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If you’ve ever opened your closet two days before a family session and thought, “Why does nothing go together?”. You’re not alone. I’ve had families roll up in four completely different color stories, and I’ve had others show up perfectly coordinated but soaked in sweat before we even started shooting. That last scenario is what […]

You’re going to blink and they’ll be different. Not in the dramatic, poetic way people say at baby showers. In the very real, Tuesday-morning way — where you come in from making coffee and your newborn’s face has somehow changed overnight, and you can’t quite remember what they looked like the day before. This is […]

Sometimes, growing your family isn’t nearly as straightforward as you had hoped. There are so many factors that can complicate your journey, and it can feel increasingly heartbreaking when you find yourself holding yet another negative test. If you are currently trying to navigate this road, one of the best things you can do is […]

The newborn stage is one of the shortest seasons you’ll ever experience as a parent, and somehow it always passes faster than expected. One minute they’re tiny and curled up on your chest, and the next they’re outgrowing newborn clothes and you’re wondering where the time went. A dad once told me, three years after […]

Throughout your pregnancy, your body is constantly stretching and expanding. All of a sudden, you have to accommodate a rapidly growing baby, and your belly is going to have to push aside a few organs to make it happen. If you want to get back to feeling your best, you might want to consider doing […]

Music is one of the most powerful tools we have. The right song can forge a connection with a total stranger or create a memory you’ll replay every time you hear that melody. Songs can help you remember information or feel kinship with those around you. And when you use music to help your child’s […]

I know this is the understatement of the year, but pregnancy is hard on your body. Each week, your baby is growing a little more, moving from the size of a grape to the size of a strawberry to the size of an apple. And through it all, you’re nervously looking ahead on your pregnancy […]

There are a lot of great backdrops around Raleigh for your family portraits, from the quiet trails to the bustling city. And while all of these are great options, I don’t know if there is a more magical location than the flower fields in Raleigh, NC. It’s the perfect spot to share a moment together […]

Every Mother’s Day, it feels like you have to deal with about a thousand different ads telling you what the mom in your life actually wants. She needs perfume! Slippers! A necklace that may or may not match the rest of her wardrobe! And while I’m sure none of that will hurt, let me tell […]

Now that the weather is starting to get nicer, it’s time to find every opportunity to soak it up! Whether you want to have a family day in the park or go for a hike nearby, there are so many ways to take full advantage of the comfortable temps. The best way? Grabbing some drinks […]