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Newborn, Advice

Cloth Diapers Versus Disposable Diapers: Which Is Better?

Babies have been wearing diapers since the beginning of time. The cool thing about today’s day and age is that there are many kinds of diapers for babies! It’s no surprise that many parents choose to use cloth diapers, but is your choice really the right one? Now, cloth diapers versus disposable diapers may not […]

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Newborn, Advice

Lifestyle Versus Posed Newborn Photography: What’s The Difference?

Lifestyle versus posed newborn photography: Which is better? Welcoming a newborn into your family is such a special time in your life. You’ll want to remember these fleeting moments for a lifetime to come. As a Northern Virginia newborn photographer specializing in posed newborn photography, many of my clients don’t know what style of newborn […]

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Advice, Maternity

Top 5 C-Section Care Tips For Your Birth In Northern Virginia

Having a C-section, or cesarean delivery, can be an overwhelming experience for many mothers. It is a significant surgical procedure that requires careful post-operative care to ensure a smooth and healthy recovery. There’s truly no “fast” way to heal from a C-section. However, there are some essential lifestyle and C-section care tips that can help you! […]

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Advice, Newborn

4 Tips For Traveling With A Newborn In 2023

Traveling with a newborn is something that every mom tends to fear. Long car rides (or plane rides) with a newborn that isn’t used to such travel? The crying, discomfort, potty breaks, etc. It can feel like a lot. To make it even better (insert eye roll here), people tend not to be all too […]

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Advice, Maternity

Top 3 Morning Sickness Tips You Need to Know: Northern Virginia Maternity Photographer

Morning sickness…the first, and often the least favored, sign that you are pregnant! I know. I’ve been there with my own kiddo. Morning sickness is not only unpleasant, but it’s also uncomfortable, and it can drastically impact your day. Nobody wants to wake up, get sick, and then go to work. It’s awful. That doesn’t […]

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Advice, Newborn

4 Easy Ways To Baby-Proof Your House

Wondering how to baby-proof your house? Baby-proofing is about more than just locking your doors and windows. It is also about making sure that your home is safe for your little one. It includes keeping your baby away from sharp objects, harmful chemicals and poisons, sharp corners, and other potential dangers. However, for a first-time […]

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5 Vital Tips For Decorating Your Nursery In Northern Virginia

Want to learn the best tips for decorating your nursery? Nursery décor is an art form, so you can’t just slap some paint on your walls and call it a day. It takes patience, creativity, and love to create a nursery that’s truly yours. When you’re decorating your nursery, it’s important to make sure that […]

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Maternity, Advice

Top 5 Best Prenatal Massage In Northern Virginia

If you’re expecting a baby in Northern Virginia in 2023 and looking for ways to alleviate discomfort, improve circulation, and promote overall well-being, a prenatal massage might be just the solution. As a northern Virginia newborn photographer and mama myself, I can tell you how incredible it is to treat your body to this type […]

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Advice, Newborn

20 Must-Haves For Your Baby Registry

Something I love about being a Northern VA newborn photographer is that I get to share advice, tips, and tricks with new moms based on many conversations with my sweet clients over the years and my very own experiences as a mom. Did you know that nobody has any actual idea of what should be […]

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What Are Onboarding Sessions? A Top Northern VA Newborn Photographer Answers

As a Northern VA newborn photographer, I get a lot of questions regarding my onboarding sessions. I’ve noticed that a lot of people have it in their heads that onboarding meetings are essentially a sales pitch. Whereas that may be true for some photographers, it is definitely not the case for me. Onboarding meetings with […]

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