THE JOURNAL / LAUREN KAY'S PHOTOGRAPHY

Think of this as my sisterly advice for a third-trimester guide from a two-time boy mama who knows what it feels like to be excited, tired, emotional, and trying to get the whole house ready before baby arrives. You don’t need to do everything perfectly. You just need a few smart systems in place so those first newborn weeks feel a little softer. Trust me when I say you absolutely want to be prepared to REST and ENJOY your newborn bubble.

The outfit question is usually the first thing that makes maternity photos feel real. You book the session, you picture the sweet bump photos, then suddenly you’re standing in your closet thinking, “Wait, what actually looks good on camera when I’m pregnant?” The best maternity photo outfits are soft, comfortable, flattering, and coordinated in a way that feels like you. If you’re planning maternity photos in San Antonio keep reading, friend!

Learn how to choose a San Antonio newborn photographer by comparing style, experience, session approach, pricing, artwork, and overall fit.

A Mother's Blessing feels different from a traditional baby shower. Less focused on gifts, more focused on prayer, encouragement, and practical service. Here’s how to host a warm, simple, and heartfelt Mother’s Blessing, with meaningful craft activities, freezer-friendly postpartum snacks, printable templates, and a sweet party favor.

If you’re finally past the first trimester trenches and searching for a second trimester guide that offers real, practical advice, cozy up mama, you’re in the right place! In this post, I’ll share all my tips on navigating your second trimester including nesting, building your non-toxic baby registry, my experience with a midwife, and staying healthy as you approach the third trimester!

If you’re newly pregnant and searching for a first trimester guide that offers real, practical advice, cozy up mama, you’re in the right place! The first trimester of pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind of emotions, physical changes, and new routines. As a mom of two boys with just a 15-month age gap, I’ve lived through this intense period, twice!

Bottle up the magic of your motherhood this summer and document loving on your babies in Comfort, Texas. If you've ever been to Joshua Springs Park & Preserve, you know the beautiful views are endless. This year's motherhood mini sessions are being offered in the summer since I have been on maternity leave most of the spring! I am so excited for the fun summer vibes that a 90's butter mom theme brings. My desire for these mini-sessions is for you to get to dress up, feel fun

These San Antonio Christmas mini-sessions are perfect for the family looking for a handful (10 of your favorite images) of select images from your session with a themed backdrop for sending out Christmas cards or just bottling up the magic, silliness, & love your family has this Christmas season.

I polled mamas in the local community about who they have chosen to see for holistic care during their prenatal and postnatal periods! I got to meet with some of the top San Antonio area prenatal chiropractors and care providers and can absolutely see why y'all have trusted your health to them!