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.

How To Raise Loving Sisters

With National Sisters’ Day just around the corner, it’s a great opportunity to put the spotlight on everything-sisters: How to be one, how to raise them, and the importance of capturing this special sister bond in professional photography. This blog covers a recent outdoor photo session with Aimee and Steve Augustine and their five…

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22 Reasons to Get Maternity Photos: Summer Edition

Opening the studio back up for photos has been such a joy! I’ve even celebrated by adding new items to my family wardrobe and kids toy collection. I recently got to meet a new client Andrea, and her sweet daughter Eloise. Andrea is expecting her second child soon and wanted to treat her and Eloise to some mother-daughter maternity photos.

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Welcome Back! Fall Sunset Sessions Available for Booking

It’s official! On June 11th I began shooting outdoors again, and boy does it feel good! It’s been such a privilege already, seeing how much your family has grown throughout the pandemic, hearing all about your experiences and getting to take care of you again.

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Reflections: The 2021 Rebrand

I have some big news for you! During the pandemic I’ve been planning a rebrand of my business to make your future photo sessions with me even better. My business journey is all about walking alongside you on your motherhood journey. Read on to hear what exciting changes this rebrand has in store for you.

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Photographing Siblings At Your Family Photo Sessions

The transition from one to two (or more) kids can be tough, but so full of love. In this blog, you’ll find some experiences and tips I’ve gathered as a mother, and photographer of many mothers over the last 15 years. Read on to see how you can begin preparing yourself well and how to give yourself a lot of grace along the journey…

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Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Print out Your Photos

When you invest in a professional photo session at Reflections of Life Photography, don’t let the precious memories slip out of your hands (and right into your iPhoto folder where they’ll never be seen again). As soon as your session is over, I will help you design an heirloom photo album, print your favourite photos and curate the perfect gallery wall…

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Why Dads Make Every Photo Session More Awesome:

Dad, you make every situation better just by being there, and family photos are no exception! This Father’s Day, we want to help you see the magic YOU bring to every moment of our lives, whether it’s a professional photo session or dinnertime around the table. Some of the most special moments captured in my studio have been between…

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Preparing For Motherhood After Your First Child

The transition from one to two (or more) kids can be tough, but so full of love. In this blog, you’ll find some experiences and tips I’ve gathered as a mother, and photographer of many mothers over the last 15 years. Read on to see how you can begin preparing yourself well and how to give yourself a lot of grace along the journey…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Meltdown-Free Family Photos

Family photo albums are a living heirloom that you can treasure and enjoy for years to come. But what happens when the day of your scheduled shoot comes around and your kids are.not.having.it.? In this blog, you’ll see how we can proactively avoid meltdowns before they happen, and also encourage the quietest of your children to feel comfortable in front of the camera.

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