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I have gathered the top 6 recommended books to help prepare your toddler for a new baby that thousands of parents have used in this big transition. Books are a great way to prepare your toddler for a new baby.  It not only brings difficult topics up for open discussions, but it also gives examples […]

As an Overland Park newborn photographer, I specialize in capturing easy and relaxed in-home newborn sessions that are family centered. As an expecting parent, I know it can be hard to know what the best photographer for your baby is!  Here are 7 reasons why having an in-home newborn session may be perfect for your […]

As a Kansas City professional photographer, I know one of the most difficult parts of having a photography session is finding what to wear!  Whether you have maternity, family-centered newborn, or family photography sessions, I help each of my clients one on one find the perfect outfits for everyone included in their session, including moms!  […]

Lifestyle photography in Kansas City is a popular form of photography that focuses on capturing everyday moments and activities in natural settings. As a lifestyle photographer specializing in capturing growing families from pregnancy through your baby’s first year, I know that a lifestyle photography session is not only a memorable way to capture your family’s […]

These are the top 3 things you should know before hiring a photographer in Olathe KS, for your maternity or newborn session. When expecting parents discover, they will be parents, their minds turn to everything they’ll need for their newborn child. Among those items are a crib, bassinet, and car seat. But what about the […]

After years of doing family photography in Joplin, MO, I learned the importance of families booking their photographer early. Did you know there are about 2.4 million families in Missouri?  Although there seems to be a photographer around each corner, most experienced photographers book up quickly with families wanting their yearly family photos, especially around […]

As a Kansas City baby photographer, I love creating family-centered newborn sessions filled with natural, meaningful moments, resulting in some of the most beautiful, unique photographs of your family celebrating the arrival of your little one! While I always create a custom photography flow based on your family dynamic and what is important to you, […]

One of the most asked questions for expecting moms nearing their due date is what is the best hospital packing list for their hospital bag.  I have made an ULTIMATE list from what hundreds of moms suggested ranging from minimalist to extras that moms thought were nice to have. Here is the ultimate hospital packing […]

Are you looking for the best Cox pediatricians in Springfield MO? Finding a great pediatrician to trust with your child’s health can be difficult. I ran a survey in a local mom group to find the most recommended Cox Pediatricians in Springfield, MO. These top 5 local pediatricians are all known for their amazing communication, […]