A Surprise Worth Waiting For: Christa & John's Heartfelt Gender Reveal Photoshoot

Christa and John’s gender reveal photoshoot was an experience filled with joy, emotion, and beautiful moments that I was incredibly honored to capture. Their journey to becoming parents has been anything but easy, marked by perseverance, hope, and the unwavering support of one another. After two years of navigating the challenges of infertility and undergoing four IVF cycles, they were finally blessed with the news they had been longing for — a baby girl, due on May 31, 2025. This session was more than just a gender reveal; it was a celebration of their strength, love, and resilience.

When Christa and John reached out to me to capture this special milestone, they had an exciting twist planned. Christa wanted the gender reveal to be a surprise not just for their friends and family, but for them as well. They entrusted me with the big secret, allowing me to be the first to know whether they were expecting a little boy or girl. The anticipation in the air was almost tangible as we prepared for this once-in-a-lifetime moment.

As someone with a natural eye for beauty, Christa created two stunning bouquets, one adorned with delicate pink florals and the other with vibrant blue blooms. Honestly, she could have a future in floristry — they were that beautiful! With the two options in hand, I knew that only one would make an appearance, revealing the exciting news that awaited.

We started the session by capturing some sweet moments with Christa, John, and their two beloved dogs, who are already gearing up to be the best big siblings. The light was perfect, casting a warm glow over the scene as they held up their sonogram photo, a cute little letter board, and some sentimental props. Each shot was filled with a mixture of anticipation and pure happiness, knowing that they were on the brink of discovering a new chapter in their lives.

The big reveal moment was nothing short of magical. Christa and John stood facing each other, eyes closed tightly, holding their breath in anticipation. I placed the chosen bouquet — a beautiful arrangement of pink flowers — in John's hands. With a countdown that felt like it held the weight of their entire journey, I called out "3, 2, 1!" and John revealed the bouquet to Christa. The look of pure surprise, joy, and love that passed between them in that moment was everything. The realization that they were expecting a baby girl brought tears, laughter, and a flood of emotions.

The rest of the session was a celebration of this joyful surprise, filled with candid moments and embraces. Christa confided in me that after the long road they had traveled to get to this point, this reveal was one of the few true surprises they had experienced. Knowing that I could play a small part in this meaningful moment made this photoshoot even more special for me.

Christa and John's story is a testament to the power of hope and the beauty of never giving up on a dream. It was such an honor to capture this chapter of their journey, and I cannot wait to see them embrace their new role as parents to a baby girl. Congratulations, Christa and John — your love story is an inspiration, and I am so grateful to have been a part of it.