Topsmead Maternity Session | Canton CT Maternity Photographer

Maternity

When it comes to unforgettable gifts, few things can match the impact of a maternity photography session. For Ashley and Austin, this memory-making opportunity was given to them by Austin’s sister — a generous gift certificate that captured one of the most fleeting, beautiful seasons of life. As a Canton CT maternity photographer, I was honored to help this growing family preserve these moments forever as they prepared to welcome their very first child.

Fast-Tracked Planning for a Beautiful Spring Session

Because Ashley was already close to her due date when they received the gift, we needed to move quickly. Ashley and Austin came to my studio in Canton, Connecticut for a complimentary dress consultation where we planned out every detail of their session. Less than 24 hours later, we were shooting outdoors on a rare, beautiful March evening in New England — proof that when good weather appears, you have to grab it!

During her dress consultation, Ashley selected five stunning dresses from my Client Closet. Together, we prioritized the outfits so that the dresses she was most excited about would be photographed early in the session, while she had the most energy. Having access to a variety of carefully curated maternity dresses is just one of the many reasons families love working with a Canton CT maternity photographer like me — it takes the stress out of shopping and guarantees a cohesive, beautiful look for their final gallery.

Choosing the Perfect Location for Early Spring

Since Connecticut in March doesn’t offer much in the way of blooming flowers or lush greenery, we picked a location that featured beautiful architecture and textured backgrounds. This added depth and visual interest to the gallery without relying on nature to provide it.

Despite chilly winds and the temperature dipping as the sun set, Ashley and Austin showed incredible resilience and enthusiasm. They were willing to try anything I suggested, and their love for each other and excitement about their growing family made every photo feel warm — even when the wind was blowing! Their energy and flexibility made this maternity session a dream to photograph.

Why Maternity Sessions Are Truly Priceless

I’m always so thrilled when families decide to document their pregnancy journey with professional portraits. As a Canton CT maternity photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how special it is to freeze these fleeting moments in time — especially before life changes forever with the arrival of a little one.

Here are my top three reasons why you should absolutely book a maternity session:

1. Access to a Full Client Closet

With your session, you’ll have access to my full maternity Client Closet. This means you can wear beautifully curated dresses without the stress, time, or extra expense of shopping for a gown you’ll only wear once. Plus, I’ll personally guide you through selecting outfits that complement your family’s style and the location we’ve chosen.

2. You’ll Never Get This Season of Life Back

Pregnancy is a fleeting chapter. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, these are moments you can’t recreate. Capturing the excitement, hope, and love during this time is something you and your family will treasure forever.

3. Celebrate Your Strength and Beauty

Pregnancy can be both miraculous and challenging, but it’s important to celebrate the strength of your body. You’re creating life — and that is absolutely worth honoring and remembering through gorgeous portraits.

Tips for a Successful Spring Maternity Session

Planning a spring maternity session does come with its own considerations — especially in New England! Here are a few tips based on Ashley and Austin’s successful experience:

Move quickly: 

If the weather looks good, don’t wait. Spring can be unpredictable, and flexibility is key.

Layer smartly: 

Choosing outfits that are beautiful but allow for easy layering will keep you more comfortable if it gets chilly.

Prioritize your favorite looks: 

Start your session with the dress you are most excited about, while your energy (and warmth!) is still high.

Trust your photographer: 

As an experienced Canton CT maternity photographer, I’ll guide you every step of the way — from dress selection to posing to keeping the vibe relaxed and joyful, even if the wind picks up!

Capturing the Magic Before Their Baby Arrives

It was such a joy to meet and work with Ashley and Austin during their spring maternity session. Their love for each other, excitement about becoming parents, and willingness to embrace the process made for an incredibly special and memorable evening.

If you’re expecting and wondering whether a maternity session is worth it — the answer is yes, a thousand times over. You’ll never regret taking the time to document the incredible journey you’re on right now.

If you’re ready to plan your own maternity session, I would love to work with you! Contact me today to schedule your complimentary dress consultation, and let’s start dreaming up a session that feels as beautiful and meaningful as this season of your life.

Choosing Sharon As Your CT Maternity Photographer

Sharon Leger is a family and newborn photographer with a private studio in Canton, Connecticut. As a former teacher, Sharon prides herself on connecting with her clients of all ages. Sharon creates a stress-free photography experience for busy moms. Sharon’s studio is in Canton, Connecticut and serves the Farmington Valley, Hartford County and Litchfield County. 

What makes your maternity session with Sharon Leger Photography unique? Sharon has a large selection of maternity gowns that are available to borrow from the Client Closet. Once you have booked your CT maternity session, you are invited to come for a complimentary dress consultation. There, you can meet Sharon and discuss the vision for your session. The gowns from the Client Closet are custom and made specifically for maternity sessions. You are welcome to borrow as many gowns as you like. This will add a lot of variety to your final maternity portrait gallery.

To learn more about Sharon Leger Photography, explore the website or follow Sharon on Instagram or Facebook. Please send inquiries through the website only. The website includes all relevant pricing and booking information.

"I am so happy to have had Sharon capture photos of my family. She was so easy to work with, from scheduling to planning and coordinating, she could not have made the process more simple. She showed up on the day-of super prepared, with a whole wagon full of stuff just in case, including snacks for my kids! 

Kim

4 / 15

She worked so well with my children: she truly understands that children are going to get bored fast and she worked around their moods perfectly.

I love that she captured my kids' candid smiles, and not just the posed ones. To top it off, the final product was beyond my expectations and delivered in under a week! You can tell that she loves what she's doing and it shows in her work. She is truly a gem and I can't wait to work with her again as my children grow up!"

"We loved how simple and stress-free our son’s cake smash session was—we didn't need to worry about props or set-up. 

Alexis

When we showed up, Sharon had everything ready for us and we got to just be present in the moment. 

The portraits captured all the sweet little details we want to remember from his first birthday, and we were so happy to share them with our family. It was the perfect way to celebrate this milestone!" 

2 / 15

"Sharon was absolutely lovely to work with. I'm not the type of person who particularly enjoys photoshoots, but she is exceptionally adept at putting her clients at ease. Her studio is equal parts tranquil, tasteful and casual so that my wife and I were not in the least bit overwhelmed.

Kevin

Sharon anticipates every possible need and plans accordingly so that you don't have to. 

She is able to maintain the pace of her shoots, moving them forward judiciously without making the client feel rushed or unappreciated. She was completely down-to-earth and personable. It sounds cliché, but talking with her felt like catching up with an old friend – exactly we needed after the hectic experience of bringing our first child into the world. Sharon was more than worth the cost."

3 / 15

"Sharon was amazing to work with during our recent newborn session! She was very responsive with any questions I had before the session, and even offered advice on outfits for my older children. I borrowed a gorgeous dress from her client closet, which helped me feel more confident and comfortable for photos. 

Amanda

I was nervous about how the session would go with two young children and a newborn, but Sharon had everything so organized and prepared, that everything went flawlessly.

She was so calming and kind, and her studio felt so welcoming! The finished photos are all so beautiful, that I can't even come close to picking a favorite!"

4 / 15

"I was first introduced to Sharon in 2024 when I did a session of personality portraits, and I was instantly impressed. A few friends had used her before and raved about her work, and now I completely understand why! Sharon truly works magic behind the camera. She is incredibly organized, answering all questions and planning every detail ahead of time. 

Merissa

There’s never a need to stress about locations, directions, or even bad weather—she has a backup plan for everything!

One of my favorite parts of working with her is the dress consult to help plan outfits. She has such a great eye for style and helps put together looks that photograph beautifully."

5 / 15

"Sharon and Amy were fabulous! Right from the initial booking they made me feel special. I wore three beautiful dresses that Sharon already had available for me to wear from her client closet (I LOVE this feature!). We tried on several dresses until I found one that fit comfortably and I felt fabulous in.

Nicole

Amy & Sharon were great at communicating with me every step of the process.

Amy didn’t go overboard with the makeup, she made me look like myself but a little extra glam. An elevated version of myself. They were so fabulous and I would absolutely book them again. I 10/10 recommend Sharon and Amy for maternity or family photo sessions."

6 / 15

"Scheduling was super easy through her website and Sharon is very communicative. Sharon offers a dress consultation so you can go to her studio and try on multiple dresses that fit whatever theme you choose for your photo day.

Nicole

I've never seen a photographer offer a whole closet of dresses to choose from and this takes out ALL the stress of picking an outfit for pictures.

Another priceless offering when it comes to taking the stress out of family photos is hair and makeup (additional fee). I scheduled with Amy for a few hours before my shoot. Amy was so easy to talk to and did a fantastic job with the look I wanted. I'm already looking forward to another booking and have referred her to my friends and family. I cannot recommend Sharon and her team more."  
 

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7 / 15

"We recently had our second family session with Sharon and 

Jenna

we were yet again blown away by the entire experience. 

From her expert outfit planning, to making the journey to join us at our beach for photos, Sharon created a relaxed, fun environment from beginning to end. The photos we received were beyond what I could have imagined! She captured our family perfectly!!"

8 / 15

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Sharon for a family beach session, and she was amazing from start to finish! Sharon's attention to detail and professionalism made the entire process seamless. Her empathetic and supportive nature made a world of difference, and the photos turned out beautifully. 

Alexis

I highly recommend Sharon to any mom looking for a talented and compassionate photographer, who takes the stress out of planning.

Her work is exceptional, and she truly cares about her clients. Thank you, Sharon, for capturing these moments for us!"

9 / 15

"Sharon is the absolute best! We worked with her for our maternity photos, newborn photos, and our cake smash one-year-old photos. Each time, Sharon is so professional and friendly, makes us feel right at home, and take the most beautiful photos. We are blown away every time! The client closet is awesome and Sharon really went the extra mile to find gowns that complimented me. 

Jen

We had so much fun taking all of these photos and can’t wait to work with her again!

We will cherish these photos forever."

10 / 15

"We did personality portraits for the second time with Sharon and they came out so well! 

Kelsey

The kids had such a blast and she really captured their unique personalities!"

11 / 15

"We did both our maternity and newborn photos with Sharon and she made each experience beyond amazing. I met Sharon first at our dress consultation and knew we were going to work well together. It’s incredible that she gives you access to some many dresses and really knows how to make a pregnant lady feel beautiful.

She made my husband (who admittedly did not want to take the pictures) feel so comfortable, got him laughing and even looking forward to the newborn shoot.

Then, at the newborn shoot Sharon was so patient with us (it was our first trip out) she again made me feel so beautiful in her huge selection of dresses and was so good and rocking out baby boy to sleep."

Alexa

12 / 15

"Stop reading reviews and just book your session with Sharon Leger Photography right now. Sharon has been there for my family even before we were an official family. She poetically captured our engagement, maternity and our newborn’s first photos.

I couldn’t imagine trusting anyone else with these precious moments.

I am not an easy client. I am nervous, unsure of myself and overly aware of every physical flaw (especially postpartum). Sharon made me feel comfortable and beautiful every step of the way. We love Sharon Leger Photography, especially the woman behind the lens! Thank you for everything, Sharon!"

Dawn

13 / 15

"Sharon is an absolute gem! It has been 3.5 years since I found her and since then she has captured the most adorable and perfect pictures of my two sons and our family.

From newborn sessions, cake smashes and family photos, not one detail has ever been overlooked. Her process is seamless and she makes everything so accessible and easy.

She offers so many options for photo opportunities and has perfected a style that really is timeless! She was so wonderful with each of my children when they were newborns, that it made the experience so worth it! Couldn’t recommend enough!"

Melissa

14 / 15

"It’s hard for me to find the perfect words to describe what Sharon has given me.

I reached out to her when I was thinking about doing maternity photos, and she quickly convinced me that I would not regret it. She was right. Not only do I not regret my maternity photos but I actually love everything about them. Every time I look at them, all of those amazing feelings I felt while I was pregnant come right back as if I’m still in the moment. They are something I will cherish forever."

Kimberly

15 / 15

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