Maternity Photo Sessions Trending in 2026

Sioux Falls photographer Patty Solis explains why pregnancy is being celebrated, documented, and honored like never before.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:31pm

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Maternity photo sessions have become increasingly popular, especially among Millennials and Gen Z, as a way for pregnant women to celebrate, document, and honor their pregnancy. Sioux Falls-based photographer Patty Solis has witnessed this shift firsthand, noting that social media has played a big role in the rise of maternity photography. Women today want to be seen, to remember the power of their bodies, and to capture the emotional transformation of pregnancy before the baby arrives.

Why it matters

This trend reflects a deeper cultural change where pregnancy is no longer something women rush through quietly. Maternity photos have become an investment in preserving meaningful memories that can't be recreated later, allowing women to feel beautiful and empowered during this special time.

The details

Patty Solis, a Sioux Falls-based photographer, specializes in maternity, boudoir, and wedding photography. She guides her clients through wardrobe styling, posing, and location selection to create timeless, artistic, and deeply personal maternity photos. Solis notes that modern maternity photography looks nothing like it did in the past, with sessions focused on celebrating the woman's experience, strength, and story, rather than just 'the bump'.

  • Maternity photo sessions have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially among Millennials and Gen Z.

The players

Patty Solis

A Sioux Falls-based photographer known for her light, feminine portraiture and elegant style. She specializes in maternity, boudoir, and wedding photography, celebrating women's beauty and life's milestones with heartfelt, artful imagery.

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What they’re saying

“Almost every mother I've worked with says the same thing after their session: 'I'm so glad I did this.' Regret rarely comes from booking maternity photos; it comes from skipping them.”

— Patty Solis, Photographer

The takeaway

Maternity photo sessions have become a meaningful way for women to celebrate, document, and honor their pregnancy, reflecting a deeper cultural shift where pregnancy is no longer something to be rushed through quietly. These artistic, empowering images preserve a special moment in time that can't be recreated later, allowing women to feel beautiful and confident during this transformative experience.