There’s something truly special about an in home maternity photoshoot—capturing a family in their own space, where their memories are made every day. Instead of getting dressed up and heading to a scenic overlook, this sweet family chose to document this chapter of their lives right at home in Escondido, where they feel most themselves. With baby number two on the way this spring, this session was the perfect way to celebrate their growing family in a way that felt natural and meaningful.

We started the session in the kitchen, where Carlos and their toddler, Luca, have a special morning routine—making coffee together. Watching them go through their familiar steps, with Luca carefully helping his dad, was such a sweet glimpse into their everyday life. Meanwhile, Lily whipped up homemade hummus for everyone, creating the kind of warm, effortless moments that make in home maternity sessions so unique.

From there, they put on a record and had a little dance party in the living room, with their three dogs happily hanging out nearby. The music, the laughter, the tiny barefoot steps across the hardwood floor—these are the moments that matter most. Documenting real life as it happens, instead of stiff, posed photos, makes these sessions feel authentic and personal.

As the sun started to set, we stepped into their backyard, where golden light poured in just perfectly. They played with bubbles, Luca giggled as he chased them, and the evening wrapped up with the most beautiful, carefree energy. It was one of those sessions that reminded me exactly why I love lifestyle photography—because these are the moments families will cherish forever.

If you’re expecting and looking for a maternity session that truly reflects your family’s story, an in home maternity session is a perfect way to document this season in a way that feels like you. Whether it’s slow mornings in the kitchen, dance parties in the living room, or playing outside as the sun sets, these everyday moments are worth remembering.

And if this blog post feels a little extra sentimental, you can thank ChatGPT for helping me write it. 😉 Sometimes AI can be useful—sometimes it gets a little cheesy. Either way, I promise the photos themselves will always be 100% real.

If you’d like to book a family session with me, you can reach out here!