THE BLOG
Support, stories, and more for your motherhood journey.
Hey there! Welcome to our blog, your cozy corner where we dive into all things family, newborn, maternity, and baby photography. Being an experienced professional photographer in Ontario, I share practical tips, insights, and plenty of inspiration tailored for expecting mothers, new moms, and parents of Niagara Falls, Grimsby, and nearby areas. But wait, there’s more! My blog is not just about photography – it’s all about building a supportive community for new moms and parents, offering resources, encouragement, and a whole lot of virtual hugs. So grab a cup of tea, get comfy, and join us on this beautiful journey of family and community.
Why Mom Needs to Be Part of One Year Portraits
If you look through my baby photography work, I hope you notice something. Besides all the adorable babies I’m blessed to spend time with, I usually include mom, dad, and older children in each first year portrait session. It’s especially important to me that mom is part of the session and included in images with her child. This is something I would have loved as a young mom. Mom, you deserve to be part of this experience.
Niagara’s Best Parks for Family Picnics and Photos
Visit Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens for a peaceful day out. Surrounded by colourful flowers and meandering paths, it's an ideal spot for a family picnic and taking beautiful nature photos. You're in for a treat if you're looking for the best family day out in Niagara, one that effortlessly mixes the fun of a picnic with the thrill of creating picture-perfect…
Essential Tips for a Smooth Maternity Photoshoot Experience
The best time for a maternity photoshoot is between your 28th and 32nd week of pregnancy. During this period, your baby bump is beautifully visible, and you’re likely to feel more energetic and comfortable. Congratulations, soon-to-be mom, on your journey into motherhood! Capturing the glow and beauty of pregnancy is so important…
Including Older Children in the First Year Portrait Session
Can you believe it’s already time to celebrate your baby’s first birthday? That first year comes with so many changes for your whole family. As a full-service Niagara baby photographer, that’s why it’s important to me that your older children are part of the portrait experience.
When is it Too Late for Newborn Photography
Your family has dreamed about this moment for months, and now it's finally here. After waiting so long to meet your sweet baby, the day finally arrived. You’ve gazed in awe, soaking in all ten tiny fingers, ten tiny toes, that impossibly cute nose.
Your Stress-Free Cake Smash Session
Many Niagara families want to celebrate their baby’s first birthday with a cake smash session. These are so much fun to plan and capture. If you think planning your baby’s cake smash session will be a lot of work, I have good news for you. I’d love to share how my full-service photography process handles all the details of this special session for you.
Benefits of a Studio First Birthday Photography
Can you believe it? Your sweet baby is turning one. This is a milestone worth celebrating! Many parents want to document this special occasion with a first birthday photography session. First birthday portraits are so much fun.
The Perks of a Baby Studio Session
Cherish each of your baby’s milestones without any of the stress of planning. As moms, we put so much pressure on ourselves to make sure everything is perfect for our children. We want to make sure that everything is taken care of for them so they never have to worry.
What to Expect During Your First Year Studio Portrait Session
Turning one is a big celebration for your entire family. Your baby has grown so much over the past year, and your family has too. Creating a family-focused first year studio portrait session means we can document this milestone for your sweet baby and capture family portraits that you’ll be able to treasure forever.
Why Mommy and Me Six-Month Baby Sessions Are the Best
Mommy and me six-month milestone sessions are oh-so-sweet. After the blur of the newborn stage, you and your baby enter infanthood. Your sleepy, snuggly newborn is suddenly more awake and active. By six months, you’ve made it half a year raising your baby. Both of you have grown so much over since the birth, and this milestone deserves to be documented.