Some stories really do come full circle. I first met this family when their oldest son was just a few months old at my first annual Flower Farm Mini Session. Since then, I’ve had the joy of seeing them for some wonderful milestone photos as their family grew—first one boy, then two, and now, a brand-new little sister.


I’ll never forget their fall family photo session in 2024 when in the middle of photos, they pulled out a tiny “mic drop” onesie to announce baby number three. Big brothers had the classic “original” and “remix” shirts to go with it. We all laughed about how, with their track record, it had to be another boy. A few weeks later, after their final gallery had already been delivered, the mom messaged me to ask if I could add a little pink to one of their photos because surprise… this time they were welcoming a girl!

A family stands on grass with their brown dog wearing matching black and white t-shirts in an outdoor setting.
A family and their brown dog pose together on grass with colorful flowers blooming in the background.
Small child lying on white blanket outdoors in sunlight surrounded by green summer foliage.
Loving family embraces on couch while young child holds newborn baby sibling in white sweater.
A family relaxes together on a gray couch with their golden retriever wearing a plaid bandana.
Parent and child share a tender bonding moment with cuddles and kisses while wearing casual attire.
Three small children lying on a white blanket wearing matching black shirts with contrasting text.
Two people share a tender moment in golden hour lighting while wearing yellow overalls and brown attire in a forest setting.
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Their session took place in their beautiful home, the one they built with plenty of space for their family of five (plus their lovable pup). Photographing them there felt so fitting. Their walls already had prints from past sessions, telling the story of how far they’ve come.


Like most families with toddlers, the day was lively and full of energy… and a few tears as the middle child was not interested in having photos taken. With some patience and trying a variety of bribes and other tactics, we finally got that ultimate Christmas photo with everyone looking! Outside of the chaos, we captured big smiles, silly moments, and some sweet pauses when everyone slowed down to snuggle. When the boys were ready to be done, we used the soft indirect light in the dining space for some simple portraits of baby girl on her own.

A family sits together on a gray sectional couch with their brown dog, creating a cozy home portrait.

The best part about in-home newborn sessions like this is they’re relaxed, personal, and true to your family. You don’t just get photos of your baby, you get memories of what life looked like when you first brought your new addition home to the rest of the family.


If you’re expecting, I’d love to help you capture this season for you and your family. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat about what an in-home newborn session could look like for your family and what to expect from your session when I see you on the other side of the lens!

Sweet candid family moment on a bed with two children playing in background and a framed wedding photo on the wall.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in pink swaddle wearing floral headband in wicker basket with pearls.
Golden dog wearing a bandana lounges on dark leather couch next to baby in pink clothes.
Tiny newborn baby feet resting on floral patterned fabric with soft pink blurred background.
Family snuggles together on a gray couch, sharing an intimate moment with a newborn baby in purple.
Sleeping baby in pink outfit cuddles with brown teddy bear in wicker basket lined with white cushioning.
A sequence of photos shows a person in a mint green shirt holding and comforting a crying baby in purple clothing.
Sweet baby wearing pink lies in crib looking at camera while resting on pastel bedding.
Three small children wearing pastel colors snuggle together while lying on a soft grey surface.
Baby in gray textured outfit with white buttons lies against floral background while wearing matching bow headband.
A cozy family moment on a bed with mint green bedding as a child plays in the background.
Newborn baby swaddled in pink fabric sleeps peacefully in a woven basket nest surrounded by eucalyptus leaves.
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