Motherhood & Maternity Photography
Services offered by Orange County maternity photographer, Hilary Avalos
Explore Details About Our Sessions
Hilary offers outdoor and in-studio maternity sessions. Outdoor maternity sessions are held in various beautiful locations throughout Orange County. Hilary focuses her passion on capturing the raw beauty and emotion of your unique motherhood journey.
All in-studio sessions are photographed by Hilary Avalos in her photography studio located in Laguna Niguel. The studio is designed with your comfort in mind. Maternity sessions include the use of Hilary's client closet of designer maternity dresses.
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The ideal time for a maternity session is between 28–36 weeks of pregnancy. By this point, your belly has a beautiful, round shape while you’re still comfortable enough to enjoy the experience. I recommend reaching out during your second trimester so we can reserve your session at the perfect time.
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Booking begins with a complimentary design consultation where we’ll talk about your vision, preferred style, and how you’d like to display your images in your home. Once we’ve planned your session, a non-refundable reservation fee secures your date and covers my time and talent during the session.
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Your maternity session is designed to be a full-service experience, including:
- A personalized photography session celebrating this special chapter of motherhood
- Access to a curated client wardrobe of beautiful maternity gowns
- Guidance with posing, styling, and location planning
- Professional editing of your images
- A private ordering appointment where you’ll select your favorite images and artwork
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Sessions can take place in:
- Beautiful outdoor locations throughout Orange County for soft natural light and scenic backdrops
- My private studio, which offers a comfortable, controlled environment for timeless and artistic portraits
We’ll decide on the best location together during your design consultation.
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Most maternity sessions last about 60–90 minutes. This allows plenty of time for outfit changes, a variety of poses, and capturing natural, authentic moments without feeling rushed.
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I love photographing soft, flowing dresses and elegant form-fitting gowns that highlight your beautiful silhouette. You’re welcome to bring your own outfits, and you’ll also have access to my curated client wardrobe for a polished and effortless look.
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Absolutely. Including your partner or children can make your images even more meaningful and tell the story of your growing family. If you’d like to include them, just let me know during the planning stage so we can coordinate outfits and session flow.
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After your session, we’ll schedule a personalized ordering appointment where you’ll view your beautifully edited images and choose your favorites. During this time, I’ll help you select the images and artwork that best fit your home, whether that’s fine art prints, albums, or custom wall art.
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Before your session, I’ll guide you through everything you need to know—from wardrobe choices to styling and preparation—so you feel confident, relaxed, and radiant. My goal is to create a joyful, stress-free experience from start to finish.
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Maternity sessions are best reserved during your second trimester to ensure availability and ideal timing for your portraits.