Most people don't consider birth photography if they are having a planned c-section. In thinking back to my c-section, it was honestly a super-fast, crazy, blur after being in labor for twenty hours. I so wish I would have had someone there to document my entire experience, as it was my first baby and mom-brain has made me forget most of it. So I was pumped to be able to document this for a good friend from high school, on the birth of their second child. I was not allowed into the OR and little buddy had to take a quick elevator ride downstairs, as they thought he needed to be in the NICU. However, he changed his mind and decided he wanted mom and dad to hold him for the first time, and I got the chance to capture that with images and video. Any form of birth, be it a natural birth or planned c-section is a monumental and life-changing experience. There is so much that happens in that short amount of time, and it is easy to forget their tiny feet or the feeling that first time you get to have skin to skin. I am so in love with capturing birth stories and can't wait to provide these types of memories for so many new moms this coming year.  Congratulations, Joe and Jenna. He is nothing but perfect. <3

I met Sarah and Doug a few years ago when I got the chance to photograph their sweet baby girl, Harper. Since then, I have been documenting them growing together as a family, so I was honored when they asked me to photograph their wedding. I loved the way they focused the day on their love, while including Harper as a big part of it. It is so important to remember that you are still people who deserve to honor your other relationships, too, when you have children. Their ceremony was in a GORGEOUS church with giant stained glass windows. Holy cow was it pretty. It was a rainy day, but we all know that's lucky and you literally would never even have known based on the fun everyone was having! I mean...Sarah's dad is a pretty sweet dancer! I wish this family all the happiness and joy in the world and can't wait to see where life takes you next! <3<3<3

Blaise's parents reached out to me last minute, as this little man decided to make an early appearance, and I could not be happier to have met this sweet family. Being their first baby, this was a very special experience and I really wanted to capture all the tiny features that made Blaise unique in those first weeks of life. We kept the session very simple with neutral colors as well as some holiday cheer thrown in. I am so happy to have had this chance to photograph this beautiful family and I can't wait to see how Blaise changes and grows!

I loved meeting Ashley and her sweet bump (is that not the cutest, most perfectly shaped bump??). She had never had maternity photos done before and wanted to capture the experience this time. Moving from out of state, with a husband from LONDON (!!), she loved being able to incorporate the fall vibes in her session. I can't wait for this sweet baby's arrival!

I have loved, loved, LOVED having the chance to grow with September and her family over the past year. She is growing into one of the sweetest and happy little girls I have ever seen...and check out the dimple! I had such a blast creating a special girly autumn theme for her, and she loved her cake and bath! I can't wait to continue to capture the growth of this sweet little one. <3

Look at this sweet family and their newest addition, baby Milan! I wanted to try an outdoor newborn session to switch it up a bit and this little man made it so easy for me! I loved watching his big sister love on him the entire session. It made my heart so full! Congratulations, guys! Did we just become best friends?? YEP!

I loved having the chance to capture this family in the last week in their first home before moving. Lifestyle sessions are a great way to capture pure emotion and your family enjoying doing things they love together, rather than just sitting and smiling at the camera. I love the interactions you can capture in these types of sessions. So sweet! Thanks for letting me into your home and wrestling "elbow drops". :)