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.
Telling your baby’s story with Niagara Midwives
Let me introduce you to the Niagara Midwives: primary care providers to help you through your motherhood journey. I had the wonderful opportunity to install maternity and baby storywalls at their clinic in January! They’ve attended a multitude of births since their Niagara Region practice was established in 1997. The team supports…
The moments you’ll wish you could relive
Raising a family means years full of memories, changes, accomplishments, and little moments. But all that can pass by so quickly. Between the busyness of parenthood responsibilities, and the chaos of new demands, it’s easy for those memories to feel lost in time. It's so important to capture moments with our families now, so that we can…
7 reasons why you should book newborn photography ahead of time
Life with little ones is always busy and full. From pregnancy, to the newborn stage, to Baby’s first birthday, the to-do list can feel never-ending. But it’s so important to reach out early to reserve a date for your newborn photo session.
How to build up your family this Family Day
Your family is unique, courageous, and beautiful. It might not feel that way every day, but it’s the truth. Noticing and being grateful for that beauty takes practice. But when we recognize and share gratitude for that beauty, we strengthen our bonds with our loved ones.
How to create the perfect gallery wall
Your precious family photos are meant to be displayed proudly in your home. I am so grateful to help families like yours tell their story through a professional photo session at Reflections. Turning these photos into works of art is also important to me. Creating the perfect gallery wall is something I’ve learned and practiced over many years…
A Love Letter to the Mother who’s never in the family photos
I help busy Mamas like you capture the joy and beauty of motherhood. It’s a beautiful way to help you see the magic you bring into this world. Those moments we capture in my studio help you let go of each milestone as it passes and embrace the next one. So, what would I say to you when you’re nervous about your photo session?
Five ways to turn your photography session into art
When we capture the milestones of our family's journey, we give ourselves a chance to pause and reflect. It reminds us of the beauty of our family when we flip through an album, share a card, or glance at our living room wall. Your photos are meant to be printed, not to live in a digital album. Here are five ways you can turn beloved family photos…
It All Matters
If you are the parent of a newborn baby, I really need you to know this – you are amazing. You are doing an incredible job. Everything you’re doing is making a difference. In your newborn photo session with Reflections Photography, you will see just how much it all matters as you luxuriate in our effortless photography experience, and enjoy your…
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…
Mother-Daughter Photo Sessions
As a mother of four, I’ve seen the unique bonds that form with my sons and my daughters alike, but after hosting a mother-daughter photography session this month, I wanted to share a few ways we can nurture your mother-daughter bond through photography!
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…