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Baby Kylie was my third ever newborn to photograph and I’m very happy with the progress I’ve made and the amount that I’ve learned thus far. Erica M Photography newborn sessions are a mix of three things: nursery details, family photos, and, of course, baby photos! I love shooting in clients’ homes because it is easiest and most comfortable for new parents. When I shoot in homes I’m also able to capture the details parents-to-be have prepared for their little one’s arrival. While baby is taking a break to feed, I get the detail shots in the nursery. Kylie’s pink and green nursery was very festive with paper pom poms and a whimsical butterfly mobile. Kylie herself is a doll with a full head of dark hair. It’s evident just how head over heels in love Chris and Leslie are for her :) The images that follow truly make my heart melt.

Remember the Dixon’s from their snowy maternity shoot before Christmas? Their baby boy wasn’t due until February 3rd but he decided to make his debut a little early, 6.5 weeks early to be exact! It is for this very reason that I strongly encourage doing your maternity session at 8 months. I also typically do newborn shoots as soon as possible after birth, 5-10 days is best while baby is still nice and sleepy :) Since baby Will came so early he had to spend a few weeks in Lubbock before he could come home, so we ended up doing his shoot on his 4 week birthday! I loved photographing this handsome little guy. And I always love photographing in the Dixon’s home, Brittney does an amazing job decorating and Baby Will’s travel themed nursery is no exception!

This week was one of firsts for me. I shot my first ever maternity shoot and newborn shoot, both in Clovis New Mexico. I am so thrilled to be embarking on this new journey in my business! Friends in Clovis, please spread the word that I am looking to shoot more maternity, newborns, and families. I am also offering a baby plan package to capture your child’s first year of life! They grow so fast, it’s so important to capture all the phases: anticipating their arrival, them new to this world, them sitting up and developing their personality at 6 months, and them on the go and becoming a toddler at one year! Send me an email at erica@ericamphotography.com to get more information on these sessions!

To me, one of the most amazing things about newborns are the immense possibilities. When I photographed Adalae on Friday she was 8 days new to this world. I couldn’t help but think about what she would grow to look like, what her personality would be, who she would become. She was a very sleepy girl for most of our shoot but when those beautiful blue eyes opened and searched around, it was so incredible to watch!

I also designed the baby announcement below which is included complimentary with a newborn session! I designed it to coordinate with Adalae’s crib bumper which was made from a fun Urban Outfitters duvet cover. Love it!

Elisabeth and Matt, thank you for allowing me the honor of documenting your beautiful Adalae! Much love, Erica