Such a wonderful photo. The hand shows caring and protection. I love the way only part of the belly is shown, and the fact that the belly is slightly off centre. Also for a mother myself, it brings back memories, of being in that moment.
Great shot - But I just can't see how it relates to the challenge, sorry! It would perhaps be intended in a time capsule for the baby in there? :-) Excellent use of light/shadows. And a fantastic composition/crop.
its a shame, this is such a beautiful photograph... yet for me doesn't depict any year or era... if i had found a time capsule, opened it and found this photo, i wouldn't have a clue when the time capsule was burried.... shame, as i say, lovely photo....
My wife is 7 months pregnant and I love this photograph. But, this photograph belongs in the challenge like a beautifully composed poem belongs in a corporation's annual report. There are photo competitions on the internet that allow for submitting your best photo, however, I believe this site is prompting you to take shots that you wouldn't have otherwise by followin the description of the challenge. I hope this comment is constructive. If your photo finishes lower than you had hoped this might be the reason. Good luck.