I can remember exactly what the postpartum phase was like. It’s an incredible experience as well as mentally and physically exhausting. It’s so important to take care of yourself, mama. That’s why I put together these tips on caring for yourself during the postpartum period.

Family photography is good for the soul. Of course, as a photographer, I’m going to say that, but I really believe that photography is good for you. My printed photos of my children are some of my most precious possessions. If you’re like me, you probably catch yourself looking at photos of your children when they were babies…

As you research newborn photographers, it’s important to look for two things. One whose work you love. And one that follows newborn safety guidelines. You’re welcome to read my thoughts on why it’s so important to work with a professional newborn photographer here. I’d love to share six things you need to know about newborn photography…

Let’s celebrate the new baby you can’t wait to meet. While it’s a very exciting time, it’s very common for clients to feel nervous about having their photos taken. Your maternity photos might be your first professional photography session since your wedding. Here are seven tips to help you and your partner feel comfortable during your maternity photoshoot.

Our pets are part of the family, so of course, you would want to include them in your newborn photography session. Your pets have also been looking forward to this new baby. The big question is, when is it okay to include them? I’ll answer that and offers tips on having your dog in your newborn session.

Those first few weeks with your newborn baby are so precious. However, this precious season comes with sleepless nights, lots of snuggle time, and full hearts. It also comes with a little bit of unpredictability. As you think about your newborn session, you might have some questions about how the session will go. If you do, you are far from alone…

I’m so excited to share this incredible family with you! I actually met Danielle several years back through a mutual connection. We stayed in touch through social media, and I’m grateful that we did. In 2019, Danielle and her amazing husband, Dave, decided to open their home to foster children. Danielle kindly agreed to be interviewed for my blog to share her family’s story. I can’t wait for you to read their incredible story.

If your child is nearing their first birthday, a lot of growing and learning is happening. Whether your child has taken their first steps or is a master crawler, they are likely on the move. You may wonder how it’s possible to capture the perfect first-year portrait of your sweet baby when they’re constantly moving and exploring. I’m here to share that…

Documenting this special time with a maternity portrait session is the perfect way to hold onto these memories. If you’re researching maternity photos, you may wonder if you’d like a studio maternity session. I’d love to share several benefits of a studio maternity photo shoot with you.

Every once in a while, I’ll chat with a potential client who is excited and loves my work but has a few questions. Usually, these questions are about what she’ll need to do throughout the process and what she can expect. If you've never experienced a full-service portrait session, you may worry about all the things you need to do to pull the session off.

The newborn phase is such a precious season. You finally get to meet and hold the baby you’ve been waiting for! It’s also a season that goes by in a blink. Your baby will only be a newborn for such a short period of time. You truly have such a short window to professionally document this newborn season which is why I believe it’s so important to trust a professional newborn photographer with this session.

Including your older children helps them feel excited about the new baby and part of the celebration. If you’re feeling guilty because you didn’t have maternity photos with your first child, this is a beautiful way to include them. Plus, I can’t help but capture some of your older children for you to treasure too.