A Spooky & Sweet Maternity Session with Mariah and Her Daughters

Some sessions feel extra special, and my time with Mariah and her two daughters was exactly that. With baby number three on the way, this session was about celebrating their bond, embracing their personalities, and capturing the love that makes their family so unique. What made this maternity shoot even more fun was the little spooky flair we added. It fit them perfectly and brought so much laughter and creativity to the day.

Mariah is such a beautiful mama, and it was a joy to see how her daughters adore her. The connection between them was evident in every moment, the giggles, the hugs, the way they looked at each other. As an Arizona family photographer, these are the moments I treasure capturing the most. A maternity session isn’t just about honoring the expecting mother; it’s about celebrating the whole family as they prepare to welcome a new little one. With Mariah’s girls by her side, the session truly highlighted the strength of their bond and the excitement of their growing family.

The spooky twist was such a fun addition! Mariah and her daughters fully embraced the theme, and it added a playful, creative element to the shoot. From little details that nodded to Halloween vibes to the way the girls brought their own energy into the photos, it all felt authentic to who they are as a family. Photography is about more than just pretty pictures. It’s about capturing personalities, quirks, and the things that make your family one-of-a-kind. This session was the perfect example of that.

One of my favorite moments was when Mariah held both of her daughters close, with the girls resting their hands gently on her baby bump. It was a sweet, intimate reminder that their new sister is already surrounded by so much love. These images will be ones they can look back on for years to come, reminders of the excitement and joy that filled this chapter of their lives.

We also made sure to capture individual moments of Mariah with each of her daughters. Those one-on-one images are so powerful because they highlight the unique connection she shares with each child. Soon, those dynamics will grow and shift as the family welcomes a new baby sibling, but the love that ties them together will only deepen.

What I loved most about this session was how much fun it was. Maternity sessions can be elegant and serene, but they can also be playful and full of personality. By blending a spooky theme with heartfelt moments, we created a gallery that is both meaningful and uniquely “them.” That balance of creativity and emotion is what makes photography so powerful. It freezes both the big emotions and the little details in time.

As a family photographer in Arizona, I feel so honored to document milestones like this. The mother-daughter bond is one of the most beautiful things to witness, and capturing it before a new sibling arrives is truly priceless. Mariah and her daughters were an absolute joy to work with, and I know baby girl number three is coming into a family overflowing with love, strength, and laughter.