Real Sessions & Motherhood Advice

A good playground is worth its weight in gold!  From the moment your baby takes their first steps through the restless elementary stage, this spot is going to be there for it all! It will be the place where your child gets out all of their pent-up energy or makes friends who will stick around […]

Parenting is the toughest job out there! From navigating those early tantrums to getting through traumatic moments, it’s only natural to need some help along the way. Luckily, we have tons of experts ready to get you through every challenge for a happier, healthier home life! As a Peoria maternity and newborn photographer, I spend […]

Preschool is such an exciting time for your child! They have spent the past several years as your constant shadow, growing as you guided them along. Now, it’s their chance to get out there on their own and gain some independence. From finding friends to falling in love with learning, this is a stage filled […]

A good toy store is truly one of parenthood’s best tools. It seems like there is always an occasion to find something new, whether you are rewarding your child for a job well done or buying a gift for their friend’s birthday. By sticking with a local toy store, you get to spend your money […]

Pregnancy is a season that tends to be defined by lots of aches and pains. Your body has been hard at work growing your little one, and you could really use a break right about now! If you are looking for the best form of self-care, you should consider booking regular prenatal massages. Not only […]

Throughout your pregnancy, one of the best things you can do for yourself is stay active. Unfortunately, that’s way easier said than done. You are dealing with so much fatigue and soreness that even getting off the couch feels downright impossible! If you need a gentle way to get moving, it might just be time […]

Baby showers are one of the sweetest events you can have on your calendar. This is your chance to spoil the new mom in your life, both with your advice as well as the products you know will completely change their lives. If you are in charge of planning a shower, the very first step […]

Finding a daycare tends to be a stressful endeavor. Since the moment you first held them in your arms, you have spent all of your time learning everything there is to know about your unique child. Now, it’s time to find the daycare you are confident will be a safe space for them to learn […]

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 […]