Mary Fernandez Families

Mary Fernandez Families Zug • Zurich • Porto Family Photographer. Capturing your timeless, stress-free family memories.

You won’t be pregnant forever — but you’ll remember how it felt.The way your hands instinctively rested on your belly. T...
15/03/2026

You won’t be pregnant forever — but you’ll remember how it felt.
The way your hands instinctively rested on your belly. The quiet mornings by the window, light spilling across the room, wondering who this little person will be.

An at-home maternity session captures all of that — not in a studio, but in the space where you’re already building your family’s story. Your favourite corner of the couch. The nursery you’re still putting together. The light that makes your Zug apartment feel like a painting.
And preparing for it? Much simpler than you think:

✨ Book between weeks 28–32, when your bump is beautifully round and you still feel comfortable
✨ Pick 2–3 outfits in soft neutrals — ivory, cream, blush — that let you be the focus
✨ Find the window with the softest light (I’ll help you with the rest)
✨ Remove tight jewellery and elastics two hours before so no marks show on skin
✨ And the most important step? Just show up. I’ll guide every pose — your only job is to breathe and feel this moment

I wrote a full guide with everything you need — from room prep and wardrobe planning to what to communicate with your photographer before the day.

Read it now 👉 Link in story

The question I get asked most often? “When should we book our family photos?”And my honest answer: it depends on your li...
10/03/2026

The question I get asked most often? “When should we book our family photos?”

And my honest answer: it depends on your life right now.

A toddler who melts down outdoors? Winter in-home sessions will change everything.

Grandparents flying in from abroad? That’s your window — don’t miss it.

Wanting photos for holiday cards? October books out first.

After 10 years and 400+ family sessions across Zug and Zurich, I created a full season-by-season guide to help you stop guessing and start planning around YOUR family’s reality — not some Pinterest-perfect ideal.

Swipe through to find your season. Then tap the link in bio for the complete planning guide with location tips, booking timelines, and what to expect. ✨

Because the best time for family photos isn’t “someday.”

It’s the season you’re in right now.

06/03/2026

Here’s something I tell every family I work with: your children will never be this small again.

Not tomorrow. Not next month. Not when the “perfect” moment finally arrives.

After photographing 400+ families across Zug, Zurich, and beyond, I’ve learned that the best time for family photos isn’t about chasing perfect Swiss weather or waiting until everyone’s outfits match. It’s about planning around your actual life — the school calendar, visiting grandparents, the newborn who just arrived, the toddler who only cooperates indoors.

So I wrote a complete season-by-season guide to help you decide:
🍂 October books fastest (fall colors + holiday card timing)
❄️ January–March is ideal for cozy in-home sessions with young children
🌸 Spring & summer work best for maternity, newborns + milestone events
🎄 November = the sweet spot for stress-free Christmas mini-sessions

The full guide breaks down exactly when to book based on your family’s ages, goals, and what you’re trying to capture — so you stop guessing and start planning.

💌 Link in story

Mama, when was the last time you were *in* the family photo — not behind the camera?This Mother’s Day, let’s change that...
05/03/2026

Mama, when was the last time you were *in* the family photo — not behind the camera?

This Mother’s Day, let’s change that. 🌷

I’m hosting intimate mini sessions in Old Town Zug designed for busy moms who want meaningful photos without the stress.

What’s included:
✔️ 20-minute relaxed session
✔️ 5 professionally edited images
✔️ A styling guide so you feel confident
✔️ Delivery in just 5 days
✔️ Golden spring light + cobblestone charm

📅 April 29th & May 2nd
💰 200 CHF
📍 Old Town Zug

These spots fill fast every year. Don’t wait.

👉 Full details + booking at the link in my bio.

Hosting a family celebration soon? 🤍These 3 tiny prep moves (declutter the key spots, pick a soft colour palette, and st...
03/03/2026

Hosting a family celebration soon? 🤍

These 3 tiny prep moves (declutter the key spots, pick a soft colour palette, and stand facing the main light for cake/gifts) make your photos look instantly more timeless.

I wrote the full guide — link is in my Story today ✨
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Most families wait until life “calms down”… and then suddenly your baby is taller, your toddler is in school, and you’re...
01/03/2026

Most families wait until life “calms down”… and then suddenly your baby is taller, your toddler is in school, and you’re scrolling through a camera roll full of almost moments.

I wrote a season-by-season guide for family photos in Zug to make planning feel easy — and to help you choose the right timing based on your real life, not perfect weather.

Here are a few tips from the article:
✨ Jan–Mar: choose cozy in-home sessions (warm, calm, weather-proof).
🌿 Apr–Sep: best for milestones (maternity, newborn, reunions, baptisms, graduations).
🍂 Oct–Nov: books fastest in Central Switzerland — fall colors + Christmas mini gifting.

If you want photos that feel like your family, not a forced photoshoot, read the full guide on the blog — link in the story

26/02/2026

Family photos in Zug, by the beaches of Lake Zug—this is what “effortless” looks like. 🌿

Soft light, open space, kids free to move, and parents who can finally just be present. That’s always my goal: not perfect poses… real connection you’ll want to remember years from now. ✨ 

If you’re an expat family in Zug/Zurich (or visiting Switzerland) and you want photos that feel natural and timeless, this is your sign.

Write me a DM or write BOOK to send you all the info.

25/02/2026

3 quick tips that will instantly make your family celebration photos look more timeless (without adding stress). 🤍

I’m sharing them in this Reel — and I wrote the full prep guide with more examples + a simple checklist.

Link is in my Story today ♥️🙌🏼

f you’re hosting a birthday / baptism / family celebration soon… here’s a little tip from me: you don’t need a “perfect”...
22/02/2026

f you’re hosting a birthday / baptism / family celebration soon… here’s a little tip from me: you don’t need a “perfect” day to get beautiful photos — you just need a few intentional moments. 🤍

I wrote a short article with my best prep tips (light, outfits, phone-free moment, and how to keep it stress-free). You can find the link in my IG Story today ✨

Tell me what you’re celebrating and I’ll share one quick idea that fits your vibe.

19/02/2026

Our goal is to help parents feel free — free from last-minute stress, endless decision fatigue, and the pressure to “make it perfect.” 🎈✨

That’s why I created a blog article with Daniela from Delitime (kids event planners): to make birthday parties feel simple, joyful, and beautifully organised — while you stay present with your child. 💛

The full checklist + planning guide on the blog — Tap the link in my story to read it now. 💌

When they say snow, I say yes! ❄️🤍Winter doesn’t pause family life—so why should we pause the memories? Snow turns every...
17/02/2026

When they say snow, I say yes! ❄️🤍

Winter doesn’t pause family life—so why should we pause the memories? Snow turns everything into a clean, timeless backdrop, kids get instantly playful, and the cuddles come naturally (and honestly… the light is chef’s kiss).

If you’ve been dreaming of family photos but worried about everyone being cold, here are my go-to comfort tips for a cozy snow session:
❄️Dress in layers (thermal base + knit + coat). Warmth first, always.
❄️Choose boots you can move in + thick socks (happy kids = better photos).
❄️ Bring hand warmers + a small blanket for quick “warm-up hugs.”
❄️ Neutral tones + warm tones look stunning against snow.
❄️ Plan it short + sweet: we keep it fun (only 45-min session), and full of movement.

Would you like to know more about this kind of sessions? DM me for more info 😍

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