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Another day, another amazing shoot at the Loft studio! This adorable couple and their baby girl, Rain showed up ready to snuggle up. Rain is older by traditional newborn photography standards but that doesn’t matter at all with lifestyle photography. We captured her perfectly beautiful self in the arms of her parents and on her […]

It was a a beautiful sunny day in the Pacific Northwest but it was FREEZING outside. Below freezing, actually. I was grateful to have booked this natural light studio in Battle Ground, Washington and my Vancouver client met me there with her adorable baby boy. River is one year old and absolutely delightful in every […]

I had the absolute pleasure of meeting this adorable family in their home in Vancouver for a shoot. We had originally planned a newborn shoot but life happened (as it often does!) and the shoot was rescheduled. Baby girl was now 4 months old but the beauty of lifestyle photography is that age doesn’t matter! […]

Giving birth is such a transformative and special experience. For many women in Portland, an option to consider is giving birth at a local birth center. Let’s explore the benefits of choosing a birth center for your delivery and guide you through finding the right fit for you and your baby. What Is A Birth […]

Pregnancy is a wild ride. You’re literally growing a human being inside you and if you’re a first time mom, you’ve never done this before so it can be a little nerve wracking not knowing what to expect. One of the best things you can do is take a childbirth education course to give you […]

Labor and delivery can be unpredictable in its onset and duration but its overall process is the same and it can help to know what to expect, and when! As your due date nears (or in the weeks after!), there will be changes in your body as you prepare to give birth. Contractions are the […]

After finding out you’re pregnant, the next step is to start thinking about what you might want/need in preparation for your little one’s arrival. Although it can feel overwhelming trying to work out what you need and when in pregnancy, it’s a good idea to shop for the essentials in advance so that you are […]

Pregnant in Vancouver/Portland area and needing some one-on-one time with your spouse/partner? We’ve got you covered! Head to the movies If you happen to be pregnant in the heat of the summer, especially, this is a great idea to beat the heat. And don’t forget the popcorn! For an upgraded version of the movie theater […]

What is a Fresh 48 session and why have one? Read on to see why this kind of session just might end up being your favorite! What is Fresh 48 photography? A Fresh 48 session is named for the very first 48 hours after a newborn is born. Typically done at the place you gave […]

Adding a new baby to the family is a very big deal! Help your child navigate the changes with these tips: Expect the upset. If you were only expecting your child to dote on your newborn baby, you may be sorely disappointed and left completely frustrated. The sooner you acknowledge that this is brand new […]