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You can ask any parent around: being a brand new mom or dad is exhausting and amazing. It’s a little bit of a haze, filled with sleeplessness, emotions, and sheer joy. It’s pretty special and something you definitely want to savor, but it’s also got hard challenges and tiredness like you’ve never experienced. I could […]

Ask Paula, Baby Plan, Children, Family, Newborn, Studio, Welcome

September 22, 2022

Little Emma | Dallas Fort Worth Newborns

My beloved clients trust me with their “firsts”…and I am thankful every day. I don’t take for granted that I am the lucky one who gets to experience special moments with the families I work with and that they allow me to be a part of some of the biggest milestones in life. I remember […]

Ask Paula, Baby Plan, Children, Family, Newborn, Studio

September 20, 2022

The Firsts…

Each time I meet a new parent and their baby, I feel so blessed. I love working with these beautiful new babies, and I want every session to feel as celebratory and special as the babies they represent. That’s why I always offer my clients tips before their shoot…it helps everything run smoothly and keeps […]

Ask Paula, Children, Family, Newborn, Studio

September 13, 2022

Making Your Newborn Session Sucessful

What a precious family! One thing that stood out to me about this quintet is the way that they lovingly speak to one another. They really share a bond that is even more than just family…they are bonded to one another and share such a sweet connection. Meet mom and dad, and their littles: Diego, […]

Ask Paula, Children, Family, Mini Sessions, Studio

September 8, 2022

Fort Worth Family Session

I have photographed hundreds of babies, children, and families (it might be getting close to thousands these days!), and I never get tired of it. I love that this is my job, because I feel it is my calling. One of the best parts of my job is celebrating that milestone first birthday for little […]

Ask Paula, Baby Plan, Birthday, Cake Smash Session, Children, Studio

July 6, 2022

Emery | First Birthday Session