Blogs By a Northern VA Family  & Brand Photographer

Preschool is a pretty exciting stage for kids. Finally, they’re getting the chance to bond with others their age and gain some independence. This is their chance to prepare for the structure of elementary school while still getting to see that learning can be fun. One of the best ways to ensure your child’s transition […]

When you become a parent, you quickly become aware of everything that can go wrong. Suddenly, danger seems to be waiting in every corner, and all it takes is one news story to send you down an anxiety spiral. One of the best ways you can protect your family is to enroll in a class […]

For many parents, a home birth is one of the most profound experiences they can have. While there’s nothing wrong with choosing a hospital birth, a home birth allows you to deliver your baby in the space where you feel the most at peace. Plus, working with a midwife tends to give you more control […]

Finding an early childhood center for your child can be a pretty daunting task. Not only are you trying to sort through which spots have vacancies, but you’re also searching for a center where your child can develop a lifelong love of learning. There’s a good chance this is your child’s first experience in an […]

It doesn’t matter if you read all the books, talk to all the experts, or listen to all the podcasts. Nothing can prepare you for the postpartum stage. While you’re learning how to put a diaper on your baby, you’re also rocking some awesome mesh panties with witch hazel-soaked pads. It’s the definition of miserable […]

One thing you’ll hear again and again throughout your pregnancy is how beneficial breastfeeding is. Everybody from the nurses at the OB office to your mother-in-law’s third cousin tends to use your cute baby bump as a chance to extol its virtues. While breastfeeding is a fabulous choice, it can be extremely overwhelming when you […]

Everyone deserves to have the birth story that’s best for them. While many people are absolutely fine with hospital births, for others, it’s less than ideal. Hospital births have a reputation for being chaotic and loud. And while they tend to give you plenty of amenities, you’re stuck away from your comfortable home for several […]

There are a lot of inside jokes parents share, especially following pregnancy. Let’s face it. Birth can be a pretty intense process, and it can cause some unpleasant changes in your body. And while you’ll hear plenty of jokes about needing to cross your legs any time you sneeze, permanent bladder incontinence doesn’t have to […]

One of the toughest decisions you’ll make as a parent is finding a daycare for your child. You know all the things about your child that make them one-of-a-kind. Now, it’s up to you to find a daycare that honors this. If you’re currently looking for a McLean daycare, I would love to help by […]

Building a mini-wardrobe is one of the most exciting parts of having a baby. Look, obviously, you can’t wait to hold them in your arms and create lasting memories, but there’s something so fun about getting to indulge in stylish baby clothes. If you’re looking for a store that celebrates the whimsy of childhood while […]