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WELCOME TO THE REFLECTIONS BLOG

Practical tips, stories, and more to simplify your motherhood journey

As a mom of 4 and family photographer of 20+ years, I’m here to help with tips, tricks, and specific recommendations for parents in the Niagara Falls, Ontario region.

Whether you’re expecting, a new mom, or a parent of young children, pour yourself a cup of tea and relax while you read.

What is a Baby-Led Photography Session?

If your child is nearing their first birthday, a lot of growing and learning is happening. Whether your child has taken their first steps or is a master crawler, they are likely on the move. You may wonder how it’s possible to capture the perfect first-year portrait of your sweet baby when they’re constantly moving and exploring. I’m here to share that…

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The First Year Collective

I created the First Year Collective offering to help my clients save time and money during the first 18 months of their baby’s life. It’s my most popular photography session series for parents, wrapped into one amazing package to serve you better! When you’re in the early stages of motherhood with your baby, it’s easy to get lost in the day-to-day…

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First Birthday Photo Sessions

What can you expect during your child’s one-year photo session? Here are a few of the adorable moments I can offer your little one during your time at the Reflections of Life studio: A cake smash, a bubble bath, standing, sitting and movement photos, sibling play photos, minimalist toys, family snuggle photos, beautiful wardrobe and naturally…

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You Are A Day-maker

You impact people wherever you go. You leave a legacy in the relationships you have and the love that you pour out. Everything that you do counts. Every smile. Every hug. Every encouraging word. Every cuddle. Invest your love in the lives around you because you’re creating a legacy that goes way beyond you. You impact people. You are a…

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Why You Need To Book A Baby Session

These classic baby session have a simple, clean style that I love so much. They focus on the gentle simplicity of little ones and their playfulness. Do you prefer the natural feel of a blank canvas room, with no backdrops and very few props? Do you love images that allow the focus to be on your quickly growing baby? Me too…

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Five Ways To Stay Creative

You and I were designed by the hands of the creator of heaven and earth. And He took the time to craft every single detail of our lives and breathe the most holy of breaths into our lungs. He is the One who paints the skies and can be found even in the syllables of the wind and the rain. In every moment, He is creating something. Even beyond what…

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Baby, Never Doubt Your Worth

Baby, you are and always will be my child. Baby, you are different from everyone else but different is not such a bad thing. Baby, you are so unique. Baby, you are so strong. Baby, if you ever have days when you feel like giving up know that I am here to help you. Baby, if you ever have days that you feel are the best ones know that…

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To Be Loved Is To Be Free

To be loved is to be free.  Remember when you were a child and you felt so very free?  Where you thought that if you jumped off the table, you could soar? And if you walked into a room, you were authentically yourself, without a care in the world. You were completely confident that you were loved. Let’s get back to that place today…

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