I remember very clearly when Alanna told me she was expecting. We met at Starbucks to catch up over coffee and a couple minutes in, she spilled her most exciting secret. There was squealing, there was joy, there was hugging. And the barista came around with a cake pop of congratulations for Alanna, who just couldn’t help but overhear our little celebration.
Dave and Alanna are dear friends of ours – the very ones who set up me and Shane! – and I couldn’t be happier for them as they’re expecting their first child. This baby is already being showered in attention, in gifts and in love. He or she will be welcomed into this world with more love and doting than they’ll know what to do with ;) Can’t wait!
We were fortunate to have a beautiful spring day in a series of rainy ones and we had so much fun. We took our time around Granville Island, documenting the impending arrival of baby and the natural love between Dave and Alanna…the kind of love that cares, that protects, the kind of love that creates a happy home and a life that is sweet.
Doesn’t she just look amazing? Only a few short weeks to go!
Shane shot alongside me and I have to thank him for saying something rather funny which resulted in me getting this photo :)
Don’t you get the feeling that this baby is going to have impeccable style? ;)
Beautiful both inside and out, this girl…
Love you guys! You two are going to make wonderful parents…so looking forward to meeting your lucky little one!
Rebecca Sehn says
So adorable! Loving the dress + jean jacket. :)
Rachel Ranalli says
These are some of the cutest, most stylish maternity pictures I have ever seen. LOVE!
robyn says
alanna, so much has changed since the photos we did last summer!!! eee!!!
you look amazing and love the outfits you chose! (you look handsome, dave!)
gorgeous photos, mikaela!
only a few more weeks! xx.
Vanessa says
One of my favourites of your sessions yet, Mikaela! And alanna, you look radiant!!! Looks like you’ve only grown in your belly! :) Can’t wait to hear news of baby’s arrival!!! :)
jamie says
alanna, you are SO beautiful and mikaela, these are lovely!
Marlies says
Wowza!! These are some stunning pictures :) A beautiful couple (and little one) captured beautifully!
Meredith Sledge says
Oh mannnnn! These are precious and amazing!!! ALL OF THEM.
Maria Schwaller says
So cute!!!
alanna says
Mikaela, I can’t even begin to thank you enough for these photos! Such a precious keepsake capturing this exciting time in our lives – love you friend!!
colleen says
such sweet tenderness …
Shanna says
These are gorgeous, Mikaela! I looove Alanna’s dress!
Lesley says
I can’t stop tearing up over these images of seeing a dream come true for such a dear friend. Beautiful images Mikaela and gorgeous as always Alanna!! :) Can’t wait to meet your new babe!
Danea says
Gorgeous images, I love her outfits and such a cute couple. This all makes me a bit homesick though. ;)
Karen Regier says
Thank you, Mikaila, for doing such a fabulous photo session…they turned out beautifully:) i am so looking forward to being grandma to this precious baby peters!!!
Risa (Mom) says
These ARE beautiful, and you honored your friends well. :) All the best, Alanna and Dave!
Julie says
This might be one of my favorite maternity sessions of all time. So naturally beautiful!!
Kendra says
LOVE these photos Mikaela!!! Ummm I need to figure out how to get to you or you to Houston to take my maternity photos :)!!!!
Bonny says
Mikaela, Absolutely fantasticle work. Love it!
Alanna, You’re stunning my dear!
Maren says
Another great shoot! Love Granville Island. Alanna – your outfits are fabulous! Seriously, best looking pregnant mama!