Hi there friend! I’m SO excited for summer time with the kids–the laid back schedule, the sunshine, and allll the outside playtime. As a mama of three that are ages 6 and under, I totally understand the challenge of finding kid friendly day trips that don’t require an all-day commitment. Luckily, the Sacramento area is […]

Before I was a maternity photographer… It’s true!! About 7 years ago when I was pregnant with my first baby. This was before I was a maternity photographer! I didn’t know what maternity dress to wear so I chose a dress I found that was pretty but I made some big mistakes:  What Was Wrong […]

Imagine waking up one week postpartum, the day of your newborn portraits, and you are personally really struggling. You’re super anxious, maybe experiencing sadness. (Hopefully this isn’t the case for you, but we all know this can be an experience for some mamas!) Now imagine you wake up with all this going on but today […]

Hi mama! Let’s talk about in-home lighting for your newborn portraits. I’ll be the first to tell you, as a natural light photographer, that the single MOST IMPORTANT factor in quality newborn portraits in-home is the light ✨.  I’m less concerned with which exact room we’re in, and all about harnessing the beautiful natural light in […]

As a newborn photographer, I’ve worked with a LOT of newborn mamas in the early days of newborn life. And let me say – with postpartum recovery, around-the-clock newborn care, breastfeeding, taking care of toddler siblings, and navigating family dynamics, new mamas are absolute superheroes. Which is why I wanted to add these special services […]

Capturing that perfect toddler portrait? Not exactly a walk in the park, I know this especially as a mama of three myself. I get the hesitation and anxiety—it’s a real struggle getting those little ones to play along! But hey, good news! I’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve to ensure every toddler portrait […]

Hey there! I wanted to take a quick second to tell you about the holiday event I hosted in the magical Apple Hill! Two dates, both set against the backdrop of a stunning Christmas tree farm – and let me tell you, it was a visual feast. The photos are giving me all the feels! […]

Hey there! I am really excited about these photos that I captured during our holiday studio petite session with the kids! We kept it short and sweet, just around 10 minutes, and boom, got these fantastic shots that I’m genuinely thrilled about. My plan is to frame them up and use them as our Christmas […]

Hey there, mama! Trusting your newborn to someone else can feel like the last thing you want to spend your limited emotional energy on! I completely understand the unease that comes with it. Your baby’s safety is of utmost importance, and I want to share how I prioritize their well-being throughout the entire portrait experience. […]

Hey friends! Having spent years working with expecting mamas and going through pregnancy myself three times in the last six years, I’m pretty familiar with the whole experience. When it comes to planning your maternity portrait session, I’ve got a few tips and tricks up my sleeve that I’d love to share with you! #1: […]