I’m excited to share with you all my 5 top prenatal care items! When I found out I was expecting our first baby I was so excited! But then I suddenly felt overwhelmed. I wanted to care for my body -and now a second little body- the very best I could. But I wasn’t sure […]

One question I get asked frequently as a DC maternity photographer is when to schedule your maternity session. You can truly take your maternity photos any time but there is an ideal window that I recommend. Between 27-34 weeks is the best time to schedule your maternity session. Here are several reasons why I recommend […]

As I enter my second pregnancy, I’ve thought so much about postpartum care for mothers. I have photographed newborns for over ten years. This also means I am around a lot of postpartum mothers. I listened to this book – The First Forty Days – on audible a few years ago as I was trying […]

A winter maternity session can feel daunting with the cold weather. I promise though, it’s always worth it! I met my clients at the stunning Glenview Mansion in Maryland on the coldest day of the year. The mansion has beautiful grounds even in the winter. From the sprawling gardens to the elegant porch with tall […]

Washington DC offers the most romantic and lovely locations for spring photo sessions. Maternity sessions are my favorite to photograph in the spring but I also enjoy family and outdoor newborn sessions. There are a few things to keep in mind when planning for your spring session. Here is a list of my favorite locations […]

I’m officially 21 weeks today. It’s so rewarding seeing the time count down. I’m not sure if it’s because it’s my second pregnancy or that I am distracted with a toddler but time feels like it’s flying by.  We’ve decided to not find out our baby’s gender this time. There aren’t many true surprises in […]

Babies are being born all year long. I have lots of clients who ask if they are able to still take their family photos during the winter months. Here in DC we don’t always get snow but the weather does get very cold. There are many outdoor locations I recommend if it’s not too chilly […]

This maternity session in DC felt so whimsical. It had just started to mist when I met my clients, giving us the perfect lighting for their maternity session. We started at the Botanical Gardens in DC and then walked across the street to the Bartholdi Fountain. I love this location! It gives you blooming flower, […]

I can be hard to decide on what to wear for your maternity session. I always suggest starting with the mother’s outfit and then building from there for the other family members. Here are a few of my favorite plus size maternity dresses. They range from various styles and prices but all photograph beautifully. Christy […]

This maternity session in DC was simply lovely! I think gardens are the perfect location for a maternity photo shoot. The new life blooming all around and the gentle feel that gardens gift us. Bloom and a growing belly make images feel soft and dreamy. The Bishop’s Garden a the National Cathedral is a hidden […]