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What Should You Bring to a Newborn Session? And What I Provide
If you're getting ready for your newborn photography session, you may be wondering: “What on earth am I supposed to bring?” The baby? Obviously. Diapers? Yes… but probably not as many as you think. The entire nursery? Absolutely not. 😂 One of the things I hear from...
What If Your Toddler Refuses to Take a Newborn Sibling Picture?
If you're expecting a new baby and you already have a toddler at home, there is a very good chance you've already thought about the sibling pictures. Maybe you've seen all those beautiful newborn photographs of an older brother or sister gently holding the new baby,...
The Truth About Cake Smash Sessions: Your Baby Probably Won’t Eat the Cake 😂
Spoiler alert: Your one-year-old may not actually smash the cake. And that's completely okay! If you're planning a cake smash session, you may have visions of your baby's adorable little hands covered in frosting, their face buried in cake, and the biggest, happiest...
Is My Baby Too Old for Newborn Photos?
One of the phone calls and emails I receive most often begins with the same sentence: "I think we missed the window…" Maybe your little one arrived earlier than expected. Maybe you spent extra time in the hospital. Maybe life simply became a blur of feedings, diapers,...
When Should I Book My Newborn Session?
One of the questions I receive almost every day is: "When should I book my newborn session?" The simple answer is: During your seventh or eighth month of pregnancy. As an Olympia newborn photographer, I accept only a limited number of newborn due dates each month so...
What If My Baby Won’t Sleep During Their Newborn Session?
One of the most common questions I hear as an Olympia newborn photographer is: "What if my baby won't sleep during their newborn session?" It is such a common concern that I can almost guarantee most parents worry about it before they walk through my studio doors. The...
Outside Newborn Pictures — Created Safely Inside the Studio
One of the most common things I hear from parents is about outdoor newborn pictures done in studio is: “We absolutely LOVE the outdoor newborn images in your gallery… but how do you actually do them?” Or: “How are we supposed to get to the beach/meadow/forest with a...
Olympia Newborn Photography | Outdoor-Inspired Newborn Session with Sibling
There is something incredibly special about welcoming families back into my studio. Especially when it’s to capture a brand new chapter in their story. This beautiful Olympia newborn photography session was extra meaningful. I first met this sweet family two years ago...
Is Newborn Photography Safe? What Every Parent Should Know
The biggest fear new parents have when booking a session isn’t about outfits.It isn’t about price.It isn’t even about whether baby will sleep. It’s this: “Will my baby be safe?” Your newborn is tiny. Fragile. Brand new to the world. The thought of placing them in...
Why the First 14 Days Matter More Than You Think (and What Parents Always Miss)
Those first days with your newborn are fleeting in a way no one truly prepares you for. The quiet stretches, the curled fingers, the way your baby fits so perfectly against you—it all changes faster than you expect. As an Olympia newborn photographer who has worked...