Baby L | Birth

It is always an honor to be welcomed into a birth space. I do not take that invitation lightly. And to be asked back in again, it honestly brings on all the feels. I photographed the birth of this couple’s first daughter almost 2 years ago. I posted a birth calendar update and not long after I received a panicked text saying she was almost in tears. My response “Tell me you’re pregnant?! :)” She then proceeded to tell me that she saw I was booked for the month of her due date. Turns out, she was due THE DAY before my sister’s wedding (which I was MOH for) We made a deal that she wouldn't have her baby that day and thank goodness baby girl listened!

The next morning, October 12th, we kept chatting back and fourth. Things weren’t progressing as quickly as she was hoping so she said to hold off on heading to the hospital. 4 mins after that text, “Definitely come! 7 cm 100% effaced” Precisely 1 min after that I was in my car and “On my way!” I’ve reached the half way point of my drive and ding oh who am I kidding.. my birth client’s text tone is more like EHH! EHH! EHH!!

“Speed!!!!!”

Yup. Five exclamation marks.

I remained calm and continued to drive the speed limit.. * wink wink * I call Crouse and explain the situation, asking to use their valet parking. To which they graciously obliged. At the stop light I whip out my camera and put on my lense. Once I got there they even had an elevator held for me. I race up to the 7th floor and am honestly just hoping I don’t hear a baby crying once I get to her room. I walk in and thankfully, mama is still pregnant!

About a half hour later, “It’s a girl!” <3

I am so thankful that I was able to be there for this birth. And while Dad says 2 is the magic number, I’ll be over here hopping for baby #3. ;)

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Mackenzie | Maternity

Since I realized I hadn’t shared any of these images yet.. It made me remember my blog (which I have clearly been neglecting) ! SO, here is me making up for my lack of sharing, by giving you a whole lot more from this session then I would have on Facebook!

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Nicole | Maternity

There was so much to love about this session. It was full of love and laughter, excitement and remembrance. I cannot wait to be there to document the arrival of their sweet little rainbow baby next month.

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Daphne | Newborn

I always love when people come back to me for a second newborn session. I photographed Daphne’s (little) big sister, Everly, almost 4 years ago! There were way too many images from this session that I loved so a blog was a must! Oh these girls!<3

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Cora | Birth

Mary and Keelan went 42 weeks before meeting this miracle baby. But that doesn’t even compare to how long they waited to know one was on the way. They called this unknown gender baby “baby bacon”. As previous vegetarians they we're encouraged by their fertility doctor to try the Keto diet before starting treatment. After a month, they were pregnant! This story just blows my mind. And while they may be on strike from ever eating bacon again, I’m sure they can agree it was worth the try!

The room was full of tears as dad caught his own baby and announced that they had a little girl. This was seriously the best way I can think of to have ended 2018. Thank you Mary and Keelan for choosing me to document this life changing moment for you guys. Cora is perfect.

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If you are looking for a family centered birth experience I highly recommend you checking out Syracuse midwives and St. Joseph’s hospital.

Waylon | Birth

There was something about this birth that really struck a chord for me. It may have been the way I watched Joe dote upon Morgan as she labored for hours upon hours. Or the fact that they had waited 4 years for this moment. Then listening to Morgan’s mom choking up as she prayed over the labor and the three of them, I almost lost it. It felt like a little glimpse into the future. The moments I hope to share with my own daughters some day. Here are a few of my favorite images from this beautiful experience.

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Naomi | Maternity

Karsyn’s due date is quickly approaching! (and he seems like he might even make an early appearance) Gracie was one of my first births to photograph and I am so thrilled to be able to document her baby brothers arrival as well. We can’t wait to meet you Karsyn!

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Autumn | Maternity

Guys, I always fall off this blogging bandwagon. I was thinking I would make it a New Years resolution. But! Why do I need to wait for a day to start a good habit. Anyways, here’s me committing to blog as often as possible. Who knows how long it will last in this busy season. haha

Check out Kyler, Autumn and her perfect baby #5 bump!<3 It’s been 3 weeks since I did this session and we have already checked Greyson’s birth and newborn photos off the list too!

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