Hey, Moms! Boudoir Photography is Perfect for You and Here’s Why

So often when there’s a conversation around boudoir photography, moms will say things like, “Maybe when I was younger or before I had kids, but I could never do that now.” I get it - I’m a mom too and we all go through some self-consciousness with all the changes that happen in our lives and our bodies, at least temporarily. But here’s the secret: moms are perfect for boudoir photography! Here’s why.

Finding Confidence in Your Newly Changed (and Changing) Body

A lot of us can remember a time in our 20s or some point in our past, before we had kids when we felt more confident in our bodies and our appearance than we do now. The simple reality is that having children changes your body in so many ways - that might be the good old mom pooch, C-section scars, stretch marks, a different shape to your belly and breasts, and the list goes on. Even moms who don’t go through pregnancy typically see changes in their bodies because they’re putting more energy into their family than into working out and self-care.

It’s perfectly natural to be self-conscious when your appearance changes, but the truth is that this body you have now is just as beautiful and just as deserving of gratitude as your body was when it was smaller. If anything, your body today is more worthy of gratitude because it has given you the amazing gift of your children and has given your children nurturing and affection. A boudoir photo session is all about showing you how truly gorgeous you are and rediscovering that confidence you used to have because you deserve every bit of it.

Celebrating This Chapter of Motherhood and Womanhood

Great portraits tell the story of who you are at any given time in your life. Just as your senior portraits told the story of who you were and what your interests were when you were about to embark on adulthood and maternity photos told the story of who you were when you were about to take on the adventure of motherhood, boudoir photography as a mom can tell the story of who you are now. Family portraits are wonderful for telling your family’s story but boudoir photography is about you and your journey in womanhood, and that’s a remarkable story to tell.

Becoming a More Confident Mom for Your Kids

I know you think about modeling good things for your kids and leading by example when it comes to things like kindness and healthy habits. But I also know that you want your kids to be emotionally healthy too, and a boudoir is one of many ways to model self-care and confidence while also giving your kids the gift of a healthier, happier mom. This doesn’t mean you have to bring home your boudoir portraits and say, “Hey kids, doesn’t mommy look hot?” But you’re setting a wonderful example for them to set aside time for themselves and to invest in their happiness and confidence, and that will benefit them for a lifetime.

Investing in Mom with Boudoir Photography

Mama, you do so much for your kids - this one’s for you. Book your fine art boudoir photography session at my Mercer Island, WA photo studio.