Maternity

Third pregnancies are different. There’s a knowing to them. A confidence and ease that comes from having done this before. And then sometimes there’s a plot twist that makes everything feel brand new again.

This was her third baby. Her first boy. And his two big sisters had a lot of feelings about it, all of them wonderful.

The Session: Pink Flower Fields at Golden Hour

There are a handful of locations in the East Bay that stop me every time I visit them. This flower field at golden hour is one of them. The pink blooms, the warm late afternoon light, the open sky. It creates a backdrop that feels almost impossibly beautiful and photographs in a way that very few locations can match.

For a maternity session it was perfect. Flowy dresses, soft golden light, fields of color in every direction.

Two Big Sisters and Their Baby Brother

The girls were not subtle about their excitement. They were playful, giggly, and completely lit up by the idea of a baby brother coming. Watching them with their mama, hands on the bump, doing what little girls do when they’re in a flower field at golden hour, was genuinely one of the most joyful sessions I’ve photographed this year.

Third-time mamas tend to be the most relaxed in front of a camera. She’d done this before. She knew what was coming. And somehow that ease, combined with her daughters’ uninhibited joy, created a session full of exactly the kind of images that age beautifully: real, warm, and completely true to who this family is right now.

From Maternity to Newborn: Documenting Both Sides of the Season

A few weeks after this session I came back to photograph the newest member of this family, baby brother, finally arrived. The newborn session took place at a quiet East Bay garden I love for outdoor newborn sessions, a tucked-away location with beautiful light and the kind of stillness that a days-old baby deserves.

I included a few select images from the newborn session here because they complete the story. Maternity to newborn. The anticipation and then the arrival. See what a full Bump to Baby experience looks like, start to finish.

Kind Words From This East Bay Family

“Rebecca was an incredible photographer for our maternity photo shoot. Before the photo shoot she was easy to communicate with and helped me prepare. During the shoot, she immediately made both my children and me feel comfortable and at ease throughout the session. Rebecca connected so naturally with my kids, which helped capture some truly beautiful and genuine moments. The photos turned out absolutely stunning and perfectly captured such a special time in our lives.”

East Bay Maternity Photography: Why This Region Has Some of My Favorite Locations

The East Bay is genuinely one of the most beautiful and varied regions in the Bay Area for maternity photography. Rolling hills, flower fields, redwood groves, quiet gardens: the range of settings available within a short drive is extraordinary. Old Borges Ranch in Walnut Creek is one of my favorites for that golden, rolling-hills look. See more of my favorite spots across the whole region in my Bay Area photography locations guide.

For golden hour maternity sessions specifically, the East Bay light in late afternoon has a warmth and quality that I find endlessly beautiful. The hills catch it differently than the coast does. More golden, more open, more expansive.

Read more about Bay Area maternity photography.

Frequently Asked Questions: East Bay Maternity Photographer

When should I book my maternity session in the East Bay?

Aim to book while you’re still comfortable moving around and your bump is fully visible. I’ll help you find the right week for you based on your due date and how you’re feeling as your pregnancy progresses.

Do you photograph maternity sessions in the East Bay?

Yes, I live in the East Bay and know it well. Golden hills, flower fields, redwood groves, quiet gardens, or even in your home. Get in touch and we’ll find the right spot for your session.

What is the best time of year for an East Bay flower field maternity session?

It depends on the specific location and the bloom. Flower fields in the East Bay peak at different times. Get in touch early and tell me what you’re dreaming of. I track bloom timing throughout the year and will let you know when the conditions are right.

Do you offer Bump to Baby packages?

Yes. See what’s included and what to expect in my full Bump to Baby guide.

What should I wear for an East Bay maternity session?

For flower field sessions specifically, flowy dresses in soft neutrals or muted tones work beautifully. They move well in any breeze and let the natural color of the location do its thing. Read my complete What to Wear guide.

Can I bring my other children to my maternity session?

Absolutely! As this session shows, siblings add something completely irreplaceable to maternity photography. Their excitement, their love, their completely unfiltered joy: all of it becomes part of the story. Read more on how to prep children for your photography session.

Ready to Book Your East Bay Maternity Session?

If an East Bay maternity session is on your list, flower fields, golden hills, at home, or anywhere in between, I’d love to document this season for you. I serve families throughout the East Bay including Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley, Lafayette, Piedmont, and beyond.

Get in touch to check availability and start planning your session.

More Maternity Sessions

A Spring Maternity Session at Filoli — if a garden setting speaks to you more than a wildflower field
Oakland Redwoods Maternity Photographer: First Time Parents – another local East Bay photography location
A Presidio Maternity Session at Woodline & Lover’s Lane
Baker Beach Maternity Photos: Best Time & Lighting
Filoli Maternity Session with a Toddler