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Pregnancy, birth, new motherhood, parenthood, and reproductive mental health are topics we love to share about on our blog! As storytellers we welcome REAL stories, whether uplifting, heartbreaking, or somewhere in between. We welcome stories from guest contributors, please Contact Us to submit your story to feature on the blog.
Golden Hour Beach Family Session | White Rock Beach
Our in-home mobile newborn studio provides the perfect combination of poses/props and natural, organic, relaxed lifestyle photography of the parents with their baby. This session shows the combination of shots we can get, all in the comfort of your home!
6-Month Old Milestone Session At Home | Vancouver Mobile Photographer
Our in-home mobile newborn studio provides the perfect combination of poses/props and natural, organic, relaxed lifestyle photography of the parents with their baby. This session shows the combination of shots we can get, all in the comfort of your home!
Pandemic Parenting: Angela’s Story | Vancouver Family Photographer
Three years ago, a wonderful mom client of mine squealed with delight when I shared the news of my pregnancy with her while dropping off her newborn print order. I already knew she was the most genuinely kind soul, and her family so loving, fun and a true joy to work with after doing their daughter’s first photos a few weeks prior.
Pandemic Pregnancy: Jenny’s Story | Vancouver Maternity Photo Shoot
As part of our “Pregnancy Through a Pandemic” maternity photo shoot expecting mother, Jenny, shared her experience with pregnancy and marriage. She shares her experience with having two major life events during Covid.
Pandemic Pregnancy: Nicola’s Story | Vancouver Maternity Photo Shoot
Covid has brought a lot of challenges and struggles for so many, but has it brought anything good? As part of our “Pregnancy Through a Pandemic” maternity photo shoot, second time mom Nicola shares her story of gratitude. Uplifting and positive, Nicola’s story is one that helps shine a light on the simple things in life to be thankful for.
Pandemic Pregnancy: Krystal’s Story | Vancouver Maternity Photo Shoot
With Covid, being pregnant during a pandemic has changed this journey significantly, and presented new challenges for expecting mothers especially when it comes to your support system. From receiving the best news of your life to the worst, these women have had to do it without their partners, and friends and family.
Mobile Newborn Photographer Vancouver
Our in-home mobile newborn studio provides the perfect combination of poses/props and natural, organic, relaxed lifestyle photography of the parents with their baby. This session shows the combination of shots we can get, all in the comfort of your home!
Pandemic Pregnancy: Kerri’s Story | Vancouver Maternity Photo Shoot
“It takes a village”, we hear this phrase all the time and under the best of circumstances that “village” is more like 1-2 key family members, if you’re lucky. With Covid, being pregnant during a pandemic has changed this journey significantly, and presented new challenges for expecting mothers especially when it comes to your support system.
Extended Family Newborn Session | Photographer in Vancouver, BC
Sukhi’s newborn session with extended family included: grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Adding extended family members to your session is such a unique and special bonding experience for your family, especially coming out of this pandemic. It truly celebrates family being able to over come the many challenges during covid. Being able to simply hold your baby, has gained a whole new meaning and appreciation for all of us.
Pandemic Pregnancy: Colleen’s Story | Vancouver Maternity Photo Shoot
From baby announcements, ultrasounds and appointments, to prenatal and baby prep classes, baby showers and get togethers with friends and family, the journey of pregnancy is incredibly special and a huge milestone to celebrate. With Covid, being pregnant during a pandemic has changed this journey significantly, and presented new challenges for expecting mothers.
Kerrisdale Newborn Session | Mobile Photographer, Vancouver, BC
Kerrisdale and Kitsilano are two neighbhourhoods I’ve been traveling to a lot lately, with my mobile newborn studio… what’s in the water over there? Is the Covid baby boom hitting their neighbourhoods harder than others?
Lifestyle Maternity Session | Vancouver, BC
Lifestyle maternity photography lets us tell your pregnancy story with emotion and connection, but we don’t stop there - we bring our gowns and backdrops for classic, simple, timeless portraits of you and your bump! You don’t need to choose between candid photography or trekking to a studio for a glammed up look.
Pandemic Pregnancy Mental Health | One Woman’s Story
Pre-natal and post-natal anxiety is hard enough during the best of times, but throw in the pandemic and you have the double whammy of a major additional stressor and less support and connection to help manage mental health challenges. One new mom opens up about her experience navigating a Covid pregnancy with her pre-existing anxiety disorder. Thank you June for sharing this with us, I know so many moms can relate!
Birth During Covid | My Second Cesarean and Spinal Block Challenges
Cesarean birth during Covid brings a new set of challenges, but when your spinal block doesn’t work after multiple attempts, there are a whole new set of challenges. Especially when you have a toddler AND a newborn to care for, as is the case with this second time mom! Julia is sharing her birth story today on our blog, take it away Julia!
Crescent Beach Maternity Session | South Surrey Photographer
The moderate weather in Vancouver makes outdoor photography a year-round option! White Rock and South Surrey residents know Crescent Beach well, for it’s sweeping water backdrops and stunning sunsets.
BIRTH is BIRTH | A Mother’s Perspective on Birth and Stigmas
When you get pregnant you prepare for a “natural birth”. First off, I hate that term because to me ALL birth is natural, and you are a warrior for carrying your baby and delivering no matter how!! Everyone prepares you for a vaginal “natural” birth, and I find there is stigma surrounding having to take an epidural or having a caesarean birth so I wanted to share my experience and perspective for other women and mom-to-be’s who may be going through the same things I did.
In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Client Spotlight
Professional photography might be the last thing on your mind while cozy at home with your 1 week-old, especially during a time of uncertainty around the pandemic. I’m here to tell you that you can commemorate this special time with professional photos, while staying comfy in your PJs while an experienced photographer with a strict Health & Safety Plan comes to your home with all the equipment, props, and skills needed to create something really special.
Newborn Photography Safety | Safe Beginnings First Aid x Kim Forrester
If you’re going to try your own DIY newborn photography, OR hire a photographer who is not a newborn photographer, take some time to study this newborn photography checklist.
Professional Prints and Art | Kim Forrester Photography
There are many benefits to ordering your printed photos from your photographer, rather than hitting up your local lab. If you don't believe us, check out this list!
Newborn Photography at Home | Vancouver & Surrey Mobile Studio
Did you know you can stay home AND have newborn photography by an experienced professional? If you’ve been following us for awhile, you’ll know that this is what makes us incredibly UNIQUE in the Lower Mainland!