Real Sessions & Motherhood Advice

After you get past that initial excitement of that positive pregnancy test, all of a sudden, you are struck with the realization that one way or another, you are going to have to deliver this baby. Labor can be a scary topic filled with unknowns. So, as you head into that date, it helps to […]

Working with a doula has the power to transform your entire pregnancy and delivery experience. They are going to provide you with unconditional support while serving as your fiercest advocate. Then, once your baby arrives, they can continue to stick around and guide you through the tenuous newborn stage. As a Peoria newborn photographer, I […]

Not to state the obvious, but nothing destroys your pelvic floor quite like having a baby. You can quickly go from running marathons to being unable to run five steps without a little embarrassment. If you want to ditch the dysfunction and get back to feeling like yourself, pelvic floor therapy is a must! With […]

Pregnancy tends to be a season filled with unknowns. Your body is constantly changing, and you never know what’s normal or what needs attention ASAP. At the same time, you are creating your birth plan and noticing there are a whole lot of ifs filling the page. If you could use someone to chat with […]

Your placenta is pretty miraculous if you think about it. It’s putting in long hours, growing and sustaining your baby while providing them with all the nutrients they need. Why let all that goodness go to waste once your baby is born? Enter placenta encapsulation. This trusted process is going to give you those vitamins […]

Kids tend to get injured a lot. From the early toddler stumbles to those big kid leaps on the playground, it feels like there is always a new reason to reach for the Band-Aids. And unfortunately, those bumps and bruises can start from the very beginning following birth trauma. If you want to make sure […]

Between you, me, and the carnage on the playroom floor, your child has a lot of energy. Maybe just a little too much energy. If you need the perfect way to keep them entertained without your home being destroyed, I would love to introduce you to the Peoria Playhouse. As a Peoria milestone photographer, I […]

Breastfeeding can be such a rewarding experience, but that doesn’t mean you won’t face some challenges along the way. During this season, things like clogged ducts or painful nipples can become a fixture as you try desperately to make it work. If you could use a little bit of help, you need to find a […]

The first few years of parenthood aren’t for the faint of heart. It turns out most kids have a love for the dangerous, whether they are leaping from the top of the couch or making friends with the most visibly sick kid on the playground. You need a pediatrician ready to tackle general care as […]

Your child’s smile means the world to you. It lights up the room and brightens up every photo they take. Unfortunately, taking care of that adorable grin is its own challenge. Getting them to brush their teeth can become a friendly wrestling match, with them running away three seconds in. And flossing? Well, at least […]