THE JOURNAL / LAUREN KAY'S PHOTOGRAPHY

As a San Antonio maternity photographer, I photograph both outdoor and studio maternity sessions, and I love them for very different reasons. If you are deciding between outdoor vs studio maternity photos in San Antonio, here is how I would think through the choice. Not sure which setting fits you best? I help every maternity client choose between studio and outdoor photography based on the season, your wardrobe, whether children will be joining, and the way you want your pho

As a San Antonio newborn photographer, I offer different approaches because families want to remember different things about this season. An in-home session tells the story of your family's earliest days together in your own space. A studio session creates a simple, polished setting with very little preparation required from you. A Fresh 48 session preserves the fleeting first hours before you even bring your baby home.

Studio newborn photography gives us the chance to strip away distractions and focus entirely on the people in the photographs. For this family, that simplicity felt especially fitting. Their baby boy was still brand new, and the studio gave us a calm, neutral space where they could settle in and simply be together. There was no need for elaborate props or styled newborn setups. We focused on holding him, looking at him, cuddling close, and letting the session move at his pa

After 15 years together, this couple documented the quiet anticipation of becoming parents with an intimate summer maternity session at Phil Hardberger Park in San Antonio.

San Antonio one year milestone photography in a bright studio, documenting first birthday details, baby’s personality, and meaningful family connection.

Live Oak Lake milestone photography San Antonio featuring a relaxed outdoor six-month sitter session focused on family connection, baby details, and cuddles.

Learn what an heirloom photo album is, how archival albums are made, what materials are used, and how San Antonio families can preserve their portraits. Wondering why you should print your family photos? Discover how heirloom albums turn your favorite photographs into tangible pieces of family history.

Why photographs become more meaningful with time, and why some memories deserve a life beyond your camera roll. Wondering why you should print your family photos? Discover how heirloom albums turn your favorite photographs into tangible pieces of family history.

Family photographer San Antonio guide to what you can expect before, during, and after a relaxed family session, including toddlers, outfits, locations, and photos.

Frank Madla Natural Area maternity photos for first-time parents, with warm golden-hour images surrounded by natural Texas Hill Country scenery in San Antonio.

See a lively golden hour maternity session at Phil Hardberger Park with two toddlers, plus tips for planning relaxed maternity photos with kids.

Planning family photos with toddlers? Learn how to prepare your toddler, what to bring, what to wear, and how to make your family photo session easier.

Lauren Kay's Photography is an experienced In-Home Newborn Photographer in San Antonio who designs relaxed in-home newborn sessions with the mother in mind.

If you are wondering what to wear for family photos, start with this simple idea: choose a soft, cohesive palette, add texture and movement, and let each person look like themselves. Your outfits should support the feeling of the photographs, not distract from the connection. This guide walks through color, coordination, fabrics, and practical outfit ideas for moms, dads, toddlers, babies, and maternity sessions in San Antonio.

The sweetest window for maternity photos is usually earlier than many people think. As a San Antonio Maternity Photographer, I often recommend planning your session for 28 to 34 weeks, when your bump has a beautiful shape, movement still feels manageable, and there is usually enough time before baby’s arrival to avoid feeling rushed.