The last weeks of pregnancy are unlike any other time in your life. It’s a season filled with wonder, excitement, and an aching anticipation that seems to stretch time itself. Your baby’s nursery is ready, each tiny detail lovingly chosen—soft blankets folded just right, tiny onesies waiting in neat rows, and the crib standing empty, waiting for the most precious arrival. Your heart is full, and your body reminds you daily that you are nearing the moment you’ve been waiting for.
Every step feels heavier, every movement a bit slower. Sleep is elusive, not just because you’re physically uncomfortable, but because your mind is racing with thoughts: Is today the day? Will I finally hold my baby in my arms? The longing to see their tiny face, to feel the weight of them against your chest, and to breathe in that intoxicating newborn scent is all-consuming.
These final weeks are a beautiful paradox. Time moves too slowly and yet too fast. You find yourself running your fingers over your belly, cherishing the last moments of carrying your baby inside, while at the same time, yearning to meet them earthside. Every tiny kick and flutter reminds you: soon, this waiting will be over. Soon, you will be holding the love of your life in your arms.
This is why I adore newborn photography. These fleeting moments of newness, tenderness, and overwhelming love deserve to be captured forever. When you finally hold your little one, the world changes. There is a softness, a quiet magic that settles over those first days together. It’s a time you will want to remember— the peacefulness of their sleeping face, the way your heart feels like it might burst with love.
As you wait, know that this chapter—this season of aching anticipation—will soon become one of the most cherished memories of your life. And when the day finally comes, I would be honored to help you preserve the beauty of your baby’s first days, capturing the love and wonder that will only grow stronger with time.
If you are in Columbia, SC, and expecting your little one soon, let’s create something beautiful together. Your journey to motherhood is a story worth telling, and I would love to help you remember every precious detail.
