{Perfect Sunday Afternoon} Irving- Dallas- Coppell Birth Photographer

I got a call yesterday evening saying that this mama was in early labor, but she kindly waited until this morning to call anyone to come. Yeah for a full night's sleep! She was absolutely stunning. She was totally calm and peaceful and did wonderfully. Her support team (awesome hubby, a great doula, and two outstanding midwives) were there by her side thru it all and she just did great.

We were all excited to find out that it was a boy! One of the cutest moments though is when his big sister comes in the meet him and someone asks her what she thinks of her new brother and she replies, "I have a big nose." LOL! I think it was followed with a comment on how little his nose was, but no one heard it over the laughter. Gotta love the thoughts of a two year old. Ok, now the good stuff!!



All hands on deck!





This is one of my favs of the whole birth. He literally came out, went on mom's chest, lifted up his head, and looked at mom and dad. AMAZING. I love homebirth. Sigh.





Big sister!



The whole family for the first time...



I loved this wrinkle face...



Gazing into mom's face...



Safe in Dad's arms...





Perfect tiny toes...

{Baby Belly and Curls} Mesquite- Garland- Dallas Maternity Photographer

I love doing maternity sessions. I just think mama's look so incredibly beautiful when they are expecting. This mama in particular looked amazing and was up for anything! We got some beautiful images with her daughter, who has outstanding curls. Seriously. I was totally covetting her hair! I am also really excited because they are doing the Belly, Birth and Baby package, so look forward to birth and baby sneaks too.











The last but not the least. I adore this one. Nursing has been a huge part of my life every day of the last 5 years. It goes so fast. Cherish every minute of this beautiful relationship. I loved capturing this moment in it's purity.

{Smiley Girl- Again} Dallas- Irving- Grapevine Family Photographer

I went to title this post "Smiley Girl" when I realized that the title of this sweet girl's three month session was already titled that! I am seeing a trend here ;)

So she was, once again, one of the happiest and easy going babes I get to work with. Even when she is tired, it is a piece of cake to make her smile. We thought it was amazing when she fell asleep at the three month session. But it was shocking when she did so at our 6 mth session! Hope you guys enjoy your sneak peaks... it is always a pleasure!

{So patient} Denton- Lewisville- Flower Mound Maternity Photographer

This lovely mama volunteered to stand for hours while I practiced my studio lighting set up. I am a natural light lady at heart but figured I would give studio lighting a trial run. I am relatively pleased thus far! She was so beautiful and patient while I made her stand, move, and swell up in all her beautiful 40 week glory. Thanks again hon! Hope you enjoy these!

{Wide Awake} Plano- Allen- Murphy Newborn Photographer

I had the joy of photographing one of my great friend's new addition. It is always so fun to cuddle a baby, but even more fun when you know his little family! This little man has slept well every day... except the day I come! Figures. The great thing though is that he was totally great. He was happy to just lay there while I did my thing. We did eventually get him to sleep. Oh and you all have to watch for some new additions from his wonderfully talented mama. She does my knitting!! I have an amazing new hat coming up soon!

We'll start with the silly one and one of my favs! This was the beginning of a sneeze.











This well loved pouch was made by his mama!

{Love is in the air} February Mini Sessions

That is right! Time for February's mini sessions. February 6th, 1-4pm, 5 digital images and 15 minute sessions. They will be held at my favorite place ever (and the only green park around) in Highland Park near downtown Dallas.

First come, first serve! Contact me by email or by phone to reserve your spot. Total due upon booking. Spots won't last long and are limited, so don't wait!



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{Quite the attraction} Arlington- Grapevine- Southlake Child Photographer

I had the fun of getting to see this little girl again for her three month session. She had gotten so big already! Due to the cold weather, we headed to the Gaylord and found some beautiful little spots to photograph this family. She was in quite the mood and would not smile for me, but I held firm and we got some darling ones. She even happened to fall asleep and we got her in a basket. She was quite the attraction there! We had people coming up and asking to take pictures with her! LOL! It was great.

Enjoy you guys!







My two favs from the session...

{A Christmas Eve Jinglebelle} Mckinney- Plano- Denton Birth Photographer

I had the honor of being there when this family planned to bring "Jinglebelle" into this world. It was a planned homebirth and this little baby decided to surprise us be being breech during labor. As circumstances worked out, I wasn't able to photograph her birth. I did get the chance to capture all the lovely moments that led up to it and then go back for a newborn session this last week. She is just beautiful and her family loves her more than any I have ever seen. I mean, ADORE her. She is a lucky girl and they are so blessed to have her as well. I love you guys and am grateful to have been there through it all! Enjoy these special moments...

Before the Texas freeze hit... it was 75 and the Ice Cream man drove by!







What a team...



Almost no longer the baby!



Last family photo with Jinglebelle on the inside!





Eventually, even the most steadfast will fall ;)







Meet Jinglebelle!









The new family photo!