5 Mothers Day Photography Prompts

"Reflect on the past year and how far you have come as a mother"

This prompt is great for new mothers with littles! It gives them a moment to be proud of how much they’ve grown, all the obstacles they’ve overcome, and how sweet their kiddo is turning out to be! You’re sure the get some smiles and maybe a few sweet tears!

"What’s your favorite thing about your Mom?"

This is a great prompt to ask the kiddos at your session, and works with young and older children! It gets them involved in your photo session and they say all the sweet things that make their mama smile!

"Make a mamma sandwich!"

This is a fun prompt that gives silly or sweet results with little kids! All the hugs and squeezes captures emotions, with some families it could be silly, others sweet! You can also start up a conversation about the kids favorite sandwiches! Maybe its now a mama sandwich!

"Give your mommy kisses with your nose!"

This prompt is great for younger kids, especially those clinging to their mom because they’re shy or scared. It gives kiddos a chance to snuggle up close with their mom and feel safe! Maybe if they’re not so enthusiastic about a photo session, this prompt gives them a chance to be held close by their mama and they get to try a silly way to give kisses!

"In what ways do you want to be like your mom when you grow up?"

This is a great prompt for older kids! Prompts are all about giving families the space to have candid moments and reactions, and all the sweet words their kids say will totally get the smiles and emotions going! A great way to celebrate motherhood by complementing how awesome their mom is!

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