Pregnancy can be a beautiful journey, but let’s face it: it can also be downright funny. Your body undergoes incredible changes, from unexpected hair growth to the occasional embarrassing moment. To capture this authentic and humorous side of pregnancy, photographer Mia Thompson has created a delightful photo series that resonates with moms everywhere.
Thompson’s project, titled “What the BUMP?!”, offers a refreshing take on the typical maternity photos that flood social media. Instead of the usual serene poses with glowing smiles, Thompson’s photos depict expectant mothers in relatable and amusing real-life situations.
Take, for instance, the moments where they are snuggling with their firstborn, or perhaps realizing they forgot to stock up on maternity supplies. Or that frantic nesting phase that kicks in, and let’s not forget the struggle to maintain that elusive pregnancy glow while also preparing for labor. In fact, one mom from the series went into labor just hours after her photoshoot!
Mia explains that this series evolved from her previous work, which focused on the chaos of family life. “While my first series, ‘Best Case Scenario,’ was about parenting, I wanted to explore the journey of becoming a family. There’s so much humor in that,” she shares.
Although Thompson’s images are often lighthearted and exaggerated, they celebrate the reality of motherhood and remind us not to take everything too seriously. “Women are amazing! What our bodies can achieve is incredible,” she tells us. “It may not always be perfect, but every challenge is worth it. Finding the humor is essential, or you might just lose it.”
We often feel pressure to have flawless pregnancies, deliveries, and families, but these photos highlight that it’s perfectly okay to acknowledge the awkward, uncomfortable moments of bringing a little one into the world. After all, many of us can relate, and we’re all here sharing the laughter (and the heartburn remedies) together.
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In summary, Mia Thompson’s “What the BUMP?!” photo series brilliantly captures the humorous and authentic side of pregnancy, reminding us all that while it may not always be glamorous, it’s a journey worth embracing together.