mind because I happened to be rewatching the entire series while on my maternity leave, which is when I did Katie’s portraits, but either way, this became known as The Sally Dress and I think it’s so fitting.

expecting mother stands in white gown holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump and smiling down during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump and smiling over shoulder during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump laughing during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in white gown with lace sleeves holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

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Classic white gown maternity portraits in studio with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Maternity portraits for a yoga instructor

I’m so excited for Lauren and Tim to be welcoming their first baby, a little girl named Anna Marie. This family is extra special to me because they’re actually our neighbors! They moved to Saratoga Springs from Boston last winter, and we are thrilled to be two doors down from them with their little girl on the way. We can’t wait to watch their daughter and Adelaide cross our lawns and knock on each other’s door for play dates when they get older. It was definitely emotional when Lauren reached out asking about a maternity session!

When we began to plan their session, Lauren mentioned she wanted to incorporate her daily yoga practice into the portraits. She’s a yoga instructor so it was something meaningful to her. She had this colorful pillow in her yoga studio and it was perfect for her portraits. We planned her outfit to coordinate, and I love the brilliant pop of color! We used the same yoga pillow in her newborn session (which will be on the blog soon!). It was really fun to see the continuity between the two sessions.

Another wishlist item for her maternity session was a silhouette portrait. This was so fun to capture for her, and so beautifully classic as a black and white portrait. I love when my clients help me to lay out what they want in their portriats. Finally, Lauren and Tim wanted a more casual vibe for their couples portraits and I love how this turned out with the chunky knit sweater and jeans. The lace bralette is officially one of my new favorite items to recommend for maternity portraits, and I love the look of it with the cardigan in these images! Lauren - you are absolutely glowing and I’m honored that I was able to document this special moment for you and Tim!!

yoga instructor sits on colorful yoga pillow in bright pink bralette during maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
yoga instructor sits on colorful yoga pillow cradling stomach in bright pink bralette during maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
yoga instructor sits on colorful yoga pillow cradling stomach in bright pink bralette during maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
yoga instructor stands in tree pose on yoga pillow holding her baby bump and heart wearing bright pink bralette during maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting couple stands in studio touching mom’s baby bump in pink sweater and shirt for studio maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting couple stands in studio while mom holds baby bump and dad holds white pumpkin during maternity portraits with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
classic black and white silhouette of expecting mother in lace bralette holding baby bump with sweater off elbows during studio maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer
classic black and white silhouette of expecting mother in lace bralette holding baby bump with sweater off elbows and husband holding her hands during studio maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer
xpecting mother in lace bralette holding baby bump with pink sweater off elbows during studio maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer
expecting mother in lace bralette holding baby bump with pink sweater off elbows smiles at husband as he touches her bump during studio maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer

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Maternity portraits in studio for yoga instructor with silhouettes and cozy outfits photographed by Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography.

Why you should add on a maternity session when scheduling newborn portraits

Most couples and families come to me with the plan to schedule newborn portraits to celebrate the arrival of their new baby. But, not many mamas think about a maternity session for themselves. Pregnancy is a journey - and one that should be documented and captured. While it’s fun and exciting to think about the day your little one arrives, there’s still so much that happens before they ever make their appearance earthside. That’s why I want to share why you should add on a maternity session when scheduling your newborn portraits!

Pretty soon, everything will be about the baby.

It's important to celebrate this stage where it's just the two of you as a couple, too. It's the last time it'll ever be just the two of you again!

You will positively glow in front of the camera.

Pregnancy hormones may not always be fun to deal with, but your skin & hair has never looked more amazing. Why not take advantage of that extra glow with some portraits celebrating the journey you’re on?

mom stands holding baby bump in white linen gown with embroidery and eyelets photographed by New York maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Mamas, your body, your mind, and your heart have gone through so much to carry this baby.

Pregnancy is not easy, but it is beautiful. Honor this moment and capture portraits that you can look back on to remember just how incredibly strong your body is!

expecting mother stands in white off-the-shoulder gown holding baby bump and skirt during studio maternity portraits with NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

These moments are part of your family’s story and history.

If you're having a little girl, one day she may have children of her own and she will want to look back on these portraits of you carrying her in your belly. She's going to look at her beautiful mother and identify so much with the woman in the photographs. This is a gift you can give your baby 30 years from now.

expecting mother sits in wicker chair in white dress holding baby bump during studio maternity portraits with Nicole Starr Photography

Document all of life’s milestones.

Your walls tell your family's story, and framing your wedding, maternity, and newborn portraits is such a beautiful way to document all of life's most important milestones for you to look back on daily.

expecting parents stand together on sidewalk in Saratoga Springs during maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography

My own journey with pregnancy + maternity portraits…

I’m ending this blog post on a personal note… My #1 regret with my first pregnancy was not documenting it with anything more than cell phone selfies every couple of weeks. I had planned to take some portraits right at the end, but then we wound up delivering a few weeks early and I never got the chance to. Me, a photographer, barely had any photos of my first baby bump.

So when we were expecting our next and last little one, I made sure to capture photographs to remember this season of our lives. I am so glad that I slowed down and made it a priority to step in front of the camera this time around, and I know I will treasure those photographs (and my little girl will, too!) for the rest of my life.

expecting parents sit on steps at the Hall of Springs during maternity portraits with Nicole Starr Photography

Finally, did you know that adding a maternity session on to your newborn session is only $100? We usually schedule maternity portraits for 28-36 weeks.


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Why you should add maternity portraits onto your newborn portrait package shared by NY newborn and maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Sunlight Maternity Portraits in Downtown Saratoga Springs

Heather and Lee are expecting their first baby, a little girl, and I had the honor of photographing their Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session! As with all of my outdoor sessions, we scheduled a rain date in the hopes that we wouldn’t need it. But, we wound up having to switch to that date after all! The night of our original session, we had torrential downpour. Instead, we truly lucked out with our second date. We even got the most beautiful gorgeous golden light peeking through the trees and buildings during their session.

One of the best parts of Heather and Lee’s session was getting to explore Downtown Saratoga Springs with them. I found a few new spots I loved along Broadway and North Broadway. They turned out to be gorgeous for these new parents! Heather chose three outfits for her maternity session. This is very common with my mothers! It’s nice to switch up the fancier and casual looks, especially when doing an on-location session like this one. Honestly, I love Heather’s yellow dress that we started with! It popped perfectly against the buildings downtown.

Congratulations, Heather and Lee! I’m so excited for you and your new little girl!

new parents stand together in Downtown Saratoga Springs holding mom’s belly during maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer
expecting parents hold mom’s belly during Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting parents hold mom’s belly during Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands holding baby belly in yellow maternity dress during Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands in mauve gown during Saratoga Springs maternity session with NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mother stands in overalls and white t-shirt during Saratoga Springs maternity session with New York maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
man leans down to kiss wife in overalls during casual Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr  Photography
man poses with wife in overalls during casual Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr  Photography

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Downtown Saratoga Springs maternity session with three looks for mom-to-be photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Celebrating Baby #2 - Maternity Portraits in Congress Park with Saratoga Springs Family Photographer

How beautiful is Katie?! This is my second time capturing a maternity session for her and Zach, and I’m so thrilled I was able to document another milestone for their family! Katie and Zach are one of the sweetest couples I know and their older son, Carter, is always a joy to see, too! I’ve been working with them since Katie was pregnant with Carter - for her maternity session and milestone sessions for him, too!

Now they’re expecting another little boy and Katie reached out to me about her maternity portraits. I couldn’t wait to get them on the schedule! We decided to split her session between Congress Park and the studio. It allowed us to capture a few different looks for her - and I think it worked out perfectly!! She used some of my gowns from the Mama wardrobe for the studio, which I loved. That green and white lace dress is one of my favorites and Katie looked amazing in it. Carter was all about being a brother already - hugging his mom’s belly and smiling nice and big for us.

I can’t wait to meet their newest addition. Katie and I are actually due the same week - so I’ll be thinking of her as we welcome Baby #2, too! Congratulations again, Katie, Zach, and Carter! I’m so excited for your new baby boy to enter the world!!! He is already so loved.

pregnant woman poses in navy blue dress holding baby bump in Congress Park photographed by Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mom holds son’s hand with husband in Congress Park during maternity session with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
expecting mother stands with hand under baby bump and on back during Congress Park maternity portraits
parents swing toddler in Congress Park during family and maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography, NY family photographer
parents pose with toddler during maternity session in Congress Park with NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
toddler in blue and white striped button up shirt sits in Congress Park photographed by Nicole Starr Photography, NY family photographer
mom holds baby belly in black  gown during studio maternity session with NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom hugs toddler standing on stool while holding baby belly during NY maternity portraits with Nicole Starr Photography
parents stand together looking at mom’s baby belly during studio maternity portraits with Nicole Starr Photography, NY maternity photographer
mom holds baby belly during studio maternity session in black gown with Saratoga Springs NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr PHotography
mom hugs toddler who is hugging her baby belly during NY maternity session in studio with Saratoga Springs maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography
mom holds baby belly in green and lace gown in studio during Saratoga Springs NY maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography
dad hugs mom who’s holding baby belly in green and lace gown in studio during Saratoga Springs NY maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography
husband and son pose with mom who’s holding baby belly in green and lace gown in studio during Saratoga Springs NY maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography
mother holds and looks at baby belly in green and lace gown in studio during Saratoga Springs NY maternity session with Nicole Starr Photography

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Congress Park maternity portraits in Saratoga Springs for mother of two boys photographed by NY maternity photographer Nicole Starr Photography

Golden Sunset Maternity Portraits in a Field, Saratoga Springs Maternity Photographer

Alexandra, Dan, and Baby Lincoln are welcoming a little girl to their family this year! I was so excited when they contacted me about maternity portraits this fall. This sweet family just moved here from Hawaii and they were so excited to document this season of anticipation. I know they’re all so excited for their baby girl to make her arrival!!

Alexandra’s one request from the start was that her portraits felt candid and had a nice bohemian feel to them. She chose the perfect gowns from our studio’s Mama Wardrobe to bring her vision to life! She decided on sweet little suspenders for Lincoln, who just turned one this summer. The entire session, he was having blast with his parents playing and running through the field. He’s going to be the best big brother!

I can’t wait to meet their little girl soon for her lifestyle newborn session. They have a beautiful nursery all ready for her arrival, and it will be so perfect in her lifestyle portraits. After her newborn session, we’ll be creating a stunning heirloom album with both sets of portraits to preserve their memories. I’m so excited to design it for them!


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Maternity portraits in a meadow with Saratoga Springs photographer

Patty just has the glow every woman dreams of when they find out they’re pregnant! This beautiful mama and her husband, Jared, came to my Saratoga Springs studio to capture this incredible milestone in their family. For her maternity portraits, we were able to head to a field about a mile from the studio and then come back inside to do a few more looks in the studio!

Doesn’t this mama look absolutely radiant in this beautiful peach gown in the field?! If you happen to love the gown, too, you’ll be pleased to know I’ve now added it to my Mama Wardrobe! Patty looked incredible and the peach color was the perfect pop against the green grass around her and Jared. Despite some pesky (and persistent!) mosquitos, they were both champs and put up with them for the sake of gorgeous portraits!

Then we headed back to the studio for two more beautiful looks. This gorgeous mama brought a sweet striped dress that she wore in the studio - and actually brought back to wear again in her little girl’s newborn portraits a few weeks later. And their newborn session really was just a few weeks later. Their sweet baby arrived 3 weeks early, before we even had a chance to finish the ordering appointment for her maternity session! We had a great time recreating portraits from their maternity session during their second session in the studio.

After both sessions, these new parents chose all of their favorite portraits for a stunning heirloom album that I know they’re going to enjoy looking through with their baby girl for many years to come!


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Saratoga Springs Maternity Portraits with a Horse

I can’t believe I’m finally getting to share Jillian’s maternity portraits with you! When she reached out to book her portraits, she mentioned the idea of having her session at Rolling Oaks Stable with her horse. I was absolutely excited for that! What’s more classic Saratoga than portraits with a horse?!

Jillian, her husband, and I all met up at the stable for their maternity session. I couldn’t wait to meet Jillian’s horse, Zita. Zita was an absolute dream for us - even wearing a sweet floral garland while Jillian cozied up next to her. I know these two (well, three with Zita!) are excited to welcome their baby girl Gianna to the family. This sweet mama can’t wait to bring her little one out here and introduce her to the stables. What a special moment it will be for Gianna and Zita to meet one day soon!

For her session, Jillian chose to wear two of the maternity gowns I have in my mama’s wardrobe. Both looked amazing against the backdrop of the stable. I can’t wait to see which portraits they choose to display in their home as they await Gianna’s arrival. I’m so excited for this sweet family! Enjoy this absolutely dreamy Saratoga Springs maternity session featuring Zita!!

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Summertime Maternity Portraits - Saratoga Springs Maternity Photographer

I love celebrating new babies’ arrivals with their families, but one of the stages that I also really enjoy is the maternity session! There is so much anticipation and excitement as couples await their little one’s arrival, counting down the days until they become new parents.

These parents-to-be joined me for some classic portraits in our white, light-filled studio. This glowing mama borrowed a few dresses from the studio’s Mama Wardrobe, and she looked absolutely amazing in them!

Did you know I have a client closet filled with dresses for mamas to wear during their portrait sessions? This takes all of the work out of planning outfits and wondering what to wear and how it will fit you — these dresses are neutral colors in flowy fabrics with gorgeous lace details that photograph beautifully. Just look at how perfect they are on this stunning mama!

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Then we went to downtown Saratoga Springs for some outdoor portraits at sunset. This mama is having a baby boy, and she chose a blue infinity wrap dress from the client closet for her outdoor portraits. I love how this color pops in the summer sun! And check out the beautiful bokeh with the sun streaming through the trees!

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Can’t wait to celebrate their sweet baby boy’s arrival with them soon!

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Maternity Portraits in our Classic Studio Gowns

I know one mama who is excited to see her maternity session blog post! This sweet mama-to-be is due in September, and she was absolutely radiant for her maternity portrait session. We started with studio portraits in our Saratoga Springs portrait studio, and Genna selected a few of her favorite gowns from our Mama Wardrobe. I especially love the boho lace off-the-shoulder gown on her! Doesn’t she look like a goddess???

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Genna was excited to show off that gorgeous baby bump with some bare bump photos, too! An oversize shirt was the perfect accessory. Wondering what else looks good in bare bump photos? Cozy cardigans, lace kimono tops, swimsuit coverups, and bathrobes!

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Next up were sunset portraits at the Hall of Springs with their puppy! I loved doing a mix of indoor and outdoor portraits for their maternity session, and the outdoor portraits were the perfect opportunity for their fur baby to join us.

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A Sunset Maternity Session at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga

Summer sunsets. There is nothing more beautiful for an outdoor portrait session, and I absolutely loved getting to know Kristen & Paul during their maternity session as they start counting down the weeks to their baby girl’s arrival later this summer.

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We got together at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga Springs with their first baby with four paws, Kubo. Kubo absolutely stole the show and I can’t wait to see him with their new baby soon!

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The beautiful buildings at the Hall of Springs are the perfect backdrop, and I always enjoy the gorgeous white columns and the impeccable landscaping. It truly is such a lovely spot in the summer!

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Seriously, how sweet are they?!?! This is my favorite portrait from their session, and I’m so happy it’s going to be hanging on their wall at home to always remember this time of sweet anticipation while waiting to meet their baby girl.

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About Nicole Starr Photography 

Nicole Starr specializes in newborn, baby & family photography and has been serving families in New York and Massachusetts since 2012.  She has a portrait studio in Saratoga Springs, NY for families in the Capital Region, and she also works with families at her Attleboro, MA studio and on location in Boston and on Cape Cod. 

The portrait studio is filled with neutrals, luxe fabrics, and very minimal props to keep the focus on your perfect little baby.  Our sessions are relaxed and fun, and we’ll enjoy an hour together (or up to 3 hours for a newborn session!) laughing, cuddling, and capturing authentic smiles and belly laughs with your little ones.  

A Saratoga Springs Maternity Session

This maternity session at our Saratoga Springs portrait studio was extra special to me.

I met this sweet family when they were waiting on their first baby to arrive a little over 2 years ago. Their son was born in April 2017, and we did a few different portrait sessions in his first year. They were just so much fun to work with, and I always looked forward to catching up with them at their sessions while capturing some beautiful family portraits!

Then as we were coming up on the date for their cake smash, I wound up going to the hospital to have our own baby and I had to postpone their session. Our son Grayson was born ON THEIR SON’S FIRST BIRTHDAY! So now the two boys share a birthday, and it’s so sweet to look at Killian who is exactly one year older than Grayson and picture what our little blonde haired, blue eyed boy might be like a year from now!

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When they told me that Baby #2 would be here this spring, I was so excited for them! I can’t wait to watch Killian with his baby sister, and I’m really looking forward to welcoming them into the studio soon for their daughter’s newborn portraits.

But first we enjoyed a little maternity session to document their last days as a family of three.

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Did you know that we have a studio closet filled with beautiful gowns for mamas and mamas-to-be? Book any session with Nicole Starr Photography and you’ll have access to all of the dresses in our Mama Wardrobe to help you look & feel your best in your portraits!


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About Nicole Starr Photography 

Nicole Starr specializes in newborn, baby & family photography and has been serving families in New York and Massachusetts since 2012.  She has a portrait studio in Saratoga Springs, NY for families in the Capital Region.  Nicole also works with families year round at her Attleboro, MA portrait studio, and on location May through October in Boston and on Cape Cod.  Nicole has a clean and classic style, and the studio is filled with neutrals and luxe fabrics.  We use very minimal props to keep the focus on your perfect little baby.  Our sessions are relaxed and fun, and we’ll enjoy an hour together (or up to 3 hours for a newborn session!) laughing, cuddling, and capturing authentic smiles and belly laughs with your little ones.  

A Classic Maternity Session with Saratoga Springs Maternity and Newborn Photographer

I just love it when husbands plan portrait sessions as a surprise gift for their wives! It’s extra thoughtful, and really the best gift!

Zach reached out to me to book a maternity session for his wife when she was 13 weeks pregnant. He was so excited about their little one’s upcoming arrival that he wanted to surprise Katie with portraits of her pregnancy, and we started planning this top secret session months before we would actually take their portraits to give that baby bump some time to grow. :o)

They came to our Saratoga Springs portrait studio, and basically won the award for cutest and most in love couple ever. How sweet are these two?!?!

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Katie wore a few of the gowns from our Mama Wardrobe, and she was absolutely breathtaking! This mama has such a calm presence about her, and really has the sweetest personality. I’m so excited to capture her with her baby boy soon!

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Enjoy a sneak peek at our beautiful new mama gowns in the studio

One of my favorite things about our maternity sessions is helping these mamas-to-be feel like radiant goddesses for their portraits. I love celebrating their baby bump and talking with them about their little one’s upcoming arrival, and getting so excited to plan their newborn session together.

However, one thing that clients always ask me is:
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR???

It’s hard. I get it! You want something that is going to photograph beautifully, and when you’re pregnant, you want an outfit with a soft & flowy fabric that is going to accentuate all of the beautiful parts of your shape that you want to show off. It sounds easy enough, but when you go searching for an outfit it turns out they are incredibly hard to find.

That is why I have a studio closet filled with gorgeous gowns for our clients — maternity clients, new mamas with their tiny babies in their arms, and even mamas with older babies and toddlers!

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Melissa came to the studio with the most adorable baby bump to model a bunch of our new gowns, and I love how beautiful these classic styles are on her!

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Our mama wardrobe has something for everyone.
Flowy fabrics
Lace
Cap sleeves
Strapless
Off the shoulder
Sheer
Floor length
Short
Lots of white
And so many colors, too!

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We have a bunch of infinity wrap dresses like the ones below, which can be tied a million different ways to create a different style of dress every time. I love these dresses because they flatter every single body and they help mamas feel amazing and so, so beautiful!

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Winter Maternity Portraits with a Red Gown

When Lorraine first reached out to plan her maternity session, we talked a lot about leaving some wiggle room in our calendars to try and align it with a snow day. After a few snowstorms that promised 7 inches of snow simply disappeared from the forecast, we decided to go with a wintery session (minus the snow!) at our original location. The end result? Absolutely lovely maternity portraits!

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Lorraine & Moe brought their THREE fur babies with them. I always love incorporating dogs into our sessions, and these three were pretty amazing. Can you even believe we got a portrait with all of the dogs facing forward? No Photoshop head swaps or dog swaps necessary!

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This mama-to-be looked radiant in her red gown, and it popped against the neutral and cool winter landscape.

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This might be one of my favorite shots from this session! I LOVE the excitement on their faces here!

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