How Much Does Newborn Photography Cost in Seattle? An Honest Pricing Guide
Wondering how much newborn photography costs in Seattle? Here's an honest, no-fluff breakdown of pricing, what's included, and what actually makes newborn photos worth the investment.
Second Baby, No Photos? Here's Why That's Not a Failure (And What To Do Instead)
Feeling guilty about fewer pregnancy and newborn photos with baby #2? A Seattle newborn photographer on why this season deserves to be remembered too, and how an in-home session works even with a toddler in the house.
From 38 Weddings a Summer to In-Home Newborn Sessions: My Seattle Photography Story
I once shot 38 weddings in a single summer. Here's how that hustle season led me, a Seattle newborn photographer, to walk away from weddings completely and build a business around in-home newborn and family sessions instead.
What Actually Happens at an In-Home Newborn Session (And Why It's Nothing Like You're Imagining)
No studio, no backdrop, no carefully packed diaper bag. Here's what an in-home newborn session actually looks like -- and why it's so much more relaxed than you're picturing.
Why You Should Book Your Maternity and Newborn Session Together (With the Same Photographer)
Two seasons, one photographer, one cohesive story. Here's why booking your maternity and newborn sessions together is one of the best decisions you can make for your growing family.
How to Hire a Newborn Photographer: What to Look for, Ask, and Avoid
Hiring a newborn photographer is one of those decisions that feels deceptively simple until you're actually doing it. Here's the honest guide to finding the right one.
Your Dog Is Part of This Story Too: Why I Include Pets in Maternity and Newborn Sessions
Your dog was your first family member. They were there through the waiting, the appointments, the hard nights. They deserve to be in the photos. Here's why I always make room for them.
We're Getting a Puppy!! Everything We Did to Prep for Bringing Maisie Home
Okay friends, I have been sitting on this news for what feels like forever and I cannot keep it in anymore. We are getting a puppy. Her name is Maisie, she's a Golden Mountain Doodle, and our whole family is losing their minds with excitement. Today I'm pulling back the curtain on the whole journey, from losing our sweet Lemon to puppy selection day to everything we've done to get our house (and hearts) ready.
What IVF Taught Me About Photographing Maternity and Newborn Sessions
Two years of trying. Multiple IUIs. A blocked tube. One embryo. One phone call where Kevin and I just stared at each other in complete shock. Here's what that journey taught me about this work.
How to Support Someone Through Infertility: What I Wish Everyone in My Life Had Known
Maternity Photos When You Don't Feel Beautiful (And Why You Should Book Them Anyway)
You don't have to feel beautiful to deserve maternity photos. You just have to show up. Here's what I tell every client who almost talked herself out of booking.
Your Complete Newborn Session Timeline: From Booking to Baby on Your Wall
From the moment you book to the day you get a little gift in the mail, here's exactly what working with me looks like -- step by step, no surprises.
Why Hospital Photos Aren't Your Newborn Photos (And What Is)
Hospital photos are proof of concept. They're fine! But they are not your newborn photos. Here's what is.
In-Home vs. Studio Newborn Photography: Why I Only Shoot in Your Home
Studio sessions are beautiful. They're also not your home, your dog, your morning light, or your family's story. Here's why I only offer in-home newborn sessions -- and why that choice is intentional.
The One Thing I Wish Every Parent Knew Before Their Newborn Session
You're going to photograph everything. And almost none of those photos will have you in them. Here's what I've learned after hundreds of in-home newborn sessions in Seattle.
Finding Your Village: The Seattle Mom Communities and Resources That Changed Everything for Me
A Seattle mom and photographer shares her favorite local communities and resources for expecting and new parents, from prenatal yoga to baby classes to motherhood gatherings.
How to Actually Feel Good in Your Third Trimester: A Prenatal Chiropractor Shares Her Best Tips
Are Newborn Photos Worth It? A Seattle Newborn Photographer's Honest Answer
Wondering if newborn photos are actually worth it? After 15 years photographing Seattle families in their first days home with a new baby, here's my honest answer -- including what moms actually say afterward and why the newborn window matters more than you think.
When to Book Your Maternity Session in Seattle
The sweet spot for maternity photos is 32-34 weeks — but if you want your preferred date, your ideal season, and time to actually plan? You need to reach out earlier. Here's exactly when to book your Seattle maternity session, and why it matters.
When to Book a Newborn Photographer in Seattle (And Why It's Earlier Than You Think)
The answer is earlier than you think. Here's what I wish every expecting family in Seattle knew about booking your newborn photographer before it's too late.