I was so excited to hear that this lovely family was expecting their second baby.  I remember meeting their little girl two years ago for her newborn session and it didn't feel like it could have possibly been over 2 years ago.  She's going to be such a wonderful big sister.  I know that this family is so excited to meet the new baby.  The gender is a surprise, so no one knows if it will be a boy or a girl.  Here are a few favorite shots from their maternity session.  These were taken at Sugg Farm Park in Holly Springs, outside of Raleigh.  Although we had to reschedule a few times due to the hurricane this fall, I'm glad that we waited and were able to have such a beautiful sunset during the session.  

A mother in a white dress during a maternity portrait session at Sugg Farm outside of Raleigh NC with Erica Courtine Photography.A mother in a white dress during a maternity portrait session at Sugg Farm outside of Raleigh NC with Erica Courtine Photography.

It was so cute when the little girl stole her mom's hat and insisted on wearing it.  She was so shy, but this hat somehow made her more brave.  

A little girl wears her mom's hat during a maternity and family photography session at Sugg Farm outside of Raleigh NC with Erica Courtine Photography.A little girl wears her mom's hat during a maternity and family photography session at Sugg Farm outside of Raleigh NC with Erica Courtine Photography.

It's also nice to be able to capture some more candid images, like the family looking at Mama's belly or giving big sister a break to read a story with Daddy.  

A family awaits a new baby during a maternity photography shoot in Holly Springs, NC with Erica Courtine Photography.A family awaits a new baby during a maternity photography shoot in Holly Springs, NC with Erica Courtine Photography.

A daddy and little girl read a book during a maternity photography shoot with Erica Courtine Photography in Holly Springs, NC. A daddy and little girl read a book during a maternity photography shoot with Erica Courtine Photography in Holly Springs, NC.

I think it's clear that this little girl has a strong bond with her mama.  She always wanted to be by her mommy's side.  

A mother and daughter walk together during a maternity photography session in Holly Springs NC. A mother and daughter walk together during a maternity photography session in Holly Springs NC.

A little girl hugs her mom during a maternity portrait session at Sugg Farm in Holly Springs NC. A little girl hugs her mom during a maternity portrait session at Sugg Farm in Holly Springs NC.

Maternity sessions are such a wonderful way to remember a special time in a family's story.  Maternity sessions can be booked with newborn sessions to save money.  If you'd like more information about booking a maternity session, click here. Maternity session are usually done at outdoor locations in the Raleigh area, but I can also do these at my new home studio as well or in your own home.