16 Maternity Dresses That Will Always Look Good in Photos

Anyone who's gone through the experience of carrying a child knows that despite the moments of stress and exhaustion, the excitement of bringing a new addition into the family is something worth celebrating—especially if it's your first one. And as each passing day brings you closer to the due date, more likely than not, you've scheduled a maternity shoot to mark this milestone.

However, planning your outfit can feel easier said than done. If you're looking for an effortless way to show off your bump, there are plenty of maternity dresses practically made for photos. Shopping for your maternity shoot can be daunting, especially when you want to show off your bump, but when you have stylish dresses to slip on, you'll be able to devote more time to other aspects of your photos.

To give you a starting point, we've gathered 16 dresses that will always look good in photos, no matter what. Shop them all below.

Once the shoot is over, change into these comfortable leggings to wear until your due date.