5 Easy DIY Halloween Maternity Photo Ideas You Can Try at Home
Halloween is coming, and what better way to celebrate your pregnancy than with a fun, festive maternity photoshoot? Whether you're looking for spooky, cute, or creative, we’ve got five easy DIY costume ideas that you can make with materials you likely already have at home! Plus, don’t forget that these ideas are perfect for entering our Enchanted Bumps and Boo-tiful Babies Halloween Photo Contest—your creativity could win you a great prize!
Here are five creative and affordable ways to dress up your baby bump for Halloween:
1. Skeleton Costume 🦴
Turn your bump into a playful baby skeleton! This costume is simple, affordable, and perfect for showing off your little one’s future dancing feet.
How to DIY:
- Grab a plain black dress or a black t-shirt and leggings.
- Use white fabric paint or white tape to draw or tape skeleton bones onto the shirt, with a small baby skeleton over your bump.
- You can add details like tiny hands and feet to represent your baby!
DIY Tip: If you don't have fabric paint, try using white chalk for a temporary design. You can also use printable skeleton templates as stencils to make the painting part easier.
Buy Instead: ready-made skeleton maternity costume
2. Mummy-to-Be 👻
Become the ultimate “mummy-to-be” by wrapping yourself up like an ancient Egyptian or spooky mummy.
How to DIY:
- Use long strips of white fabric, gauze, or even toilet paper to wrap around your body, focusing on your belly to make it stand out.
- Layer the strips loosely so they stay comfortable and breathable.
- Add some light makeup to create a spooky effect, like dark circles under your eyes for that classic mummy look.
DIY Tip: If you don’t have fabric strips lying around, old white sheets or bandages can work perfectly. Just tear them into strips and get creative!
Buy Instead: pre-made mummy maternity costume
3. Pumpkin Belly Paint 🎃
Show off your bump by turning it into a festive pumpkin! This colorful and cute idea is perfect for a whimsical Halloween maternity photoshoot.
How to DIY:
- Use orange body paint (make sure it’s pregnancy-safe!) to paint your bump like a pumpkin.
- Add black triangles for eyes, a nose, and a little toothy grin for a jack-o-lantern effect.
- Wear a simple green or brown shirt to mimic the pumpkin stem and vines.
DIY Tip: Use face painting brushes for more precision and make sure to use water-based paints for easy cleanup.
Buy Instead: pumpkin belly painting kit
4. Vampire Mom 🧛♀️
Channel your inner gothic queen with a stylish and spooky vampire-themed photoshoot.
How to DIY:
- Wear a flowy black dress or cape that drapes over your bump.
- Add dark makeup—think bold red lipstick and smoky eyes.
- You can also use red eyeliner or lipstick to create a “blood” effect near your mouth or add fake fangs for extra drama!
DIY Tip: Don’t have a cape? Use a large black scarf or shawl to create a draped vampire look.
Buy Instead: vampire cape
5. Spooky Silhouette 🌕
For an artistic and subtle Halloween look, try a silhouette shot with your baby bump highlighted in a dark, mysterious setting.
How to DIY:
- Choose a plain black dress or dark clothing that hugs your bump.
- Stand in front of a large window or a light source to create a shadow effect, highlighting your silhouette.
- Have someone take the photo from the side to capture the outline of your bump.
DIY Tip: For an extra spooky touch, try this shoot at sunset or use a simple flashlight to create the perfect light source.
Buy Instead: Halloween-themed backdrop
Additional Halloween Ideas to Try:
- Bumpkin Patch: Pose with pumpkins around your home or in a local patch for a fun seasonal look.
- Bumpkin Carving: Carve a pumpkin with a baby-themed design and use it as a prop for your photos.
- Witchy Vibes: Add a classic witch hat and broom to your outfit for a magical maternity photo.
- Fairytale Fantasy: Dress as a fairytale character, like a princess or woodland fairy, for an enchanting photoshoot.
- Glow-in-the-Dark Theme: Use glow-in-the-dark body paint to highlight your bump and create a spooky nighttime photo.
Whether you DIY or buy a costume, these creative ideas will make your Halloween maternity photos truly memorable. Plus, your photos could win a prize in our Enchanted Bumps and Boo-tiful Babies photo contest! Don’t miss out on the fun—enter today by posting your Halloween maternity photos on Facebook or Instagram and tagging us with the hashtag #EnchantedBumps!