So I’m now 38 weeks along! I did it, I made it! I have another Dr appt tomorrow… It’s getting so close! So my sister recently started a new photography business here in Utah so when she asked if she could do some maternity pictures I said sure! I’ve never done them before and since this is most likely our last one it’s also my last chance to do this!
Yes that is ALL me, no I’m not having twins and no it’s not the biggest I’ve ever gotten!
The kiddo’s are ALL pretty excited about the baby, but they weren’t all very excited about this photo-shoot. SO we didn’t get very many pictures with them!
The name shot! These are actually all the close family men’s names, not necessarily names we’re actually considering. In fact a few of our grandfathers have threatened us many MANY times if we actually use some of these names… Other’s we used for middle names and others we’ve already crossed off. BUT since we always name our kids after family they were all at one point on our basic list. And let’s face it, the picture looks better with more names than just one or two!
My sister actually climbed up on top of a trellis to get this top shot, now that’s dedication! I love these shoes, but from high up like this I’m not sure they look quite as cute! But I LOVE how my eyes look (the new hair color isn’t too bad either)
My new hair color looks even better in this one!
The setting sun…
My CURRENT baby getting excited for her “replacement”. She actually has NO idea what’s going to happen next… She LOVED taking this picture. She went a bit crazy and spent about 3 mins kissing (and climbing) on my belly!
The only picture that really WORKED with my husband. He’s not known for being the most photogenic person ever. In fact he’s known for the guy who keeps his eye’s closed in 90% of the pictures. But that HAIR?!?!?! I love his hair and so far none of my kids have it! This little guy is my last hope for a curly haired toddler.
And the last one… A non makeup day, I wasn’t really planning on my face being in any of the pictures, but this is real life, and what I actually look like every day! (should have at least put on some mascara…). Anyway, there are a ton more! My sis did a great job and I’m SO glad I’ll have these to look back on! (you should see my kankles these days! It’s like my calf to my wide feet are all the same width!)
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somedaycrafts
Ashlee, those are awesome. You look beautiful! I love the name pics! how fun!!!! Good luck in the next few weeks!
Ashlee
Thanks Michelle! He keeps going breech so we’re kicking him out next Tuesday so I have one last week to get stuff done!
Nike@Thrive
Ashlee, you look beautiful! Your sister did a great job capturing these last few days before your little man arrives. Wonderful.
Ashlee
Thanks so much! We’re giving him one more week before we kick him out, so I’m working crazy fast trying to get my to do list done!
April@NaturalNester
You look fantastic and the photos are great!! I loved my maternity shoot with my first one and now that Baby #2 is on the way, I can’t wait for this shot. I’m going to use some of these as ideas for poses…I love that one from the trellis! 🙂
Ashlee
I’ve never done one before, but now wish I had better pictures of the other pregnancies to compare!
Jamie M.
They are all beautiful!!
Ashlee
Thank you so much!
Kristy Call {DavesWife}
Ashlee! First of all, these turned out DARLING! I love the one with the ribbon tied around your belly! And Second of ALL you look DANG GOOD even without make-up. Good Luck with the rest of your pregnancy! ♥
Ashlee
Thanks so much Kristy! Funny thing was we couldn’t find a ribbon long enough! So we ended up cutting the ribbon in half and adding elastic to the center of the ribbon!
Leanne
Ashlee, your pictures turned out beautiful. I love the name shot. What a fun idea. I hope you get a curly hair toddler. Best of luck to you in the next couple of weeks! Love ya!
Ashlee
Thanks! I hope I get that curly hair toddler too! Isn’t curly hair supposed to be a dominate feature? Crazy silly genetics!
Amy
I know I’ve commented on these pics in like three places, but they are just so beautiful! They perfectly reflect the beautiful person you are inside!! So sorry I missed the b-day party, I hope it was a blast! Let me know if you need anything in the next couple of weeks!!
xoxo,
Amy
Ashlee
Hey you can tell me I’m beutiful as MANY times as you want! 😉 It’s no biggie, Eagle mountain is a pretty far drive for a casual birthday party! No biggie. I’d rather go out for a more personalized lunch with you and Leanne any day!
Ami w/AliLilly
OH MY GOSH! These are amazing! Every single one of the pics is perfect. You look gorgeous, Momma! 🙂
Ashlee
Thank you so much! I appreciate that!
Tam @ Sew Dang Cute
Ashlee I LOVE those pictures! They turned out so well and you look beautiful (even without makeup – not fair)! I’m so excited for you and your new baby! Can’t wait!!! Good luck.
Ashlee
Thanks Tam! And WAY TO GO!!!! I am so SO amazing by you. I am SO not physically active in any way, and am always impressed by women who are able to do it so well!
Messy Missy
You look FANTASTICAL!! 🙂 Your sis did a great job too. Love the closeup setting sun picture…..your “bump” has such personality!!
Ashlee
Thank you so much! I didn’t think I could/would get much bigger over the last 2 weeks. But all of a sudden NOTHING FITS!!! not my underwear, my biggest shirts or pants or anything…! GAH!