Real Sessions & Motherhood Advice Around the Bay Area

Expecting a new baby comes with plenty of exciting preparations and milestones. Still, one of the most exciting is setting up the nursery your baby will call home. It’s the room where cuddles and lullabies come to life, and play and story time are paramount as they grow. It’s important to keep in mind that […]

Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most meaningful milestones.  A newborn photo session is a beautiful way to preserve those first fleeting days.  If you’re expecting your baby in Antioch or the greater Bay Area, may be wondering what a professional newborn photo session is really like – and how to prepare.  The […]

Building blocks, riding bikes, doll houses…so many toys, so little time! The best part about being a kid is being able to play all day long. Whether you are looking for outside toys, educational toys, or the perfect gift for a little one in your life, these Bay Area toy stores have something for everyone! […]

As a Brentwood fine art newborn photographer, I know that a fine art newborn photo session is one of those experiences that stays close to your heart long after the baby stage passes.  As parents, we blink and our tiny newborn suddenly grows into curious toddlers.  Those first days when their fingers are so tiny, […]

As a Brentwood maternity photographer, I have seen that taking care of your health should always be a priority, especially if you are expecting or planning to do so soon. While eating healthy, getting enough exercise and plenty of water, and taking the right vitamins are all great starts. It doesn’t replace the benefits of […]

  Thinking about having a pregnancy photo shoot?  As a longtime San Francisco Bay Area maternity photographer, I’ve photographed countless glowing mamas and their families. A maternity session is a beautiful way to capture your journey into motherhood, and with the right preparation, your photos can become heirlooms you’ll treasure forever.  Whether you’re planning your […]

Before You Book Your Bay Area Newborn Photographer… So, you’re having a baby soon (or you just had a baby), congratulations! Now it’s time to start thinking about capturing all those precious newborn moments. But before you hire a photographer, there are a few things you should consider. Here are questions to ask before you […]

A great children’s store is something we shouldn’t take for granted. Never underestimate the ability to feel how soft a piece of fabric may be, piece together the perfect gift basket in person, or get excellent one-on-one help from an expert. Sure, online shopping is convenient. Still, it will never replace the experience of in-person […]

If you’ve ever seen adorable photos of a one-year-old covered in frosting, laughing with a tiny cake in front of them — that’s a cake smash session! These fun, messy, joy-filled photoshoots are the perfect way to celebrate your baby’s first birthday milestone. As a fine art newborn and child photographer in the Bay Area, […]

As a Bay Area maternity photographer, I’ve seen how bellies full of babies and hearts full of anticipation benefit when moms take time to pause. But it’s not just during pregnancy that we need a reset. Whether you’re nurturing a newborn, managing toddler chaos, or guiding teens into independence, motherhood demands so much of you. […]