Family photoshoots
Space to play, relaxed timing and everyone in the picture.
Maternity and babymoon
Maternity photoshoot in Lisbon, at your pace
A babymoon in Lisbon deserves more than phone photos. We plan a short, comfortable route with shade, benches and flat ground, and photograph the bump with the soft light and pastel colours the city is known for.
- Flat, shaded, unhurried routes
- Partners and siblings welcome
- Flowing-dress friendly locations
- Private gallery in 7 days
Comfort first, then beautiful photos
Pregnancy and Lisbon's hills are not natural friends, so we plan around them. We choose locations that are flat or reachable by tram or taxi, include places to sit between setups, and keep an eye on the heat — in summer we start early or late and stay in the shade.
Most of our maternity sessions happen between weeks 28 and 34, when the bump is clearly visible and travelling is still comfortable, but any week is fine if your doctor is happy for you to fly. Bring your partner, older children, even the scan photos — we like to include the whole story.
Where
Gentle locations for a maternity session
Belém riverside and gardens
Flat promenades, lawns and the Tagus behind you. Flowing dresses look wonderful in the river breeze.
Santa Luzia at sunrise
The tiled terrace and pergola are a short, flat walk from a tram or taxi drop-off — and empty at dawn.
Cascais by the sea
Beaches, a small old town and a relaxed pace. Ideal if you are staying on the coast.
Prices
Maternity session packages
Most maternity sessions are 30 to 60 minutes — enough for several looks without getting tired.
Express
A quick, beautiful keepsake at one spot
€160 · 30 minutes
- 30 minutes at one location
- 25+ edited photos
- Online gallery in 7 days
- Posing guidance throughout
- Sunrise at no extra cost
Classic
Couples, families and solo travellers
€240 · 60 minutes
- 60 minutes, two nearby spots
- 50+ edited photos
- Online gallery in 7 days
- Location and outfit planning
- Sunrise at no extra cost
Signature
A relaxed walk through a whole neighbourhood
€340 · 90 minutes
- 90 minutes, three or more spots
- 80+ edited photos
- Online gallery in 5 days
- Location, outfit and timing plan
- Sunrise at no extra cost
What to wear for maternity photos in Lisbon
Long, light dresses that move — in white, blush, sky blue or sand — photograph beautifully against the river and the pale façades. Fitted knit dresses show the bump clearly and work well in cooler months. Bring flat shoes for walking between spots and change into something prettier for the photos if you like.
If you are travelling light, don't worry: a simple dress and a partner in a neutral shirt is all you need. Our what to wear guide has month-by-month ideas.
Announcing a pregnancy
For announcement photos, bring a prop that tells the story — a pair of tiny shoes, the scan, a sign, or an older sibling's "big sister" T-shirt. We will make sure you get a clean, simple image that works on social media as well as a few candid ones.
Tell us how far along you will be and whether walking or stairs are an issue. We will plan the route and the timing around it.
Example
A gentle 45-minute babymoon session in Belém
An October evening (sunset 18:59) with flat paths and benches along the way.
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| 17:55 | Meet by the riverside near Belém Tower. A slow walk to warm up. |
| 18:05 | Flowing-dress portraits with the river breeze and the tower behind you. |
| 18:20 | A rest on a bench, then partner and bump photos in the warm light. |
| 18:35 | The gardens in front of the Jerónimos Monastery for softer, greener frames. |
| 18:40 | Finished before sunset — and a custard tart close by. |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time for a maternity photoshoot?
Between about 28 and 34 weeks the bump is clearly visible and most people still feel comfortable walking. Check with your doctor or midwife about travel.
Is there a lot of walking?
Very little. We choose flat, compact locations and can move between them by taxi or tram.
Can my partner and children be in the photos?
Yes, and we recommend it. A few photos of the whole family around the bump are usually the favourites.
What if it's very hot?
In summer we shoot at sunrise or in the last hour before sunset and stay in the shade. We always carry water.
Can we include a pregnancy announcement?
Of course — bring your sign, scan or props and we will make sure you get a clean announcement photo.
Related
Keep planning
Belém
The tower in the river, monastery stonework and wide gardens.
Cascais photoshoot
Beaches, cliffs and ocean sunsets on the Lisbon coast.
Availability
Tell us your date and we'll plan the rest
Share your travel dates, the kind of session you have in mind and roughly how many people. We reply with available times, the best light for your date and a route that fits.