Fine-art maternity silhouette by MWD Photography in Lombard, IL
Maternity portraits · Lombard, Illinois

Maternity Photographer in Lombard, IL

Elegant, unhurried maternity portraits in the studio or on location.

Expectant mother in warm light against a dark backdrop
Couple announcing a pregnancy with their two dogs
Mother kissing her baby in a black-and-white portrait
Celebrate the wait

Portraits of this season, before the baby arrives.

MWD Photography is a family-run portrait studio on St. Charles Road in downtown Lombard, photographing Chicagoland families since the mid-1980s. Maternity sessions range from fine-art silhouettes in the studio to relaxed portraits with your partner, older children, and pets.

Sessions take place in the warm studio, with easy parking, or on location within about 12 miles of Lombard. When the baby arrives, the same studio can photograph your newborn portraits too.

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Planning your session

When to Book and What to Bring

A few notes to help you feel ready and comfortable.

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TimingMany families choose the early third trimester, around weeks 28 to 34, when the bump shows beautifully and posing is still comfortable.
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Bring your peoplePartners, older children, and pets are welcome, from quiet portraits as a couple to playful pregnancy announcements with the family dogs.
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What to wearFitted clothing shows the shape of the bump, and flowing dresses and soft knits photograph beautifully. Solid colors keep the attention on you; see the what-to-wear guide.
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Make it yoursA tiny onesie, an ultrasound print, or a meaningful keepsake turns a portrait into your own announcement.
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At your paceTake the time you need to sit, rest, and change between setups.
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From bump to babyBabies are at their sleepiest in the first 5–14 days, so it helps to plan the newborn session before your due date.
Sessions

Maternity Session Pricing

The sitting fee reserves your session time. Prints and portrait packages are separate, and the Investment guide with package prices is available on request.

30-Minute Studio Session

$51.50

Sitting fee for 30 minutes in the Lombard studio.

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One-Hour Studio Session

$82.40

Sitting fee for one hour in the Lombard studio.

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One-Hour On Location

$164.80

Sitting fee for one hour at a location within about 12 miles of Lombard.

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“Incredible photographer! … her ability to catch the perfect moment and make the whole experience enjoyable was even better. Highly recommend!”
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Good questions

Maternity Photography Questions

When should I schedule maternity photos?

Many families choose the early third trimester, around weeks 28 to 34, when the bump shows beautifully and posing is still comfortable. Booking a few weeks ahead helps hold your preferred date.

Can my partner, children or pets be in our maternity photos?

Yes. Partners, older children and pets are welcome, from quiet portraits as a couple to playful pregnancy announcements with the family dogs.

Do you photograph maternity sessions on location?

Yes. Sessions take place in the Lombard studio or on location; on-location sessions are one hour and travel to communities within about 12 miles of Lombard, and further by arrangement.

How much does a maternity session cost?

The sitting fee reserves your session time: $51.50 for 30 minutes in the studio, $82.40 for one hour in the studio, and $164.80 for one hour on location. Prints and portrait packages are separate; the Investment guide with package prices is available on request.

Can we book newborn portraits too?

Yes. Babies are at their sleepiest and curliest in the first 5–14 days, so it helps to plan the newborn session before your due date.

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