Real Sessions & Motherhood Advice Around the Bay Area

Help Toddlers to Cooperate During a Family Photo Session | Bay Area Photographer As a Bay Area family photographer and former elementary school teacher, I deeply understand the challenges of toddlers.  You probably already know that getting them to sit, smile, and cooperate can be a challenge.  Between being in a new environment and around […]

For many families, their first “baby” was one with four legs and a wagging tail.  Your pup may have been the center of your home as long as it’s been part of your family, and now your family is growing, and you’re getting ready for a newborn.  As a Bay Area newborn photographer, I’ve been […]

Bay Area Bakeries for Your Little One’s Smash Cake Photography Session One of the best trends in recent years is the smash cake. Can you imagine spending your entire life with chicken cubes and pureed green beans only to be handed an entire cake just for you? Honestly, I think all of us should get […]

One of the most incredible things about being a parent is watching your babies grow from angelic babes-in-arms to a little person waddling about and discovering the world first-hand. Of course, with mobility comes a range of opportunities to discover the curiosities within your home, not all of which are safe for tiny hands. But […]

If you’re thinking about having a pregnancy photo shoot, here are 8 Pregnancy Photo  Tips from a Bay Area Maternity Photographer (ME!) to help make sure your photos turn out beautifully. #1 – Location Pick a location that has meaning to you. It could be somewhere you and your partner love to go on dates, […]

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 […]