When you welcome your second, third, or fourth baby, it can be tempting to skip professional newborn photos. Life is busier. You already have plenty of photos of your first baby. And the thought of getting everyone ready for a photo session can feel like one more thing on your list. But your newest baby […]

When you picture beautiful family photos, you might picture golden light, warm sunshine, and a summer evening spent chasing toddlers around a field. And while I absolutely love a good golden-hour session, I want to let you in on a little secret: Your family photos do not have to happen at sunset to be beautiful. […]

Welcoming a new baby comes with countless decisions, and choosing the right newborn photography session is one of them. If you’ve been searching for newborn photography in Peoria, IL, you’ve probably noticed there isn’t just one style of session. Some photographers come to your home, some offer outdoor sessions, and others have dedicated studios. Some […]

If you’ve been scrolling Pinterest and wondering, “Can newborn photos be taken outdoors?” the answer is yes. It’s my absolute favorite time of the year, because it means we get to photograph your babies outside! While many newborn sessions happen in a studio or at home, outdoor newborn photography is a popular option for families. […]

There is something so sweet and relaxed about outdoor summer newborn photos. They are my absolute favorite and I’m always thrilled when they start back up. As a Peoria, IL newborn and family photographer, I love how the warm evening light, soft blankets, fresh air, and slower pace all come together to create a session […]

As a Peoria, Il newborn photographer, one of the most common reasons I hear for why parents delay—or completely skip photos is the misconception that their home isn’t “good enough.” 3 common myths are that your house needs to have a perfectly styled nursery, a magazine-worthy house, and multiple large rooms to photograph in. If […]

If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve probably noticed that newborn photography comes with a lot of unknowns. How long will it take?Do I need to clean my whole house?What if my baby won’t sleep?What am I supposed to do? These questions are especially common for Peoria moms-to-be — particularly those expecting during the winter months, […]

If you’re expecting a baby, your to-do list is probably already overflowing. Doctor’s appointments. Nursery prep. Registry decisions. Birth classes. Hospital bags.And somewhere near the bottom of that list? Newborn photos. For many Peoria moms-to-be, newborn photography feels like a “we’ll figure it out later” task. And that makes sense — pregnancy is full, and […]

Why You Don’t Need a Huge Home—or Even Perfect Light—to Capture Beautiful Moments As a Peoria, Illinois newborn photographer, one of the most common concerns I hear from parents is, “My home is too small,” or “We don’t have a lot of natural light.” If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone—and this session […]

As a Peoria IL newborn photographer, one of my favorite things about this area is how beautifully the seasons shape the way we capture your growing family. While fall brings those last pops of color and winter settles in with quiet snowfall, both seasons naturally lend themselves to one of the most meaningful and stress-free […]