Birth story: Disclaimer: all of the images in this blog post were taken by the incredible STEENA ANNE PHOTOGRAPHY (steenaanne.com) Pregnancy was a perfect mix of ‘the good, the bad, the ugly’. The first trimester sickness and nausea and extreme exhaustion, the second trimester bliss that kept me feeling like I wanted to be pregnant forever…then that dreaded third trimester with a split pelvis keeping me nice and crabby on a regular basis. I was convinced she would come early

I'm a little late to the game on many of my blog posts! I want to send out a few quick re-caps for the ones i missed just to showcase some more images from each of these gorgeous sessions and the beautiful people I have the absolute privilege of working with! Back in July, I met the most tiny and adorable little Lila Jo. honestly "morning" sickness was kicking my butt that day and I was feeling so incredibly tired. but oh my gosh people, Lila is the most perfectly tiny litt

....and a solid name at that! No ones gonna mess with a little dude with a name like THAT! (or a mohawk like his, nonetheless!!) The Blacks are an amazing family! Their sweet kiddos, Elle Jay and Steiner are such loving big siblings to this little dude! His parents are the absolute best. The kind of people who are above and beyond kind and their love for Jesus is just explosive! Hanging out in their home was such a gift! Not only did I get to watch them interacting as a bran

okay, I have to be honest, I am pretty obsessed with this little baby girl. She is gorgeous and already seems to have a heart of absolute gold. Following her mom on social media literally gives me my baby fill every day watching sweet Nolin's smiles and little baby voice! Maya and I went to high school. Its so crazy that now, 7 years later, she is married with TWO beautiful kiddos! Speaking of- her son, Knox is hilarious!! He popped in and out during the session, showing u

As you may recall, my dear friend Brittany was the cutest pregnant lady in the whole wide world. But wanna know something cuter than a pregnant lady? A newborn baby joining his beautiful family after 9 months of great anticipation! Little Holden finally made his big appearance and life just isn't the same for his family! Not only did Jonny and Brittany become parents to two under two, but Oakley became a big brother! This little boy is in good hands and going to be a VERY lov

it's quite comical writing this post right now because...well...brittany is no longer pregnant and has THE cutest little baby! but...we will save THAT for another post combined with sweet little newborn wrinkles! but let me tell you about this maternity shoot! first off, brittany is one of my best friends. she is full of joy, she is a natural encourager, and one of those friends who is constant and consistent. she's a gem, thats for sure! not only that, but she has just the s