When my husband and I got married in 2007, we have planned to enjoy our togetherness for some years before we begin raising our own children. We wanted to see places, learn new skills and chase our dreams together. We also wanted to be prepared — financially, emotionally and spiritually for the coming of our little kiddos. Both feeling able towards the end of 2012, we agreed we were finally ready to enter the world of parenthood.

The morning of Good Friday this 2013, with love and excitement, I woke him up and told him “Tatay ka na!” The smile painted on his face was the best one I have seen him wear. We warmly hugged each other, the tightest one we have ever shared. With our fingers entwined, we expressed our praises and gratitude to the Big Guy up there.

Indeed, blessings come in different packages. My career in photography was a dream I kept chasing and Labski Fotografi happened after passionately pursuing it. With the doors of opportunity opening up for him, my husband’s career in IT is one that keeps on surprising us both. And now, this added blessing, this new life within me, is on top of it all! We thank everyone who have shared their happiness upon knowing a new member of the family is joining us!

*These maternity portraits were taken by my nephew Josef of Images by Josef. Some of the other beautiful photos were taken by my husband.

*UPDATE: Check out this LINK to see my latest maternity portraits.