WELCOME TO THE REFLECTIONS BLOG
Practical tips, stories, and more to simplify your motherhood journey
As a mom of 4 and family photographer of 20+ years, I’m here to help with tips, tricks, and specific recommendations for parents in the Niagara Falls, Ontario region.
Whether you’re expecting, a new mom, or a parent of young children, pour yourself a cup of tea and relax while you read.
Perks of Outdoor 6-Month Baby Photography
I don’t think it’s a secret that I just adore the six-month baby milestone sessions. This milestone is so precious because your sweet, snuggly, sleepy newborn is now a chubby, mobile, and smiling baby
What is Your Love Language?
More sneak peeks from our fall sunset sessions! And how your family photography can help you be more intentional about showing your love. How has the fall season been going for you? For so many people I’ve spoken to lately, the common answer seems to be that it’s been really nice getting back to “normal” and also, it’s been a…
Heirloom Photo Albums to Preserve Your Best Memories
Ordering professional heirloom photo albums is the difference between capturing moments and preserving your memories. One of my clients, the McHugh’s, recently ordered a gorgeous custom photo album to celebrate their daughter’s first birthday. It was a pleasure saving these busy parents time by turning their new photos right into a...
First Birthday Photo Sessions
What can you expect during your child’s one-year photo session? Here are a few of the adorable moments I can offer your little one during your time at the Reflections of Life studio: A cake smash, a bubble bath, standing, sitting and movement photos, sibling play photos, minimalist toys, family snuggle photos, beautiful wardrobe and naturally…
How to Prepare for Motherhood During Your Pregnancy
Preparing for motherhood isn’t one neat and tidy transition. It’s the entire rearrangement of your life in stages, over weeks, months, and then years. But you can begin your preparation early. Having had four pregnancies myself, I found my maternity seasons an especially magical time to prepare my heart, body, and soul (and my house!) for…
A Mother's Day Letter to You
It’s almost Mother’s Day again. After another year of COVID-19 where many mothers have felt pushed to their limits like never before, I want us all to promise each other we will celebrate it well this year. Celebrate each other, celebrate with each other, and most importantly, celebrate yourself. Why? Because Mama, we all need a hot minute to…
Milestone Photo Sessions for Your Baby’s First Year
The first year of a child’s life is filled with incredible milestones of growth – so many “firsts” that you’ll want to make last. As your family’s memory keeper, I’m here to capture the continual unfolding of your family story. How? With milestone photoshoots and gorgeous heirloom photo albums to create throughout Baby’s first year…