Motherhood

What was your first reaction when you learned you were pregnant? For me, I remember the wash of emotions when I saw the positive test. I was alone after work one afternoon in the small bathroom of the Decatur home my husband and I (and three dogs) rented at the time. I was elated, nervous, […]

Expecting mamas, have you gone down the rabbit hole searching: “What’s the best time to take newborn photos?” If you’ve been searching for when to book your in-home newborn session, you have probably seen so many different opinions and guidelines. From the vague, “when you’re ready and it’s never too late,” to the “I don’t […]

Atlanta Moms: Let’s Make Newborn Photos At Home Feel Easy A quick intro to this post: it isn’t going to cover everything you need to know about in-home newborn sessions. I want to focus on the top three things new moms ask about my approach so it feels simple … I want you to gloss […]

In-Home Newborn Sessions Designed For Mamas With Multiples There’s a version of newborn photography that looks beautiful on paper—but feels nearly impossible in real life. You pack everyone up.You try to time naps just right.You walk into a quiet studio and hope your toddler somehow… cooperates. And if you’re already thinking,“That’s just not going to […]

Like a Mommy and Me Mini Session But Built Better – around Supporting You I’m asked all the time, “Do you offer mini sessions?” – around Mother’s Day and Christmas especially. The draw is there – they are quick, back to back sessions, excellent for bringing in decent money quickly. But y’all, it’s not me. […]

Preparing for an in-home newborn session starts long before I arrive at your door with my camera. One of the things I love most about photographing newborns in their own homes is that every family’s space, story and style is different. My goal is always to create images that feel natural and personal to your […]

Atlanta Mamas, Are You In Baby-Prep Overwhelm? If you’re expecting a baby right now, chances are your life already revolves around preparing for them. Nursery plans.Registry lists.Doctor appointments.Tiny clothes appearing in drawers.Literally everyone asking about the baby! There’s so much to do before your baby arrives that maternity photos can start to feel like one more […]

“What should I wear for my newborn photoshoot?” – Every Mom (at the last minute) Preparing for your in-home newborn session shouldn’t feel overwhelming. This season of life is already full and tender and emotional. What you wear matters, but not in the Pinterest kind of way. More in the “let’s make sure your style fits […]

(Being Seen is an ongoing series reflecting on photography, presence and the moments that shape how we see ourselves and others. You can read Part I of the series here.) This newborn session didn’t happen in a quiet house. It took place in Grayson, Georgia, in a home where life was actively unfolding. There was […]

What Does an Atlanta In-Home Newborn Photographer Bring To Your Session? One of the biggest reasons many newborn photographers work out of studios is simple: newborn photography involves a lot of stuff. Unless a photographer works exclusively in a lifestyle approach — where parents are mostly holding and snuggling baby and sessions are mostly candid […]