You truly never know what all you will need in the postpartum window but here is a list of items that I found helpful with my second birth. Side Cart -Since I had a c-section, I stayed on our recliner for a few days once I got home. It was so helpful to have a […]

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our second son, Jesse Lee Burdge. Born on May 23, 2025 | 20 inches long | 8 pounds 8 ounces We are adjusting as a family of three but our hearts are full of gratitude. Thank you to friends and family for all the love and care […]

This little family is the sweetest! I loved being their Ashburn VA Newborn Photographer. I took their newborn photos of their first little girl and it’s always such a joy watching babies become big siblings. Little sister was a dream and slept almost the entire session. Being an Ashburn VA Newborn Photographer I bring all […]

When you see those first two positive lines so many things immediately run through your head. Right away I wanted to find an OB or Midwife who I knew would be with us on our journey to parenthood. I recently asked my past clients who they used and recommended for the Best Places to Give […]

This Alexandria VA Newborn Session felt so cozy and full of joy. Sweet Isabelle was welcomed by her parents just one week before. She was absolutely perfect and I enjoyed capturing all her tiny details. In-home newborn sessions feel so gentle in the one place that everyone is most comfortable: home. During this Alexandria VA […]

These DC adoption newborn photos felt so sacred to me. These parents longed and prayed for many years for a baby. When you wait for something, it makes it even sweeter to receive it. I loved watching them looking at her…they were in such awe that she was finally here. She was theirs forever. There […]

Take a peak at this simple newborn session at home. I loved the bright natural light of this room. This first time mama was so patient and gentle with there little boy. He took some time to settle but she soothed him and in no time he was swaddled and happy. Children, even newborns follow […]

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 […]

This Washington DC newborn session felt so full of warmth and really sweet memories. I have photographed this family multiple times. It always feels so sweet watching a toddler take on the sweet role of big sibling. This big brother was so gentle and kind with his new brother. Little boys are just so incredibly […]

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 […]