A pregnant woman in a long dress standing in tall grass by the sea at golden hour, her partner beside her

Experiences

Maternity Photography in Ireland

A maternity photoshoot in Ireland is a calm, unhurried session of about an hour for expectant parents, outdoors in a park, a garden or by the sea, with a professional photographer arranged through Eriora from €350.

Pricing

From €350

Duration: 1 hour
Edited photos: ~40

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Starting price. The exact price depends on photographer, place, date, time and add-ons, and is stated in your proposal before you book.

Quick answers

How much does it cost?: Maternity Photography starts from €350. The final price depends on the place, duration, date, time of day, travel and any add-ons such as video, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
How long does it take?: A typical session lasts 1 hour and you receive around 40 edited photos.
What is included?: A planning exchange about the week of pregnancy, the place, outfits and comfort
A session of about 60 minutes with breaks whenever needed
A flat, easily reached location chosen for comfort
Portraits alone, with a partner and with children if you wish
Where does it take place?: Popular places include Dublin, Cork, Galway, Killarney, and Limerick. Your photographer suggests the best spot for your date, the light and the crowds.
Who is it for?: Expectant parents in the second or third trimester
Couples on a babymoon in Ireland
Parents who want older siblings in the photographs
Local families who want outdoor portraits instead of a studio
How does booking work?: Send a free request with your place, date and plans. Eriora checks which photographers are available and replies with a proposal stating the photographer, the package and the exact price. Nothing is booked until you accept.

A maternity session records a short, particular time. It works best when nothing about it is hurried: a place close to the car, a flat path, somewhere to sit and a photographer who knows when to pause.

Most parents choose the third trimester, often between about weeks 28 and 34, when the bump is clearly visible but walking is still comfortable. Some combine the session with a babymoon in Ireland; others are local and want photographs in a place they love. Partners and older children are welcome.

Eriora matches you with a reviewed independent photographer and sends a proposal with the name, the package and the price before anything is booked. If you want photographs with the baby later, see family photoshoots.

How it works

1
Send a free availability request
Tell us the place, the date and the week of pregnancy. The request is free and without obligation.
2
We match a photographer
We find a reviewed photographer experienced with maternity sessions who is free at your time and place, and reply personally.
3
Proposal and confirmation
You receive a proposal with the photographer, the package, the price and the delivery time, including flexible rescheduling terms. The booking is confirmed when you accept.
4
The session
You meet close to where you can park. The photographer works at your pace and takes breaks when you need them. The gallery follows within the stated time.

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Where the session happens

Comfort decides the place. In Dublin, the Iveagh Gardens, St Stephen’s Green and Merrion Square have flat paths and benches. The harbour and beach at Howth give sea views without a steep climb if you avoid the cliff path. In Cork, Fitzgerald Park is green and level, and Kinsale has gentle waterfront walks. Around Galway, the Salthill promenade is flat and open to the sunset. Steep clifftops are best left for another trip.

The white cast-iron arch of the Ha’penny Bridge over the River Liffey in Dublin at dusk, with lamps lit along the quays

Dublin & Wicklow

Baile Átha Cliath

Dublin

From €190

Rows of brightly painted houses climbing the hill in Cobh below the spire of St Colman’s Cathedral, Cork Harbour in front

Cork & Kinsale

Corcaigh

Cork

From €190

The row of brightly painted houses on Galway’s Long Walk reflected in the River Corrib at the end of the day

Galway & Connemara

Gaillimh

Galway

From €190

Ross Castle’s stone tower house on the shore of Lough Leane in Killarney National Park, with mountains behind it

Kerry

Cill Airne

Killarney

From €450

Preparation tips

Choose a place you can reach with a short, level walk from the car.
Bring a long dress or a fitted knit that shows the shape of the bump, and a warm wrap for between shots.
Have a drink and a snack with you, and comfortable shoes for the walk.
Plan the session for the time of day you feel best, even if it is not the golden hour.
Keep the date flexible. Pregnancy is unpredictable, and a good photographer will reschedule if needed.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a maternity photoshoot in Ireland cost?

A maternity session through Eriora starts from €350 for about an hour. A second location or a longer session increases the price. Your proposal states the exact figure. See pricing.

When is the best week of pregnancy for photographs?

Many parents choose roughly weeks 28 to 34, when the bump is clearly visible and moving is still comfortable. If you are carrying twins or have medical advice to rest, earlier is often better.

Can my partner and children be in the photographs?

Yes. Partners, children and even the family dog are welcome. Tell us who is coming in your request.

What if I need to reschedule?

Tell the photographer as early as you can. Rescheduling terms are stated in your proposal, and maternity sessions are usually handled flexibly.

Is outdoor photography realistic with Irish weather?

Yes. Overcast skies give soft, even light that suits maternity portraits well. The photographer will keep a sheltered alternative nearby in case of heavy rain.