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When to Take Newborn Photos

Newborn

As you pack your hospital bag, finalize the nursery decor and check off the last few to-do items on your list (still looking for recommendations? Check out my top baby products!), I’m sure the thought of when to take newborn photos has crossed your mind. The beauty of discussing your needs ahead of time is […]

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Are In-Home Newborn Photos Right For You?

Newborn

Planning for newborn photos is such an exciting time! Dreaming of preserving your new baby’s small details and those first few weeks as a new family are sure to bring about some (happy!) emotions. When deciding if you want your Little Rock newborn photos in your home or outdoor, these three elements can help steer […]

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outdoor maternity photos

When to Take Maternity Photos

Maternity

There are so many things to prepare for the arrival of a new baby! The nursery, the hospital bag, the baby shower. But don’t forget about your maternity photos! This sweet time deserves to be captured-you’ll love looking back on this time with your babe in the womb. One of the most frequently asked questions […]

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Best Baby Products

Maternity, Newborn

Congratulations-you are pregnant! As you prepare for the arrival of your little bundle, I know you are constantly bombarded with all. the. things! Having three babies in the past four years, I’m sharing items that I find absolutely essential and the ones I could have done without! With your first, everything seems so overwhelming. Every […]

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Family outdoor summer photos

What to Wear for Summer Family Photos

Family

Summer can seem like an odd time for family photos, especially in the South. But you can’t beat the beautiful light and greenery that abounds! I always hear from clients that they just don’t know what to wear or how to pick out outfits that coordinate aren’t matchy-matchy. That, coupled with the the weather, can […]

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Tips for Relaxed Family Photos

Family

You’ve coordinated a date that works with everyone’s schedule, narrowed down the color palette and picked out outfits and now you’re thinking ahead to the actual session. If just the thought of family photos stresses you out-then these tips are for family photos are for you!! My goal is always for your family to feel […]

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spring outdoor newborn photos

Are Outdoor Newborn Photos Right for You?

Newborn

If you’ve never heard of doing your newborn photos outdoors, I’m here to tell you it’s a wonderful idea. During the months of April-November (generally speaking, sometimes we get warm days in between these months), these are some of my favorite sessions! The longer evenings are perfect for sunset photos and I find that babies […]

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