Mayra contacted us to book a newborn session for her daughter due in October. I have a special place in my heart for October babies... it might have a little something to do with the fact that two of my own children were born in October, my grandmother's birthday is in October, and MY birthday is in October. October just miiiiiiight be my favorite month of the year.

Mayra asked if she could use the studio wardrobe because she couldn't fathom the idea of going shopping for something, and also wanted to add on hair and makeup services. I assured her we would find something for her in the wardrobe, and we arranged for her HMUA to be at the studio on her newborn session date as well. You have enough things going on with a newborn: if you want to add on hair and makeup, the only thing you need to do is tell us and show up on your session date. We'll take care of all the scheduling details for you!

When Mayra and her husband Brent arrived with baby Ava, I had several wardrobe options pulled for her. She tried a few on and fell in love with a lace dress. I actually love the texture and simplicity of lace, although I don't wear it myself often. With three kids it's not the most practical choice! Choosing the right lace is essential for a look that's not overly fussy or prissy. The pieces we have in our wardrobe are timeless and feminine. If lace isn't your thing, not to worry! You can bring clothing from home, and we have so many other options without a shred of lace in sight. Brent had also brought along a few shirts from his closet. I can tell you that pretty much every dad who walks into my studio brings at least three different options. Once we've chosen what mom should wear, I simply make my suggestion as to which is the best choice. We send out a prep guide in advance of your session as well that gives you suggestions as far as colors, patterns, and textures when choosing from your closet.

I started photographing sweet little Ava while Mayra was in the hair and makeup chair. Mayra requested the use of some of our dainty bows and tiebacks. You won't find headbands with flowers the size of Texas in my studio. That's just not my thing, and anything I choose for your baby girl will complement her skin tone and be proportionate to her head size. As I was finishing up with Ava, Mayra was still in the chair getting the final touches on her hair. We started the session with Brent and Ava for some daddy and daughter shots. To this day, I think he's one of the most visibly happy and proud fathers I've had in the studio and I absolutely love their series of images together. Mayra stepped in for some whole family images, and we wrapped up the session in about thirty minutes.

I loved working with this family - here are a few of my favorite images from their baby girl's newborn session!

Macro image collage of sleeping, newborn, baby, girl features, nose, eyelashes, ear, fingers, toes and hair.

Sleeping, newborn, baby, girl, with her arms above her head, wrapped in a waffle weave blanket.

Image of a sleeping, newborn, baby, girl, with a leaf headband, wrapped up, with her hands sticking out.

Image of a sleeping, newborn, baby, girl, with a delicate rosebud tie back in her hair, wrapped in the egg pose.

Image collage of a newborn, baby, girl, wrapped in a pink wrap, with her hands and her feet sticking out, wearing a pearl headband in her hair.

Side by side images of a sleeping, newborn, baby girl, on her stomach with a rosebud headband in her hair.

Up close image of a sleeping, newborn, baby's face.

Image of a sleeping, newborn, baby, girl, wrapped in the egg pose.

Side by side images of a new mother, holding her newborn, baby, girl, looking down at her and smiling.

Image collage of a new father, interacting with his newborn daughter.

Image of a father, holding his newborn daughter, up in his hand while she looks up at him.

New parents looking down and smiling at their newborn, baby daughter,  cradled in her father's arms.

Images of a new mom, in a lace dress, sitting in a chair and holding her newborn, baby, daughter, up in her arms.

Image of a newborn, baby, girl, laying on her mother's shoulder, looking at the camera.

Image collage of a new mother, cradling her newborn, baby, daughter in her arms and smiling.

Side by side images of a mother holding her newborn, baby, daughter, as her husband looks on and smiles.

Side by side images of a new mother, laying on a bed, and kissing her newborn, baby, daughter.

If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!