Charleen Eggers Fotografie

I don’t shoot what something looks like — I shoot what it feels like. Based in Heidelberg, I specialise in maternity photography that focuses on emotion, connection and authenticity. My baby bump sessions are calm, unforced and centred on the moments that matter: a hand on the belly, a tender look between partners, the small gestures that tell your story. With over a decade of experience in family and maternity photography — and as a mother and trained systemic family counsellor — I bring sensitivity and calm to every shoot. Whether we meet in your home for an intimate homestory, take a walk at a favourite outdoor spot in Heidelberg, or use a relaxed studio setting, my approach is documentary-led rather than pose-driven. I prefer movement, natural interaction and selective focus to create images that feel alive. Why choose me? Because I aim to accompany you, not direct you. I value trust, a relaxed pace and clear communication: a pre-shoot call to get to know you, thoughtful guidance during the session, and images that preserve atmosphere over perfection. My clients appreciate that the photos reflect true feeling and still evoke the moment years later. The result are warm, contrast-rich photographs full of life and closeness — no staged smiles, but honest memories. If you’re expecting and want a babybauch shooting in Heidelberg, Mannheim or the surrounding area that captures how this time really felt, get in touch. I’d love to create lasting images of your pregnancy journey.