No one hands you a manual for those first hazy weeks with a newborn — just a bundle of love, a whole lot of hormones, and advice that often misses the mark. As a mom of five and a doula, I’ve lived it and walked it with countless families. This post isn’t about perfection — it’s about the real, unfiltered truths I wish someone had whispered to me in the quiet, chaotic newborn days. Let this be the permission slip you didn’t know you needed.

Inviting clients to the studio for their newborn session is such an exciting event for them and for me! The opportunity to meet your newest family member and capture the first portraits of little, squishy faces is a joy. In addition to photography services, I also have the opportunity to check in with families and […]