Maternity Photos – 9 Months!

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Posted on March 1, 2012 by lesleycarter

Maternity photos were on my mind since I started to show in my pregnancy. After gaining 50 pounds, and getting “Fat Face” as I like to call it, I didn’t exactly feel beautiful, but my family is on the other side of the continent and they have been anxiously awaiting the ever-loved pregnancy belly. I needed to embrace my rounding figure and see the physical beauty of being pregnant. Maternity photos at 9 months pregnant can be liberating.

The whole process of growing a baby inside of me is beautiful and life-changing. Watching her foot move from one side of my belly to the other is like watching a miracle before my eyes. I have my own little Criss Angel with me at all times and I never know when the next performance is going to take place. Sometimes I watch for over an hour as she moves around and grows. Even though she isn’t here yet, I never feel alone. I talk to her, read to her, and sing to her as if she were already with me because it seems like she is. I never knew that such a love was possible. If this is what pregnancy looks like, than I am beautiful and Della White Photography captured that beauty for me so I can remember it for the rest of my life.

Della is all about capturing those single, frozen moments in time that make your heart skip a beat! She was the perfect choice for capturing the beauty of being pregnant. I may have had “Fat Face” and an extra 50 pounds, but I had pride, excitement, and love that was far more beautiful.

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470 thoughts on “Maternity Photos – 9 Months!”

robincoyle on March 1, 2012 at 4:11 pm said:

How sweet!

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- Jayashree Lengade-Shetty on March 29, 2012 at 12:19 am said:
  
  Hi, tks for the like on my post. You look extremely pleased and contended in the maternity pics. Bless you with a wonderful child.:)
  
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Gabriela Vargas on March 1, 2012 at 4:12 pm said:

Awwww. You are SO beautiful!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:57 pm said:
  
  Thank you. I appreciate your kind words.
  
  Good luck with your studies 🙂
  
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  - Gabriela Vargas on March 1, 2012 at 6:05 pm said:
    
    Thank you. 🙂
    
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Ken Cavanaugh on March 1, 2012 at 4:15 pm said:

Your life is about to turned completely upside down in the most wonderful way. Congratulations!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 6:00 pm said:
  
  I’ll try to cherish these last couple week of quiet and rest. 😉
  
  Although I have to say I had the best photographer, my brother-in-law, for my wedding, your photos are amazing!
  
  Your “Natalie and Seth’s Wedding” post is stunning.
  
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  - Ken Cavanaugh on March 2, 2012 at 9:44 am said:
    
    Thanks Lesley! You’re very kind.
    
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travelladywithbaby on March 1, 2012 at 4:15 pm said:

Absolutely stunning! So wonderful to capture it like this.

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twisterfish on March 1, 2012 at 4:16 pm said:

Beautiful! What a wonderful way to celebrate this special time in your life!

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- lesleycarter on March 2, 2012 at 4:39 pm said:
  
  I will cherish the photos with fond memories. 🙂
  
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Albert on March 1, 2012 at 4:18 pm said:

great pics!

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- Marylin Warner on March 28, 2012 at 10:49 am said:
  
  My favorite is the picture of the tiny pink booties!
  Very sweet, and it will be a favorite–“Look, that was me, and there are my shoes!”–when the baby grows up.
  
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skpadilla on March 1, 2012 at 4:18 pm said:

Lovely post and photos. Wishing you comfort in these final few days of pregnancy!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 6:04 pm said:
  
  I’m not sure if you mean physical comfort or mental comfort, but honestly, I feel little of either 😉
  
  I’m not-so-patiently waiting for her arrival and her constant kicking in the ribs and pressure on my bladder is a reminder that I still have time before she arrives.
  
  I mean, 10-15 bathroom breaks in the night can be taxing.
  
  However, I would do it a 1000 times over to have her with me.
  
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  - skpadilla on March 2, 2012 at 9:17 am said:
    
    Oh I definitely meant physical comfort (though there are mental struggles that accompany pregnancy, too). My second was really tough — constant back/rib pain due to his position, and then swollen and painful hands for the last two weeks! UGH. But yes, I’d absolutely do it again to have these two little guys with me. Hang in there!!
    
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worldtravellerjunior on March 1, 2012 at 4:18 pm said:

These are beautiful. Best wishes for an easy delivery and joy this new chapter in your lives. Teh serenity catpured in these may be shortlived iwth a little on the way – but it is replaced by something even more special. Enjoy every minute of it.

I shied away from pregnancy photos – but have one I particularly like taken while cruising Sydney Harbour in a motorboat to view the QE2 and QM when they were both in port. A delightful day although the guy whose boat it was was petrified I would go into labour any second from all the bumping!

Best wishes.

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standingagainstoppression on March 1, 2012 at 4:19 pm said:

Wow you are right, very beautiful and such an amazing pregnant glow, wishing you all the best my dear

Peace, Love and Light

Namaska

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Michele Kearns on March 1, 2012 at 4:21 pm said:

Love the pictures. You are radiant!

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Chris Sheridan on March 1, 2012 at 4:23 pm said:

These are all great, and thanks for sharing. Wishing you the very best with your soon to be new arrival! 🙂

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Jazmin Medrano on March 1, 2012 at 4:24 pm said:

Beautiful pictures! Wishing you the best!

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Waldo "Wally" Tomosky on March 1, 2012 at 4:24 pm said:

Very nice! Best Wishes.

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Amy on March 1, 2012 at 4:25 pm said:

Your pictures are beautiful! I so wish I would have had professional pictures taken during my pregnancies instead of me standing next to a blank wall with a big belly profile. I actually took one of myself in a bikini! Yikes! Tasteful and tactful is definitely the way to go and you will cherish these forever!

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supermomdel on March 1, 2012 at 4:27 pm said:

as it has already has been said you look beautiful! Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. I wish you much grace, abundant joy and blessings. 🙂

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:29 pm said:
  
  Thank you for the kind words!
  
  I love your zest for life and family. You have some cool ideas on your blog and I’ll check back regularly.
  
  Lesley
  
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  - supermomdel on March 2, 2012 at 7:00 am said:
    
    You are welcome! Thanks Lesley, I am glad you enjoyed it. As for my zest, when you have spent the first part of your life not appreciating it, I now plan on livingit to the fullest in Christ. I just wish I could join you on your adventures. Looks like fun!!!
    
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cravesadventure on March 1, 2012 at 4:29 pm said:

Beautiful photos and you guys just are happy, joyful and loving:) Thanks for sharing & Congrats!!!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:27 pm said:
  
  Thank you for the kind words.
  
  I love your blog and your adventurous life. Feel free to submit an article.post to Bucket List Publications Online Magazine at http://www.bucketlistpublications.com/.
  
  You can follow along with other adventures and maybe even be the next Bucket List Adventure recipient. 🙂
  
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Jackie on March 1, 2012 at 4:31 pm said:

Love these! I cut it super close with mine, my husband shot mine the day before our daughter was born 🙂

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:25 pm said:
  
  Thank you!
  
  Your daughter is so cute! I love the dark hair. Was she born like that?
  
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  - Jackie on March 6, 2012 at 9:03 am said:
    
    It was much darker and much thicker when she was born. It is really starting to lighten up as her newborn hair is falling out and the new fuzz is coming in.
    
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Oranges and Avocados on March 1, 2012 at 4:31 pm said:

Gorgeous! Congratulations!

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Kelocity on March 1, 2012 at 4:32 pm said:

Oh my gosh. Stunning! You look great! Such beautiful pictures! Congrats!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:23 pm said:
  
  Thank you! Your passion for life and travel is inspiring. If you find yourself a little south, Laguna area, please let me know. I’d love to go out for lunch with you. 🙂
  
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  - Kelley on March 2, 2012 at 4:05 pm said:
    
    Ok! We’ll have to get the kids together in a few more months!! Would love to!
    
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Flavia on March 1, 2012 at 4:33 pm said:

Your pictures are really beautiful and the header picture is great!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:20 pm said:
  
  Thank you!
  
  I wish you and your family happiness and joy. I’ll be following your blog as your journey continues 🙂
  
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Kevin on March 1, 2012 at 4:34 pm said:

Beautiful! Wishing you all the best.

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Marilyn on March 1, 2012 at 4:35 pm said:

Beautiful photos!!

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Jill Archer on March 1, 2012 at 4:38 pm said:

Too cute. Best wishes to you and your family!

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AlohaKarina on March 1, 2012 at 4:41 pm said:

These are gorgeous pictures…especially the one of you seated with the black dress and the long beads, holding your tummy and smiling. That one is fantastic.

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:18 pm said:
  
  I was most hesitant about posting that one because the weight gain is SO obvious but I’m happy, and she’s health, and that’s all that really matters.
  
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  - AlohaKarina on March 1, 2012 at 6:22 pm said:
    
    Weight gain? Goodness. You look fantastic. You know that glow pregnant women get? Yeah–you totally have it. That picture is fantastic. Don’t worry about your perception of weight–none of us sees that. We see a fabulous woman who is clearly delighted with her pregnancy. Congratulations!
    
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lscotthoughts on March 1, 2012 at 4:41 pm said:

Wonderful photos and you look beautiful, Lesley! 🙂

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- lscotthoughts on March 1, 2012 at 4:41 pm said:
  
  I also wish you and your husband much happiness with your new little bundle! 🙂
  
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  - lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:17 pm said:
    
    Thank you!
    
    We can’t wait until she arrives. It brings tears of joy to my eyes just thinking about her precious little fingers and toes.
    
    I love reading your poetry. Keep the posts coming 🙂
    
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    - lscotthoughts on March 1, 2012 at 6:02 pm said:
      
      My kids are now older, but I remember those cute little fingers and toes…the toes, especially, so cute! Thanks, Lesley, for your kind words, too!
      
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Maria Tatham on March 1, 2012 at 4:42 pm said:

Lesley, blessings to you three!

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thechocolatecupcake on March 1, 2012 at 4:42 pm said:

Beautiful.

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wordsfromanneli on March 1, 2012 at 4:44 pm said:

Wishing you all the best.

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annewoodman on March 1, 2012 at 4:50 pm said:

Those are so gorgeous. You will remember how she moved around inside your belly forever. And you’ll be glad to have these to show her as she grows up–she’ll be amazed!

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2 Rivers Photos on March 1, 2012 at 4:50 pm said:

All the best with the delivery… gorgeous photos and once again, congrats to you two 🙂

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:15 pm said:
  
  Thank you!
  
  Your photos are spectacular. Feel free to submit anything to [email protected] and I’ll happily feature it as the Photo of the Day on Bucket List Publications Magazine. http://www.bucketlistpublications.com/
  
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  - 2 Rivers Photos on March 1, 2012 at 5:24 pm said:
    
    Thanks so much… I promise that I will one day soon 🙂 I just want to pick one that is worthy of going on someone else’s blog.
    
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Chanel Hason on March 1, 2012 at 4:53 pm said:

Aw these photos are so beautiful 🙂 You make a very lovely pregnant woman-you are definitely glowing!

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:11 pm said:
  
  Thank you Chanel! You are doing well in the skydiving contest. Good luck and hopefully I’ll be in touch soon 🙂
  
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Lindsay on March 1, 2012 at 4:55 pm said:

Wow, what wonderful photos! I can’t wait to have maternity photos taken too! I love your blue dress, it looks awesome on you! So happy for you, I love the way you talk about your daughter. Beautiful.

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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:08 pm said:
  
  There was never a point in my life that I didn’t want children. I can’t wait to experience new countries, cultures, and adventures with my daughter, and my husband, at my side.
  
  Thanks for commenting,
  
  Lesley
  
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- lesleycarter on March 1, 2012 at 5:10 pm said:
  
  Your photography is beautiful! I love the surfing card!
  
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  - Lindsay on March 1, 2012 at 7:29 pm said:
    
    Thanks so much! 🙂
    
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stephanie fitzpatrick on March 1, 2012 at 5:02 pm said:

Beautiful family!

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DMJ Discount Jewelry on March 1, 2012 at 5:12 pm said:

You look absolutely beautiful. I gained 53 pounds and I started at 108lbs and I was 2 weeks early delivering! I just shudder to think of how many more pounds I would have gained if my son was “on-time”. Just enjoy that special unbelievable experience because there’s nothing more beautiful than a happy, “glowing”, mother-to-be! B.T.W…as busy as your husband you are – you’ll have that baby poundage off just like – that!!
Enjoy!!!

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- lesleycarter on March 2, 2012 at 4:43 pm said:
  
  I have a plan of action for weight loss after the baby, including paddleboarding and surfing but I don’t mind if it takes a little while. When people see you with a baby, they tend to cut you a little slack 🙂
  
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  - DMJ Discount Jewelry on March 4, 2012 at 5:08 am said:
    
    That’s a fact!
    
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Woman In Thrisis on March 1, 2012 at 5:12 pm said:

Gorgeous! Congratulations on your little miracle!

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John Haslett on March 1, 2012 at 5:21 pm said:

Not much to say except you look happy and beautiful.

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vandajaz on March 1, 2012 at 5:26 pm said:

You look beautiful

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Tess Kann on March 1, 2012 at 5:26 pm said:

Best time in my life was when I was pregnant! I can best capture the feeling by saying I felt like Mother Earth. OK. Close enough.

You look MARVELOUS! Enjoy your pregnancy now and get lots of sleep. Depending on her disposition, you may not get a full night’s sleep for quite a while. Looking forward to more pictures.

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invadingnola on March 1, 2012 at 5:27 pm said:

As a Mother of 5, you will soon see there is no greater joy than that blessed one in your womb.. Beautiful pictures of you, Dad & baby..
best wishes for an easy delivery and all the best for the years ahead..
thank you sharing these wonderful pictures with us all

-Lynne-

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Frugalistablog on March 1, 2012 at 5:27 pm said:

Congrats. You look beautiful and the pictures are lovely!

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chenaraw on March 1, 2012 at 5:28 pm said:

Awesome! I love the photos- you look gorgeous! I can’t wait to go through this incredible process.

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Anastasia on March 1, 2012 at 5:29 pm said:

Beautiful! Congratulations and good luck delivering that bundle of joy and loosing those 50lbs afterwords!

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orples on March 1, 2012 at 5:30 pm said:

Congrats on your upcoming arrival. Here’s wishing her a long, healthy, happy, life. Blessings to your entire family. 🙂

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lorrainetyne on March 1, 2012 at 5:32 pm said:

Congratulations! It is an experience like none other. It is a great joy and it is an experience that will bring out the best in a person. Love your pictures, they are beautiful.

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rbtaleman on March 1, 2012 at 5:35 pm said:

I am so happy for you Lesley. Over the past few months I’ve begun to feel like I know you a bit and I love the fact that you look so happy and beautiful. Congratulations!!

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incidentallearner on March 1, 2012 at 5:37 pm said:

Absolutely breath-taking! These are so beautiful! Congratulations!

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Anje Vela on March 1, 2012 at 5:42 pm said:

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
The family adventure soon to come.

“Making a decision to have a child–it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body ” ~Elizabeth Stone

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- lesleycarter on March 2, 2012 at 4:45 pm said:
  
  Beautiful! Thank you 🙂
  
  I can’t wait until she arrives and I can experience the world with her, and my husband, at my side.
  
  Have a great weekend,
  
  Lesley
  
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DAS on March 1, 2012 at 5:42 pm said:

These are beautiful! And you look pretty amazing for being nine months along 🙂

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Mee on March 1, 2012 at 5:42 pm said:

Lovely post and beautiful pictures to help you remember these special times.
Deserves an airing on Freshly Pressed. 🙂

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muddledmom on March 1, 2012 at 5:47 pm said:

You rock being pregnant, girl! You really do make it look beautiful and easy. Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous.

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