Hey there! Are you wondering when to book your newborn session? Well, you're not alone. SO many parents are in the same boat, so to speak. Typically it's best to book your session in your second trimester. I know, I know. You're thinking "Wait, what?!" Yes, that is because I book up fast. Here's the thing, time goes by pretty fast, right? Because of this, we need to get you on the books with your due date month. The due date month gets you soft booked and then, once you give birth, we schedule your session.

Now, don't panic if you have your baby early or late, because this is what happens most of the time. Who do you know that gave birth on their actual due date? It's not very often. Getting on the books now is what really matters because I only book so many per month.

And, what if you forgot to book your session and your baby is already here? That might be a little more challenging, but contact me and I will see what I can shuffle around. I want to be sure we can get these tiny moments captured!

So, if you are waiting to book, just contact me now and we can discuss everything about your session. I promise this is the best experience and you will love your images forever.

*I have all the things; exclusive props, high end textiles, a lifestyle bed area for those intimate moments, a posed area, and much more.

Hugs and love!

Michelle

Baby girl Charolette came in for her newborn session. What a sweet baby! She was so content and adorable. Barely a peep when changing or wrapping. The session was family, sibling, and then baby alone.

Her big brother was so proud. Although the baby is the focus of a newborn session, I can't forget about the siblings. This is such a big deal for them because they are no longer the main focus, baby is competition. This new little being has come along and needs all the attention that was once focused on them. Of course, they have a new baby to love, and be the bestest of friends with, that's the great part. But, for this little blip in time, during the newborn session, I focus on them. Getting some laughs and smiles make my day.

Reminder to book your newborn session as soon as you're in your second trimester. Sometimes I can get you in later along, but I can't guarantee it. Even if you just want to chat about it, hit me up with the contact button. 

Hugs and love, 

Michelle

Little bed - Luneberry

Romper - Paturici Pentru Pitici

Backdrop - Fancy Fabrics & Props

Hey there!! New newborn props for all of the photo shoots, this time they are better than ever. Not only are they great for newborns, your baby can grow with each of them! Check them out and let me know what you think. Because, after all, they are so beautiful and they make all sessions that much better. All of these amazing props that I'm listing below are from Luneberry.

In no particular order, here they are.

1) The pooh bucket. This bucket looks so much like Winnie the Pooh's honey bucket that it's nicknamed "the pooh bucket." It is one that can be used as baby grows, as it typically fits all the way up to 1 year olds.

2) The spindle bed in natural. This bed is so adorable and versatile. Plus, this too can be used as your baby grows. From newborn, roller, sitter, runner (2 weeks to a few years).

3) The spindle bed in cream. Oh my, this one is probably my favorite. Fitting newborns to toddlers, it works for every style.

4) The farm bucket. This amazing little bucket is rustic and charming all in one. So good and fits newborns to 1 year olds.

5) The little crib. This adorable little crib is so good for newborn all the way up to toddlers.

6) The high chair. Amazing little high chair is not too little and not too big. I love it!!

I just adore getting every baby in so that I can admire how adorable they are in these beautiful props.

If you haven't booked your session, contact me now. Baby will grow fast, and memories of those chubby checks will fad. Don't wait.

Hugs and love!

Michelle

Hey there! This gorgeous mama and her baby girl came to the studio for a session, and I'm so happy they did. I mean, look at how beautiful they are! Capturing the bond between them was oh so sweet. From having their session in their lifestyle area, that almost melted my heart, to posing little Wren in some props and then getting adorable table poses! This baby girl did so well, slept like a dream and posed like an angel.

Everything you see in the images can be used in your session too. I have over 50 dresses, body suits, gowns, and more for all the mamas to wear - up to size 3x. For newborns, I have beds, buckets, baskets, crates, wraps, fabrics, little lovie animals for their little hands to hold, headbands, hats, and much more. Once you sign on with me, I send out a questionnaire in order to customize your session. You can even come on in to the studio to pick out what you're going to wear and see everything else in person.

So come on in and be ready to relax and hang out! I have coffee, snacks, and comfy places to sit or nap. Yes, I said nap because you sure can if you want to. I'm BLS certified, an LPN, and I'm very experienced with many years of caring and photographing newborns.

Hope to see you soon!

Hugs and love,

Michelle

As a newborn photographer, I have a confession. I'm a prop and everything newborn photography related hoarder. I love all of the little things. Little beds, little baskets, little bonnets, little stuffies. It's all so cute and I love having so much to select from. Having recently moved my studio made me realize more than ever that I have a lot.

Do you ever wonder where these props and things come from? Well, sometimes I make my own but most of the time I leave it up to the masters. The people that have put all of their time and effort into perfecting their craft get all of my respect and lots of my money. Some of the detail is insane, and honestly I don't have patience for crafting some of the items I buy. Yes, I can sit there with a newborn for hours waiting to capture the perfect shot. But, no, I cannot bring myself to knit - I've tried. haha!

Here is a list of just a few of the amazing vendors that I've purchased some of my items from. Visit their sites and see what I mean.

A few of the little beds that I have are from the amazing Luneberry! They have beds, baskets, chairs, buckets, flokatis and more. https://www.luneberry.com/

All of my posing pieces and some of my wraps with matching headbands are from Hello Little Props. Oh, and I can't forget about their bucket and bucket huggers. https://hellolittleprops.com/

Most of my backdrops and wraps are from Fancy Fabrics and Props. They are simply the best and I'm so happy I found them. The fuzzier the better, because I love texture in photos. https://fancyprops.com/

I know that was just a few. There are more places that I buy from but mainly the ones that I've listed above. If you have a question about something in a photo, please ask and I'll try to remember where I bought it. lol