What is a "Fresh 48" Photography Session and Why You Should Do It!

When I was pregnant with Rufus, I sort of knew what a fresh 48 was. I got that the gist was a photography session in the hospital right after your baby is born. The only photos I had seen from fresh 48 sessions though, were of bloggers and influencers with their hair and makeup done (usually professionally) looking fresh and perfect and frankly, unattainable. At the time those images and the idea that Rufus would just be a little squishy maybe not cute newborn was enough to turn me off of the idea.

Five Reasons to Take Your Family Photos In Your Home

I shoot family sessions in a variety of locations. Although I will always go over what is best for your family once we are in contact, I want to share some information about each type of location in order to help you choose. Today I'll highlight the reasons to pick your own house as the session location. First of all, 99% of my newborn sessions are held at home. When it comes to newborn sessions, it is a pretty easy decision. However, having a newborn is not the only reason to have a family photography session in your home. Here are five more:

Family of Five Cozy Home Session Seattle

I had so much fun shooting Anna and Brian in their beautiful Seattle home. All of their children are absolutely beautiful, not to mention fun, silly, cuddly, and real. Oh, also, Brian has my childhood dream job of working with National Geographic! I think my favorite part of the session was seeing these older sisters, Nina and Mila…

New Family of Four

As soon as I stepped into Jordanne and Kevin's home I was blown away with their display of family photos! It made me so happy to see all of their pictures over the years hung up in their home. They also seemed so calm and together, despite having two children!

MacDonald Newborn Lifestyle Session | Ballard

I first photographed the MacDonald family in the fall. They had just moved to Seattle, WA from Atlanta, GA. Kirsten was pregnant, Kunal had accepted a new job. Adeleigh was on her way to toddlerhood. When I got the call that the time had come to meet the newest member of the family, James Everett b. 8lbs 4oz, I couldn't wait to see and hold him.

Heidi and Inez in Her Sweet Girly Nursery

I love these two so much. I photographed their beautiful family when Inez was a newborn, and it was a delight to go back to highlight this beautiful room that Heidi designed.