For documenting the beginning. Subtle bumps photograph beautifully too, and this suits anyone wanting a series across more than one trimester.
Weeks 24–28weeks
The Window for Twins
Carrying multiples? This is the recommended window — the bump is full and you are still comfortable. We keep the session relaxed and work with your energy.
Weeks 28–34weeks
The Classic Window
The most booked timeframe by a distance. The bump is beautifully round, you still have mobility and energy, and the light catches every curve.
Past 34 weeks? It is not too late.
Your dates
Find your window
Tell us your due date and we’ll show the weeks that photograph best, as real dates.
Get in touch and we will find the right approach for your body and your timeline.
The ideal window is between 28 and 34 weeks — when the bump is beautifully defined and you are still comfortable enough to enjoy the session. Every pregnancy is different, though, so we tailor the timing to you.
Carrying twins? We recommend scheduling earlier, around 24 to 28 weeks.
Maternity sessions
Photography That Tells Your Story
Vithu directs every pose, every angle and every detail, so you never have to wonder whether you look alright. You just get to feel it.
Maternity sessions are the most personal work we do. There is something particular about photographing the strength and anticipation of this stage, while it is still happening.
For your partner
A Note for Partners
All you have to do is turn up and hold her the way you already do.
Most partners walk in nervous and walk out saying it was one of the better hours they have spent together.
We know the session is about her — but you are part of this story too.
You do not need to be comfortable in front of a camera. We direct every pose, every hand placement, every look. All you have to do is turn up and hold her the way you already do.
You want to feel beautiful in a body that doesn’t quite feel like yours yet.
All you have to do is turn up and hold her the way you already do.
Maternity sessions are the most personal work we do.
A maternity session is more than time in front of a camera. It includes a consultation beforehand, fully guided posing and direction throughout, and a walkthrough of your gallery once it is ready.
Every family’s order looks different — some choose a single piece for the wall, others build an album and print collection. We’ll walk you through the options so you can choose what suits your home and your budget.
Proofs in 48 hoursYour finished gallery follows in one week (three weeks for the two-hour Complete session).
Rain? We rescheduleNo fee, no stress.
Ask before you bookText us a question, or message us. Reply within one business day.
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Fully transferableCan’t make it? Send us the name of whoever is taking your slot and we handle the rest.
Styling guide, straight awayIt’s shown on your confirmation page right after you book.
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In Their Words
Five out of five stars.
“This is our second time booking Saakshi Photography and we plan to continue to do so! We loved how creative Vithu got with our maternity photos. The photos turned out amazing! He works with you the whole time and is so fun to work with. Amazing quality and fast turnaround as well!”
Roshaan Maternity session, second booking
Five out of five stars.
“We would highly recommend this photographer! We had him join us for our baby shower and the photos turned out so well. The entire family was happy with it. He was so patient and kind throughout the whole event and we could not ask for better memories to be captured!”
Mayuri
Five out of five stars.
“The quality of your work is exceptional, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and we look forward to taking future family photos with you. We are beyond grateful for the work you have done!”
Clients routinely tell us they have never felt better about photographs of themselves, and most of them were thinking exactly what you are thinking now before they booked.
You do not need to be — that is our job. We direct every pose, every angle and every expression.
Partner, children, pets?
Yes, and we encourage it. If you have a toddler we keep things relaxed and work with their energy rather than against it. Pets are welcome too.
We give part of the session to family portraits and part to solo portraits of you.
What to wear
Bring two or three options so we have flexibility on the day. After booking we send a detailed styling guide.
The guide covers colours, fabrics and silhouettes that photograph well at this stage. Flowing fabrics, soft neutrals and fitted pieces that celebrate the bump all work beautifully.
We recommend it. If you do not have someone, we can recommend an artist.
Professional hair and makeup makes a noticeable difference to how you feel during the session, and that confidence shows in the photographs.
Rain on the day?
We reschedule — no fee, no stress.
We watch the forecast and will be in touch in advance if conditions look poor. If rain is a possibility we can either move to the next available date or shift indoors to Mint Room Studios or Preto Loft.
Pick your setting and we’ll tell you what works there. Bring two or three options and we’ll help you choose on the day.
Mint Room
White walls: let colour carry the portrait.
Most Mint Room rooms are white, cream or pale, so pure white and very pale tints fade into the walls. Tap your room for colours that stand out in it, or use these in any of them. Not sure which room? Ask us.
Deep on whiteNavy, camel, oatmeal
Soft on whiteSage, dusty blue, stone
Wear
Mid and deeper tones: navy, burgundy, olive, camel
Warm oatmeal rather than stark white
Texture: knit, linen, corduroy, denim
Skip
Pure white: edges disappear into the walls
Very pale pastels that wash out
Busy patterns and large logos
Love an all-white look? Add one deeper layer, like a denim jacket or a camel coat, so everyone still reads.
Preto Loft
Bright, grey and brick: bring the warmth.
Preto Loft is a New York-style loft with tall factory windows, exposed brick and a lot of light. Tap your room for colours that stand out in it, or use these in any of them. Not sure which room? Ask us.
Deep on whiteNavy, camel, oatmeal
Soft on whiteSage, dusty blue, stone
Wear
Mid and deeper tones: navy, burgundy, olive, camel
Warm oatmeal rather than stark white
Texture: knit, linen, corduroy, denim
Skip
Pure white: edges disappear into the walls
Very pale pastels that wash out
Busy patterns and large logos
Love an all-white look? Add one deeper layer, like a denim jacket or a camel coat, so everyone still reads.
Outdoors
Colour that glows in natural light.
Golden light flatters flowing fabric and warm, soft tones. Choose something that moves and shows your bump.
Warm neutralsCream, sand, camel
Blush & sageBlush, sage, ivory
Wear
A fitted dress or gown that shows your bump
Flowing skirts and sleeves that catch the wind
Soft neutrals with one muted colour
Your partner and children in the same palette, not the same colour
Skip
Stiff or heavy fabrics that hide the bump
Bold prints and large logos
Shoes that are hard to walk in on uneven ground
Bring a light wrap: fabric over the shoulders makes a lovely second look.
At home
Soft, simple and yours.
At home we use the light and the rooms you live in. Choose pieces that feel like you.
Cosy creamCream, sand, blush
Soft blue-greyDusty blue, ivory, stone
Wear
A fitted robe, knit or simple dress that shows the bump
Soft textures: knit, cotton, silk
A plain tee and jeans for the relaxed frames
Bare feet or warm socks
Skip
Busy patterns that blend into your decor
Shapeless layers that hide the bump
Neon and large logos
Send us a photo of the room you would like to use and we’ll suggest colours.
For every setting: shape
Fitted shows the bump; flowing gives movement. Bring one of each.
Choose fabric with some stretch: you’ll be turning, stepping and sitting.
A gown, a fitted dress, or a shirt and skirt all work. Your partner and children coordinate; they don’t match.
Coordinate, don’t matchThree shades: two neutrals and one accent.
Texture over patternOne patterned piece is plenty.
Comfort winsYou’ll be moving for a while.
Steam the night beforeWrinkles show on camera.
Text us your optionsSend a photo of two or three outfits and we’ll tell you which to wear.
How it works
A Session Designed Around You
Not a rushed thirty minutes: a guided experience, from your first message to your finished portraits.
This is not a rushed thirty minutes. It is a guided experience, from the moment you inquire to the moment your finished portraits arrive.
Step 1
The Consultation
We start with a conversation — your aesthetic, your comfort level, who you would like to include.
We settle location and the overall feel so that every detail is deliberate.
Not ready yet? Ask anyway. You’ll get availability and pricing before you commit to anything.
Guided, unhurried and entirely yours. In studio or outdoors, we direct every pose and cover every angle. Bring your partner. Bring your children. Bring the dog. We make room for all of it.
Step 3
Your Gallery
1 week
Gallery proofs arrive within 48 hours. One week after your session your gallery is ready (three weeks for the two-hour Complete session), and we walk you through it — helping you choose your favourites and talking through print and album options if you want them.
Where we shoot
Our Favourite Locations
Mint Room Studios & Preto Loft
Year-Round
Our go-to indoor studio. Beautiful natural light, dressed backdrops, and no weather to plan around. Preto Loft is a New York-style loft with tall factory windows and exposed brick. Best for a polished, editorial feel at any time of year.
Scarborough Bluffs
Summer & Early Fall
Cliffs, open sky and golden light over Lake Ontario. Cinematic at golden hour. There is a moderate walk down to the beach, so we plan around your comfort.
Evergreen Brick Works
Year-Round
Industrial texture, lush planting, and both indoor and outdoor options in one place.
Edwards Gardens
Best in Late Spring
Manicured beds, stone bridges and soft diffused light. Romantic and timeless, and especially beautiful in bloom.
Your Home
Year-Round
Some of the most meaningful maternity portraits happen where you live. The nursery, the bedroom, your favourite window. In-home sessions feel relaxed, and that comfort shows.
High Park
Best in Spring & Fall
Wide meadows, shaded trails and golden light through old-growth trees. Easy underfoot, which matters more in the third trimester than people expect.
Sessions run in studio at Mint Room Studios or Preto Loft, outdoors across Toronto and the GTA, or in your own home. Every location brings something different to a portrait.
Not sure which suits you? We’ll talk it through at your consultation and match the setting to what you have in mind.
FAQ
Common Questions
When should I schedule my maternity session?
Between 28 and 34 weeks for most people, when the bump is beautifully defined and you are still comfortable. Every pregnancy is different — if you are carrying twins, aim for 24 to 28 weeks, and if you are past 34 weeks get in touch anyway and we will work with your timeline.
How far in advance should I book?
As early as your second trimester if you want a particular date or location. Four to six weeks ahead is comfortable most of the year; spring and fall fill faster than that.
How many photos will I receive?
Rather than hundreds of unedited files, you get a curated gallery: up to 20 finished images with the Basic session, 30 with the Popular session and up to 60 with the Complete session. Every one is individually retouched and colour-graded.
How soon will I see my photos?
Your gallery proofs arrive within 48 hours, and your finished gallery is ready one week after your session (within three weeks for the two-hour Complete session). If you order prints or an album, those follow separately once you have made your selections.
More questions
Can my partner and children be in the session?
Yes, and we encourage it. We give part of the session to family portraits and part to solo portraits of you. If you have a toddler we keep things relaxed and work with their energy rather than against it. Pets are welcome too.
What if I don’t feel photogenic?
You do not need to be — that is our job. We direct every pose, every angle and every expression. Clients routinely tell us they have never felt better about photographs of themselves, and most of them were thinking exactly what you are thinking now before they booked.
Do I need to bring my own outfits?
Yes, and it is worth planning them in advance. After booking we send a detailed styling guide covering colours, fabrics and silhouettes that photograph well at this stage. Bring two or three options so we have flexibility on the day. Flowing fabrics, soft neutrals and fitted pieces that celebrate the bump all work beautifully.
Should I arrive with hair and makeup done?
We recommend it. Professional hair and makeup makes a noticeable difference to how you feel during the session, and that confidence shows in the photographs. If you do not have someone, we can recommend an artist.
What happens if it rains on the day?
We reschedule — no fee, no stress. We watch the forecast and will be in touch in advance if conditions look poor. If rain is a possibility we can either move to the next available date or shift indoors to Mint Room Studios or Preto Loft.
Ready to begin?
You Won’t Get This Time Back.But You Can Hold Onto It.
This chapter is brief and extraordinary. Let’s make sure you remember exactly how it felt.
