We started in their adorably decorated nursery, ready for when their baby boy arrives in August. They have taken their uber-stylish DIY skills to make the nursery as fabulous as they have with the rest of their house!

Stephanie’s Father’s Day gift to Chris was this wonderful book to make sure her boys will be prepared to do all sorts of fun and dangerous kinds of guy stuff together. And tiny socks, for soon-to-be tiny feet.

At their house I also found a new love for bean bag style furniture. They have a wonderful version of the most comfortable bean bag in the world and, smartly, have kept it around from their college days. It was the perfect place for them to cuddle up under their bay window while I took the next few shots. I love how relaxed and snuggled in they are with the light pouring over them.

This next series is sweet because it was Chris’ idea. When they first started dating in high school (yes-they’re high school sweethearts!) Chris would buy Stephanie those cute black and white cards with a red rose highlighted in the image. So, he brought home a red rose for the photo session, and we snapped a few of their baby bump with the rose.

Our stop at Memorial Park was well worth it, because both the lighting and temperature cooperated with us for some of our best photos from the session.

Stephanie is so pretty and looks fabulous as an expectant mom. I particularly like the last photo (above right) where I caught Stephanie looking off at her husband, Chris, who was out of frame. I also love the image below. And it just so happened there was a national bicycle race passing through town and participants were camping at the park that night – the tents were a great pop of color in the background in this series of shots!

Chris & Stephanie are prepared and ready. I can’t wait for their first baby to become a part of this beautiful, wonderful family!

We started in the nursery, decked out in beautiful colors either a boy or girl would love.

Then we moved outside to take advantage of the beautiful spring weather and their lush green lawn.

Next up, Chris joined Lindsay for some leisurely time on their couch. They snuggled up and felt for the baby to kick while I snapped away.

I am so excited for Chris & Lindsay! They have had a big year and I know being new parents will top it off!

I love how Melanie’s eyes pop in the next series of images. She is a beautiful expecting mom!

I love the shot above I caught as these soon-to-be parents were walking through their backyard. Melanie had the idea for the photo below. The little pumpkin is so cute, and gives a great point of reference for just how big her baby bump was!

The series above was on their front steps. I especially like the bottom right where Melanie’s bump is peaking out. The series below is in a dry creek bed behind their house.

A big thank you to Karen and Mike, Melanie’s parents, who connected us!