I'm still here, I'm still here! {Northern Virginia Baby Photographer}

So I figure this month I'll just post random images, favorites from client sessions that I come across while placing orders and archiving, or even some of my own kiddos. I'm not truly into my month off yet, as I still have one client session to proof (if you're reading this, it's you Ashley!) and several orders to place, but it's still nice to spend my weekends with the fam! I thought I'd bring in December with this little Santa's helper, isn't she a doll?

Thankful

I'm late doing a T-Day post but wanted to still say how incredibly thankful I am for all of the blessings in my life. I never take for granted all that I have, I'm thankful each day for how rich and fullfilling my life is. There are 6 reasons I am most thankful, 6 reasons I get out of bed on days when I'm tired, 6 reasons I work hard everyday, and look forward to each new experience. The first of the six is my amazing husband, I hit the jackpot when he fell in love with me, he's the most supportive husband and an incredible father. The other 5 changed me forever, are my full-time job, bring me so much joy, and are here in this snap:

1 year old cutie

Little A was such a good sport, loved being outside despite the cold, and just happy to play! I love lifestyle sessions, while there is a place for posing and backdrops, I just love capturing kids in their environment, being themselves! Thanks for having me over R family, enjoy your peek!



love love love the squat

6 months of love

This little guy, sooo cute I just wanted to squeeze him! He's almost 6 months and is teething so I was very impressed with how long he put up with our shenanigans. Thanks for having me over M family, enjoy your sneak peek!

Pretty 6 month old baby girl ~ Northern Virginia Baby Photographer

This is my third time photographing baby A, well actually the first time was from the outside of her mama's belly! She's grown so much since her newborn session and is so easy-going and happy! Enjoy your sneak peek, it was great to see you guys again!



Yes I made *another* hat with this yarn, I just love it!

6 month old baby E, getting so big! [Northern Virginia baby photographer]

I've watched this little man grow over the past 6 months, I did his newborn session and his 3 month session. I love seeing babies grow and change over the first year. See ya in 3 months buddy!

12 months apart

These 2 little ones are 12 months and 4 days apart, so neat! I'm sure they'll be the best of friends! I had fun following them around today and boy do they keep mom busy! They were so cute and behaved so well, you have two adorable babies mom! Thanks for having me over, enjoy your sneak peek!



I brought a couple of baskets for the baby but big brother loved them!

My one year old

Wow, it feels weird to type that. Yep, she's one now, and although I haven't edited any of the pictures I took from her bday or party, I have this one from today! This is a new "prop" I bought- I'm not really into props, but I loved this little ottoman. Also, the hat was knitted by the one and only... *me* lol, it's made with a super soft alpaca/wool yarn (I'm afraid I've developed a serious yarn addiction!). If anyone wants me to bring either of these (or any other hats/accessories you've seen in my images) to your session, just let me know! (I have quite a collection of newborn sized hats) :o)

Who says

Who says you can't get "newborn" looking poses from a 2 month old? Well ok, it's pretty hard, but thanks to a patient and skilled new mama and a cooperative little guy, we pulled it off! Baby "B" did not fuss one single time the entire session. Thanks for having me in your home S family, I hope you enjoy your sneak peek, there are many more to come!

First time doing this pose (baby's idea, thanks baby! lol), looove it!





And I have a bunch of him awake and happy too!

Baby S [northern virginia baby photographer]

This pretty little girl is the daughter of one of my dear friends (and former roommate, pre-marriage days). She's almost the same age as my Felicity so they have similar mannerisms and are so cute together!

3 month cutie [northern virginia baby photographer]

This family was so fun and relaxed, I enjoyed hanging out with them and taking pictures of their 3 month old baby girl. What I love about this age is that they are still little babies, but are so interested in everything and have more chub than the newborns! She has 2 adorable big brothers to watch out for her! She was very sweet & agreeable and then needed a nap! Thanks M family!

14 months [northern virginia baby photographer]

I just love 1 year olds, they are still "baby" but starting to cross over into toddlerhood. This little guy was so cute cruising around the park, I had a blast (and a work out) chasing him! Thanks for hanging out with me today "E" family! Here's your sneak peek!

Love love love

Felicity was 11 months old yesterday. I just don't know how this happened because I swear she was just born. I'm a little (ok alot) sad about this because this means that she'll be a year old next month, my last baby!

I just love and adore this baby girl, she's so sweet and so easy. She's a peanut, nothing like her sisters were, I'd be surprised if she weighs 15 lbs (we'll see at her 1 year appt) although she eats a ton! She also does not have a single tooth! The other kids started getting teeth at 6 months so this is so bizarre but I love it because I can pretend she's still a little baby all the better.

She is impossible to photograph these days as she's on the move constantly (started walking at 9 1/2 months) but I managed to get her attention for a few seconds this morning.



"talking" to me

The "babies"

These are the babies of our house. I think I'll call them "the babies" forever. Seems silly to call Kennedy a baby in a way, she's 2 1/2, has full conversations, is potty trained, and can hold her own, but she'll still always be one of the babies. She has a special place in my heart for many reasons. Then there's Felicity, who is the "baby baby" (as we called her in the womb), the actual baby of the family being the last born and final addition.

They are 19 months apart and actually get along pretty well so far (not much jealousy), but it's still nearly impossible to get a picture of them together, so I had to share this!

3 months

It always amazes me how much babies change in a couple of months. We did this little guy's newborn session when he was a month old and he was still sleepy and curly. Now he's 3 months old and is so lively and curious and happy. Thanks for playing with me today E! Can't wait to see what you're up to in 3 more months!

Felicity

I have her 9 month pictures that I need to go through but for some reason I love these. I snuck in when it was time for her to wake up and I love her sleepy face and tossled hair!

She loves to have her blankie wrapped around her hand and thumb in her mouth so I had to get a shot of that!