The beauty of pregnancy and the beauty of tattoos — there is something about them together that shows the magic and mysteries of women. That magic is the art on our bodies, as well as the art being created inside us. Pregnant women with tattoos are just so stunning. The pregnancy seems to soften the look, defying all stereotypes about tattoos that we never subscribed to anyway.
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These women show how no matter what is on our bodies (the clothes, the weight, the shapes, the tattoos), we are all beautiful, each with our own unique style and grace, and we are creators and carriers of life and pure art. It's truly magnificent. The combination of the art and this wondrous creation of life marry together so well.
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So for all the people who think there is something wrong with seeing a mom or a mom-to-be with a lot of ink, they are sadly mistaken, because it is a beautiful sight. It will probably make you want to get more tattoos of your own.
Here are 16 pregnant women who were not ashamed to flaunt their gorgeous tats.
The ever-changing body.
This is Michaela at 21 weeks into her pregnancy. It's such a cool look as a mom-to-be.
Strength.
Birth doula Lindsey Bliss is a mom of seven — including twins … twice. She is strength. This is a photo of her during her last pregnancy with baby Olympia.
Meaningful art.
In addition to the beautiful sacred geometry on Lindsey's arm, amongst the flowers and other designs are the names of all her children.
Goddess.
We love everything about this intimate photo.
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Personal view.
This beautiful shot was taken by Samantha when she was pregnant with her first child. Every mama should take this photo of herself while pregnant!
Preparing for baby #2.
Samantha is also a doula and educator. Here she is preparing for her at-home birth of baby number two with her daughter helping.
Mother and daughter moment.
We just love this image of Sam's daughter Juniper nestled on top of mama, as well as her baby brother who is waiting to make his entrance into this world. Sam's tattoos beautifully adorn her belly.
Happiness.
This is me, taken when I was 28 weeks pregnant with twins. I have never felt more beautiful than when I was expecting.
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Flower mama.
Sarah was 29 weeks pregnant when she took this sweet selfie.
Rooftop in Brooklyn.
Photographer and tattoo artist Miss Elvia took this incredible photo of Louisa Yuki during her pregnancy. We love the light and that gorgeous leg tattoo.
Perfect side shot.
This soft light shot was taken of Erika when she was 37.5 weeks. Erika told us that her water broke that night, and her daughter Jackson arrived two days later.
All curves.
There really is something so lovely about a woman's curves, especially when pregnant. This photo of Renee shows just a hint of her pretty tattoos and shows that mama vibrancy when she was pregnant with her son.
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Magic.
Maggie took this sweet photo when she was 31 weeks pregnant with her daughter. We can sense her excitement and anticipation that happens in the last trimester.
The power.
This was one of the last pics Karen took of herself before she stopped working to go on maternity leave. Karen's a mama with tattoos who also works as a tattoo artist.
True force.
Karen is also a musician. Check her out playing a show while pregnant!
Just before birth.
Crissandra took this lovely photo when she was 39 weeks pregnant, and it really is such a gorgeous look at the beautiful ways our bodies stretch and grow … along with our tattoos.
