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Fall Family Photo Outfit Guide
My Favorite Maternity Shoot Dresses
Breastfeeding Friendly Dresses

When looking for a perfect dress for family photos or newborn photos that is breastfeeding friendly, there are a few things to keep in mind. You want to ensure that the dress is comfortable and allows for easy access to breastfeed your baby.

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7 Simple Tips for Creating Beautiful Birth Announcement Cards

You’re in the nursery, rocking with Baby in the soft glow of the bedside lamp, while searching on your phone for a picture to use in their birth announcement. You’ve taken a million, but some are blurry, some have people in the background, some are too dark or Baby is washed out. You just need one good photo so you can order announcements before your newborn is sitting up!   

Don’t do this to yourself. 

Welcome to your go-to guide for creating beautiful baby announcements! Here you'll find 7 simple tips that will help you craft stunning announcements to share with family and friends. Get started on your perfect baby announcement today!

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What to Wear for Spring Cherry Blossom Family Photos

Spring is the perfect time for a cherry blossom photo session, but choosing the right outfit can be a challenge. I want you and your family to look great in your photos while still feeling comfortable. With lifestyle family photography, I like to keep outfits simple so the focus can be on you and your loved ones. Here are some ideas on what to wear to create the perfect spring cherry blossom session.

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How to Include Your Dog with New Baby in Your Newborn Photoshoot | Tips from Portland, Oregon’s Dog Loving Newborn Photographer

Including your pup in your in-home newborn lifestyle photoshoot can be a special way to capture your tiny newborn baby with his or her furry sibling!   Here are a few tips to help make the experience stress-free and relaxing for everyone involved.

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Anini Beach Family Photos | Kauai Family Photographer
Family Photo Outfit Ideas for Kids
My Favorite Photoshoot Dresses For Moms
Your Guide to Lavender Farm Family Photos

My Lavender Farm Mini Sessions are just around the corner during the middle of summer, so I wanted to share the six things you can do to prepare for your family mini session and make sure that you have a great time.

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How to Prepare Your Home for Your Newborn Photography Session
10 Must-Have Photos from a Newborn Lifestyle Session

Whether it’s a handful of outfit changes or poses, newborn photography sessions can go a lot of different directions. It’s very easy to get distracted by all the options and trends, so I wanted to share my thoughts on the subject. As a Portland family photographer, I love lifestyle newborn sessions because they capture a hectic time in a very candid and relaxed way. I love that it’s low pressure and easy for everyone. Second, there are a lot of possible photo outcomes but there are only a few mandatory must-have photos for me. If I snag these photos during your session, then I know you will be happy with the variety and will feel satisfied with your session.

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4 Things to Remember During a Newborn Session with a Toddler
How to Back Up Your Digital Family Photos
How the Natural Light in Your Home Affects your Newborn Pictures

As a Portland natural light newborn photographer, I utilize the natural light of your home to document all the magical and simple moments with you and your newest family member.

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What to Wear for Newborn Photos

Congrats, your little one is on the way! These tips will help you pick out the best outfits for your family newborn photos.

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What To Expect at Your Newborn Baby Photoshoot

It's natural to feel a bit awkward in front of the camera, but newborn sessions are very laid back. I will be documenting natural interactions between you and your baby (snuggles, kisses, loving gazes).

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How to Prepare Your Toddler for a Successful Family Photoshoot | Trillium Lake Family Photos

Follow these 5 tips to prepare your toddler for a successful family photoshoot 1. FULL tummy!

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