Baby Breckinridge - Cook Baby #3 | Lynchburg Newborn Photographer

Baby Breckinridge - Cook Baby #3 | Lynchburg Newborn Photographer

I am thrilled to make it website and blog official that we welcomed our precious baby boy on February 4th, 2023 at 12:52AM! Breckinridge Samson Cook arrived in the comfort of our home after just 90 minutes of active labor! Mama and baby are both healthy and I plan to share his birth pictures and the full story soon. For now, I wanted to get his newborn portraits posted while I have a few minutes during nap time! :)

Cook Baby #3 | Lynchburg Maternity Photographer

Cook Baby #3 | Lynchburg Maternity Photographer

If it seems a little early for maternity pictures, I’ll confess. I broke my own rules and scheduled our family maternity session wayyyy before I was 30 weeks along.

But my heart was set on beach portraits, so I justified my rule-breaking pretty quickly.

Baby Henrietta's Newborn Session | Lynchburg Newborn Photographer

Baby Henrietta's Newborn Session | Lynchburg Newborn Photographer

Oh this session was full of so. much. love!!

But let’s rewind! During Samantha’s complimentary wardrobe consultation, I was sharing the importance of feeling comfortable in what you wear during a photo session. I mentioned to her that I recently had a family wear pajamas at their session because that is what they felt represented them best as a family. My previous client had said they lounge at home in their PJs and she wanted pictures to reflect that. I loved the idea!

The Cox Family at Old City Cemetery | Lynchburg Family Pictures

The Cox Family at Old City Cemetery | Lynchburg Family Pictures

This family holds a special place in my heart! Some of my Santa visitors may recognize Lauren as she often helps me during our Santa Experience weekend! I first met Lauren when her husband, Gerald, bought her a mini session as a gift to capture the season of life when their oldest daughter, Hailey, was just a toddler! Since then (9 years?!), I have had the honor of not only photographing more of their life’s special events, but also growing closer to their family! Our husbands are friends, our children are friends, and we and have even been on a few vacations together. They are truly a gift. <3

What’s the difference between a Full Signature Session & a Fall Mini Session? | Lynchburg Family Photographer

What’s the difference between a Full Signature Session &amp; a Fall Mini Session? | Lynchburg Family Photographer

Booking opens for my fall session calendar on August 1st, 2022! I have 16 only openings available for fall mini sessions this year. One of the most common questions I have received recently is What Exactly is the Difference Between a Full Session and a Mini Session? Today I will be answering this question as well as a few other FAQs that have come through!