In this article:
-Artistic styles and techniques they’re known for
-Where they offer photography sessions
-What to expect in a session
-A look at pricing and packages
Your pregnancy and the start of your motherhood journey are magical moments that seem to vanish in the blink of an eye. So for moms looking to capture these sensational stages on film—from your growing belly to the arrival of your chubby-cheeked angel—and scouting for local photographers, these seven are among the top maternity photographers in the Dallas area who will make sure your memories last a lifetime.
Live closer to Fort Worth? Check out our roundup of Fort Worth-area maternity photographers here.
Please note that pricing for services may change. Please reach out to the photographers directly for updated information.
Kate White Photography
While she just went into business two years ago, Kate White has been snapping life’s precious moments for over 25 years. As the owner and lead photographer of Kate White Photography, she specializes in maternity, newborn and family portrait sessions.
Focusing on lifestyle photography, parents can expect light posing paired with candid snapshots that portray a visual narrative of the real-life moments of their journey into parenthood.
All of her maternity and newborn sessions last between 30 to 60 minutes and include at least 40 beautifully edited images delivered via an online gallery. Shoots are done on location, so Kate comes right to you, ready to capture your motherhood memories. This Dallas maternity photographer will also provide guidance on wardrobe and location to ensure that these brief moments in your life look like they belong in a storybook.
Best of all, Kate was the mom to three babies under the age of three at one point in time, making her the ultimate baby whisperer and toddler wrangler for those looking to photograph their pregnancy or the arrival of their new addition, along with their budding families. Prices for maternity and family shoots are $440, and newborn portrait sessions run at $490.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn, the “fresh 48” (the first 48 hours after birth), family and milestone
Location: Based in Dallas and serves surrounding areas
Where to follow: On Instagram @katewhitephoto
Learn more or book a session: Call 831/566-7609, email katewhitephoto@gmail.com or visit katewhitephotography.com.
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Dani Adams-Barry Photography
Voted by our readers as the Best Maternity/Infant Photographer in our 2025 Best for Moms & Babies survey, Dani Adams-Barry is an award-winning photographer known for her work in maternity, newborn and family niches. Her gorgeous images feature both natural settings and fairytale-inspired works that capture the magic of motherhood and the beauty and innocence of the life that you have created.
Clients can choose to have their portrait sessions in her studio, in nature, or in the comfort of their home. Her maternity clients have access to her client closet, and Dani provides families with an interactive styling tool that allows them to build a wardrobe based on their style and color preferences. These sessions last 60 minutes and include 40-plus fully retouched images. You can also choose to showcase your images in her luxury heirloom albums.
Adams-Berry also offers newborn sessions that include 40 fully-retouched, high-resolution digital images and last up to four hours. These are typically done in client homes, but the studio is available upon request. Props, sets and equipment are always sanitized between sessions with non-chemical, hospital-grade disinfectant. Immediate family is welcome to join for all photo sessions, unless you’re booking a purely baby collection.
Newborn sessions range between $995 to $1,400 while the maternity portraits cost $895, with all packages requiring an additional $200 creative fee.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn and family
Location: Studio at North Dallas Doula Associates, 107 Murray Street, Dallas, Texas and serves all of DFW and beyond
Where to follow: On Instagram @daniadamsbarry, Facebook @daniadamsbarry and Pinterest @daniadamsbarry
Learn more or book a session: Email daniadamsbarryphotography@gmail.com or visit daniadamsbarryphotography.com.
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Carmen Bridgewater Photography
Bridgewater is an award-winning photographer and videographer with over 10 years of experience. Her powerful creations have been featured in major works, such as The Ebony Canal, a documentary voiced by Viola Davis.
And as the owner of Carmen Bridgewater Photography, she captures gorgeous images that portray the many emotions of motherhood. She says she classifies herself as a natural light photographer, and while some photographs are posed, most of her work portrays the raw, intense and empowering parts of pregnancy and childbirth.
These can be done in-home, as a sunset session, or at a photo studio. Her maternity and family sessions typically last an hour, include 40 high-resolution digital photos, and will run you $695. You can also choose to purchase prints and gold-embossed, linen photo book keepsakes. She can also provide clients with recommendations for their wardrobe.
Her birth photography and videography puts her on standby for 5 weeks, with documentation beginning at the onset of active labor until two hours postpartum. Birth photography and videography cost $1,725, with 25% due at the time of booking, and a four-part payment plan available. And for the parents-to-be looking to document their whole journey into parenthood, this Fort Worth maternity photographer also offers a discount for bundling. Her sessions do fill up fast, so it’s recommended that you book far in advance.
Photography offerings: Maternity, birth, and family and birth videography
Location: Serves all of DFW, meeting either in your home, on location, or other photo studio
Where to follow: On Instagram @carmen.bridgewater
Learn more or book a session: Visit carmenbridgewater.com.
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Miette Photography
With a degree in photography and 25 years of experience under her belt, award-winning photographer and Miette Photography owner Jayme Okerblom will not only capture the remarkable moments of your motherhood journey but provide an experience akin to an editorial fashion shoot. Maternity sessions can include stylists for professional hair and makeup, as well as dresses and gowns from her stylist wardrobe.
Her maternity portrait experiences typically last one to two hours and are tailored to your unique vision and style. Okerblom will also guide moms-to-be on how to pose in a way that truly shows off the beauty of their pregnancy. Packages include a design consultation, photoshoot, a review session, and 40 to 50 fully edited images. She also offers archival paper prints, canvases, albums and art books.
Similarly, her newborn sessions last three hours and focus on your beautiful baby, their unique characteristics and the bond they have with your beautiful family. These include a photoshoot and 40 to 50 edited images.
Unlike many other photographers, Okerblom has also taken the time to train with a NICU nurse to learn the best practices for handling babies safely. Her main priority is keeping your baby safe and comfortable throughout newborn shoots, using natural posing techniques that avoid straining their fragile necks. She’s also fully vaccinated against COVID, DTaP and the flu.
You can choose to do any of these shoots in her private home studio or she can come to the location of your choosing and select between either posed or lifestyle photography. Package prices can range from $800–$3,500, depending on the service, and require a $300-plus deposit.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn, family, milestone and motherhood
Location: Studio at her Dallas home, but serves all of DFW at your choice of location
Where to follow: On Instagram @miettephoto, Facebook @MiettePhotography and TikTok @miettephotography
Learn more or book a session: Call 214/864-5787, email info@miettephotography.com or visit miettephotography.com.
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Lily Hayes Photography
With over 10 years of experience, award-winning photographer Lily Hayes owns and operates her all-inclusive studio in Rowlett, specializing in posed, lifestyle and documentary-style maternity and newborn photography.
By scheduling your maternity shoot at Lily Hayes Photography, you gain full access to her diverse collection of designer maternity couture gowns along with expert guidance to help your vision become a reality. These sessions typically last from 45 minutes to an hour and a half. When done outdoors, the package comes with 25 hand-edited images. Conversely, her fine art style studio packages include eight hand-edited images that feature five to six curated looks.
Hayes also holds an Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International certificate and notes that health, safety and comfort are at the heart of every photoshoot. Infants are only posed in natural positions, and props are sanitized between each session. She offers mini sessions with just baby or full sessions that can include the whole family.
Clients can choose to do any of their portrait sessions in Hayes’ home studio or on location. Prices begin at $585 for a maternity shoot, $785 for a mini newborn session, and $1,385 for full newborn sessions, with a $35 deposit required for all.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn, family, and cake smash
Location: Studio at 4014 Dalton Drive, Rowlett, Texas and serves Dallas, Plano, Richardson, Carrollton, Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Wylie, Rockwall and surrounding cities
Where to follow: On Instagram @lilyhayesphoto and Facebook @LilyHayesPhotography
Learn more or book a session: Call 972/832-2595, email lilyh@lilyhayesphotography.com or visit lilyhayesphotography.com.
Fat Baby Photography
Jessica Cook, an award-winning newborn photographer who studied photography at SMU and in London, and Ana Cook are the owners of Fat Baby Photography, a private Dallas studio that focuses on maternity, family and newborn photography. As moms, the couple understands the evanescent nature of pregnancy and parenthood—and how quickly it all passes by. This is why they choose to help other families freeze time in the most beautiful way possible.
Their maternity sessions are offered on location or in-studio at beautiful, rented studio spaces around the Dallas area, like The Lumen Room. They offer clients recommendations on maternity gown rentals through a third-party vendor for their sessions. Maternity sessions are typically posed with candid moments incorporated in the shoots. These last about 45 minutes, include a minimum of 20 fully edited images, and cost $550.
Alternatively, the mini and full newborn sessions are done exclusively in-studio, lasting between 15 minutes to two hours and include a curated collection of neutral-toned outfits, wraps, and simple props that align with their minimalist style.
Pricing ranges between $325 and $600 and they always prioritize infant safety by maintaining a sanitized studio environment, staying current with vaccinations, and only implementing safe newborn poses. This Dallas maternity photographer also offers bundle pricing for those who choose to hire the couple for both maternity and newborn photography sessions.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn, 6-month, 1-year, and family
Location: Studio at Urban Family Co-Op at 4428 Main Street, Suite 100, Dallas, Texas, and serves all of DFW and surrounding areas.
Where to follow: On Instagram: @fat_baby_photography and Facebook @fatbabyphotography
Learn more or book a session: Email jessica@fatbaby.photography or visit fatbaby.photography.
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Haley J Photography
Though relatively new to the photography game, Haley McCarty, photographer and owner of Haley J Photography, has the skill for capturing the chaos, love, joy and demands of motherhood. It’s evident in her organic and honest photographs.
As the mother of three beautiful babies, she understands how fleeting the many seasons of parenthood can be, which is why she focuses her sessions on natural, lifestyle photography that showcases the real moments that come with becoming a mom. And she’s always honing her craft, regularly attending workshops and classes taught by the nation’s leading photographers.
Her maternity and family sessions last one hour, with birth sessions extending to an hour and a half. Guidance and inspiration for session settings and wardrobe are included in the various packages, with all clients receiving a questionnaire prior to their shoot to ensure a collaborative and creative result.
Pricing ranges from $575 to $725, with a $250 deposit required to hold your day and time. If your session will be at a location over 30 minutes from Dallas, there is also an additional fee. Unlike other Dallas maternity photographers on this list, Haley also offers Polaroid and short film add-ons. These unique additions can truly help moms and dads remember the brief, transformative moments that occur during the beginning stages of parenthood that we all miss once time steals them away.
Photography offerings: Maternity, newborn, fresh 48, family and short film
Location: Based in Dallas but serves all of DFW
Where to follow: On Instagram @Haleyjphotodallas and Pinterest @haleyjphotodallas
Learn more or book a session: Visit haleyjphotodallas.com.
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