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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 […]

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 […]

For many expecting mamas, there’s no better way to remember pregnancy and chronicle the journey to motherhood than with a maternity shoot. Here are a few tips to help you look and feel your best in your maternity photos! Most importantly, relax and enjoy yourself! This is truly a time to embrace the beauty of […]

New parents will love these helpful and thoughtful gifts that will simplify their life so they can spend more time loving on their newborn. Anything that makes the postpartum period a little easier, helps them get more sleep and allows them to get quality time (either alone, with each other or with their new baby) […]

From Vancouver to Longview, start here to find the best support for your pregnancy, labor/delivery and beyond in Vancouver, Washington. Bringing a new life into the world is an extraordinary experience that requires a supportive and skilled birth team by your side. As an expectant parent in Southwest Washington, you have access to a range […]

In the Pacific Northwest, indoor photography is a great option for families (especially families with newborns!) When the rain is pouring, the wind is blowing and the temperatures are downright frigid, it’s a great time to get cozy in the studio. If your home isn’t an option for newborn/family photography, a studio makes a fantastic […]

What does doula support look like? Each family has a unique journey, and no two are alike. As you get to know your doula, you will discuss your plans, desires and form a more intimate relationship which will help identify ways that you’ll feel best supported through your experience. Some of the ways doulas offer […]

First, I want to emphasize how much I truly want you to wear what reflects the true “you”, and your unique family and personality. I don’t want you to think you have to dress in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable or doesn’t feel like you. And I certainly don’t want you to have […]

You’ve heard it before: “they grow up so fast”… and “the days are long but the years are short”. Whether you’re holding that new baby in your arms or waiting to meet him/her, you know you want to enjoy your time with your newborn. But it’s also completely normal to feel a little (or a […]

Guide to your in-home newborn photography session A lifestyle newborn session in the comfort of your own home is so special and because babies change so quickly, you’ll be so happy to have those brand-new moments captured. The main benefit of a lifestyle session for your newborn is the comfort and familiarity of your own […]