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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.

Vancouver Maternity & Newborn Photographer | Bump to Baby

Vancouver Maternity & Newborn Photographer | Bump to Baby

This mom-to-be booked her maternity and newborn sessions together, which was great because I could offer styling advice and location suggestions well in advance to ensure the photos would complement each other on the family photo wall, while giving a nice variety at the same time.

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Must-Have Nursery Décor | Baby Room Ideas | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC
Nursery Decor, Baby Room Ideas, Mom blogger Felicia Bates Nursery Decor, Baby Room Ideas, Mom blogger Felicia Bates

Must-Have Nursery Décor | Baby Room Ideas | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

An exciting part of waiting for your little ones arrival is decorating your nursery. Whether you’ve got months or weeks until your new bundle of joy arrives, it's a a wonderful way to personalize and create a safe and comfortable space for you and baby. For inspiration on nursery décor, check out some of my favourite items that look great in any nursery!

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Must-Have Books for Toddler Boys | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

Must-Have Books for Toddler Boys | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

If you’re looking for some ideas on holiday gifts for kids, I highly recommend books! Books are truly the gift that keeps on giving, not only do books offer an educational factor, but books are such a special way to bond with our kids and explore the world together. Let that imagination soar!

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Must-Have Books for Toddler Girls | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

Must-Have Books for Toddler Girls | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

When it comes to children’s books there are SO MANY out there, how do you choose? Well, now that my home has been turned into a children’s library (literally books everywhere), I’ve come across some amazing books that I’d like to share with you. Reading is something that I love to do with my daughter and books never seem to get old.

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Closeup Newborn Photo Ideas | Vancouver Photographer Kim Forrester

Closeup Newborn Photo Ideas | Vancouver Photographer Kim Forrester

Baby’s toes, eyelashes, and all the little details are even more magical when captured by a photographer experienced in “macro” newborn photography, ie. closeup photos. It isn’t enough to just snap any photo of each part of them, as composition and artistry is even more important when you have very little in a photo.

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Must-Have Natural Products for Babies & Kids | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

Must-Have Natural Products for Babies & Kids | by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

With so many products out there for babies and kids, how do you choose? I’m a huge fan of anything natural, and as a new mom with an infant (now toddler) with sensitive skin, I really went on the hunt for some natural skin products that could help my daughter.

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Favorite Local Clothing Brands for Family & Kids l by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

Favorite Local Clothing Brands for Family & Kids l by Felicia Bates l Vancouver, BC

Looking for some amazing kids clothes? These local brands are some of my favorites! You can shop for some amazing children’s apparel and feel great knowing these are not only local, but almost all are female-led brands based out of B.C.

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Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility. Read Anna’s story about infertility and her experience with IVF Fertility Treatment, pregnancy loss and her important message to other women feeling hopeless.

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Pregnancy Loss Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Pregnancy Loss Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility. Read Larissa’s heartbreaking story about late pregnancy loss, instead of welcoming her baby boy earth side her and her partner had to face the unexpected.

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Pregnancy Loss Story | Anencephaly | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Pregnancy Loss Story | Anencephaly | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility. Read Mickey’s story about pregnancy loss and the discovery of Anencephaly in her unborn baby and the difficult decision she had to make.

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Peri Menopause & Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Peri Menopause & Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility. Read Yvonne’s story about her struggles with infertility due to peri menopause and the pregnancy loss she experienced.

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Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Story | Ectopic Pregnancy | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Story | Ectopic Pregnancy | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility. Read Jen’s story about miscarriage and her experience with recurrent pregnancy loss, an and an ectopic pregnancy, and how through these experiences it inspired her to found The Motherhood Project.

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A Newborn Photographer’s Miscarriage Story | Kim Forrester | Vancouver, BC

A Newborn Photographer’s Miscarriage Story | Kim Forrester | Vancouver, BC

As a newborn photographer who works with many rainbow babies, while I share dreamy photos of babies it’s just as important to me to honour the women who don’t get to welcome their babies earth side. When I decided that I wanted to collect and share the stories of real women navigating pregnancy loss, infant loss, and infertility, I never realized I would be one of these women.

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Ectopic Pregnancy | Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

Ectopic Pregnancy | Infertility Story | Reproductive Mental Health | Vancouver, BC

In collaboration with the Butterfly Run Vancouver, BC Women's Health Foundation and Reproductive Mental Health we are sharing real stories from real women to support pregnancy loss, infant loss and infertility awareness. Read Michelle's story about infertility, miscarriage, and her experience with an ectopic pregnancy.

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