Our maternity session

Being pregnant has taught me many things so far.  The body is an incredible thing.  It knows exactly what to do and does so in a perfectly orchestrated manner.  I have learned to slow down and to listen to my body.  I think this is a special lesson that I want to pay particular attention to once our little man is here.  Don’t get me wrong, I am completely aware that life will be changing in a major way and ‘slowing down’ might not be in the cards sometimes.  What I do know is that I am going to make an extra effort to live in the moment and cherish the little things and keep in perspective what is truly important.  I have felt more womanly and beautiful in ways that I never expected.  I feel a different love and appreciation for Darren than ever before.  I am grateful to my mom for all she has done to raise me.

It was so important to me that this special time in our lives be preserved with beautiful photographs and we were truly honoured to have these special images captured by our good friends Amy and Richard of Red Leaf Studios.

These images are more than I could have ever hoped for.  I love how cozy and cuddly they feel.  I love that they were by the ocean, something we both love so much.  And that I could feel our little man kicking away during the session made it extra special.

Amy and Richard we will always treasure these images.  A million thank yous!  And thank you to Melanie Baird for doing my fabulous make up.

JenelleJanuary 19, 2011 - 1:30 pm

gorgeous in so many ways!!!! enjoy the countdown to meeting your little guy! 🙂

melanie bairdJanuary 14, 2011 - 7:57 pm

Awww..How pretty kim..Are these the ones I did your makeup in? You look so pretty..These are beautiful shots!! 🙂

s h e r r yJanuary 13, 2011 - 12:29 am

🙂 You look so lovely!! 🙂

Jonda SpurbeckJanuary 12, 2011 - 6:17 pm

yeah! yeah! yeah! you look absolutely beautiful kim! the photos are lovely, and i wouldn’t expect anything less from the fabulous duo :)… so happy for you! hugs!

Kim SpearsJanuary 8, 2011 - 6:07 pm

Wow thank you so much for all of the lovely and sweet comments 🙂

C.J. ScottJanuary 8, 2011 - 11:30 am

So so lovely, Kim! These feel so West Coast and serene. You’re so beautiful, my friend!! xo

BevJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:15 am

Kim – You look beyond beautiful and very, very serene. Of course, the images are spectacular. What a fabulous memory.

seanJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:13 am

these are lovely, kim. i’m so, so pleased for you and darren! you two are going to be the most amazing, loving parents.

AmyJanuary 8, 2011 - 1:28 am

We had such an incredible afternoon with the two of you (three actually counting baby bean). We loved our little hike in the woods and walk by the ocean. It was so special for us to be able to capture this time in your lives and we are so blessed to have you as friends. We are so happy you love the images. Big Hugs beautiful lady!

andreaJanuary 8, 2011 - 1:18 am

stunning Kim!

Denise JuryJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:48 pm

Beautiful pictures – you both look fabulous – thanks for sharing! The last is my fav!

MelanieJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:40 pm

So pretty!!! Your hair looks gorgeous!

CaraJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:25 pm

Utterly stunning…..amazing 🙂

MeganJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:08 pm

Such beautifully intimate and wonderfully “west coast” photos!! I hope you cherish them as much as I cherish the ones you did for me, Kim!

Sara GalloJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:03 pm

Oh darlin’, you look stunning as per usual. It is amazing what our bodies were made to do. I hope you’re feeling well. And let’s be sure to get together for a “waddle” when I’m back from holidays. hehe. xoxo

KathrynJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:38 pm

Kim these are truly beautiful! Amy and Richard did such an amazing job!!

Laura HanaJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:10 pm

How beautiful are you?! Love these romantic and lovely portraits. So excited for you!

JennyJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:10 pm

You look like Christina Aguilera! so pretty 🙂

Lynne GullionJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:44 pm

Kim….absolutely BEAUTIFUL photos of you and Darren and baby!
GORGEOUS!