Creative ways to take weekly bump photos

Looking for inspiration to record your growing baby bump each week? Check out what these Bumpies did.

The chalkboard shot

Angela marks each week on a tiny chalkboard -- and she even wears the same dress for every photo.

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1 of 8 Photo: Angela P. / The Bump

The sibling shot

Add your baby’s big sibling to the photo for a super-cute touch!

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The picture frame shot

We love Lisa’s pink bow -- and the simple frame telling us what week she’s on.

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3 of 8 Photo: Carah K. Photography of Michigan / The Bump

The due date shot

Another sweet idea? Put baby’s due date in the photo.

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4 of 8 Photo: Ashley G. / The Bump

The door shot

Use a door as a marker, and the grooves can be a guide to show how far your belly stretches!

5 of 8 Photo: Kira G. / The Bump

The evolving bump shot

A photo timeline of baby’s bump is a fun idea -- plus, mama holding baby at the end is too cute.

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