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Practical advice for the season you’re in.

Real sessions from the Reflections studio, honest advice for new and expecting moms, and everything you need to know before booking your newborn or family photos in Grimsby and the Niagara Region.

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How Long Does a Newborn Photography Session Last and Why?

A full-service newborn photography session is a beautiful experience for your whole family.  At Reflections Photography, we want your newborn session day to be a wonderful memory for your family and suggest setting aside the day for your experience. Take this day to soak in your newborn and celebrate your growing family. 

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What Happens if Your Newborn Doesn't Sleep During the Session

There is so much to do and prepare when you’re expecting a baby. I never want you to stress about your upcoming newborn photoshoot. I’m always happy to answer any of your questions. Please know that as an experienced newborn photographer and a mom of four, I’ve seen it all. It’s extremely rare for a newborn portrait session not to go well. It’s actually challenging for me to think of a recent one that didn’t go well.

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The Perks of a Baby Studio Session

Cherish each of your baby’s milestones without any of the stress of planning. As moms, we put so much pressure on ourselves to make sure everything is perfect for our children. We want to make sure that everything is taken care of for them so they never have to worry.

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7 Ways to Slow Down and Enjoy Motherhood

Motherhood is a journey, and we get to choose the pace. If you’ve ever wished you could slow down time or felt like time with your child is just going by way too fast, this is for you. I’m not a parenting expert, but as a mom of four, I’ve learned a few things along the way. 

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Why Mommy and Me Six-Month Baby Sessions Are the Best

Mommy and me six-month milestone sessions are oh-so-sweet. After the blur of the newborn stage, you and your baby enter infanthood. Your sleepy, snuggly newborn is suddenly more awake and active. By six months, you’ve made it half a year raising your baby. Both of you have grown so much over since the birth, and this milestone deserves to be documented.

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How to Feel Less Awkward in Front of the Camera

Do you feel awkward being in front of the camera? You are far from alone. In fact, I think many of my clients would say that they feel awkward in front of the camera. It’s a concern that gets brought up during my initial consult during the photography booking process.

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