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As a photographer, I’ve learned that family stories are rarely told in just one chapter. It is truly incredible to see all the growth that happens during those first few years of parenthood–both in our little ones and ourselves! One day, you’re announcing your pregnancy, and before you know it, you’re chasing a curious toddler […]

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Roscoe Village newborn photographer; newborn photographer near me

I photographed so many precious newborns this past fall, and I couldn’t have been happier. Each session reminded me why I adore lifestyle photography—the focus on connection, emotion, and the beauty of real life. One session that stood out was baby Elliotte’s in-home newborn session. As a lifestyle newborn photographer, my mission is to preserve […]

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motion blur photography

Oh, baby Nora! From the moment I stepped into her family’s Roscoe Village home, I knew this session would be one for the books. Nora is the absolute sweetest baby girl, and her candid newborn session overflowed with love, warmth, and the coziest touches that made everything feel so uniquely them. There is something so magical about […]

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Lifestyle newborn photography

Some stories are extra special to document, and this one will forever hold a warm spot in my heart. Baby Garrett’s in-home newborn session in Roscoe Village was more than just another photoshoot—this was a full-circle moment for me. Let me take you back for a second. Emily is my best friend’s little sister, and […]

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family and newborn picture ideas

Time really does fly, doesn’t it? It feels like just yesterday Kelsey and I were sharing laughs in our college sorority, and now here we are with growing families of our own. Life has come full circle, and watching her journey has been such a joy. She and her husband recently welcomed their sweet baby […]

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baby registry essentials; Chicago newborn session

He’s here, he’s here! Baby Jordan made his debut just a week after his parents moved into their new home in Oak Park. What a whirlwind of a time for this sweet family. I adored capturing their studio maternity session and was so excited to meet their baby boy. And oh my, what a precious bundle of […]

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At-home newborn photos

Almost two years ago, I visited Jamie and Jose with their new baby boy, Ben, for his lifestyle newborn photography session. He was oh so snuggly and precious, and I loved watching them blossom in their new roles—baby Ben included! Fast forward to the arrival of their newest addition, Sam. Now, Ben is a beaming […]

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Chicago newborn session

He’s finally here! I captured Kendal’s maternity portraits what-seems-like yesterday, and baby Brooks has made his grand debut! When I first captured Kendal and Jake in 2018 for their engagement session, I would have never dreamt that I would have the joy of photographing them five years later as they started their family. As I […]

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