the stocktons: family.

I don't remember exactly when I first met Jenny, but I do know that she's the type of person you like instantly. She's authentic, kind, funny, and just so easy to be around. She's the real deal.

She recently added another superpower to her list of talents, and it's called "being the mom of two humans." I'm over here barely getting by with one, and she went off and had a second. 

Jenny and her husband Dan welcomed their second little one, Naomi, a couple of weeks ago, and she is perfect. Big brother Abe is taking his new role and like a champ and is already her biggest fan. He's also super adorable. 

I loved spending last Saturday morning at their place. It's not easy to have a toddler and newborn, and Dan and Jenny are doing such a good job. They really make it look easy, although I know it's anything but that. 

Thank you Stocktons for inviting me into your home and not letting me leave empty handed (I got two new books to help me get out of my current reading slump). I hope you these photos remind you of this magical time of sleep deprivation and a whole lot of love.

colton zakovixh: newborn.

Monica and Tyler welcomed their first child, Colton, a few weeks ago, and I was fortunate enough to meet them and spend a couple hours documenting such a special time in their lives. As a new mom myself it's great to be with other first time parents, share our tips and tricks, and breath a sigh of relief that we're not alone. Taking care of these little ones is no small task and Monica and Tyler are doing such a good job. 

Thank you again Zakovixhs for inviting me into your beautiful home and letting me meet Mr. Colton. He is one lucky baby to have the two of you as parents

Enjoy some of my favorites from our time together.

willa jarrett: newborn.

I've known Amy for the past 22 years (wow, that makes me feel old). We met in the fourth grade when she wore shorts to the first day of school (shorts weren't allowed at our school back then, so she was unknowingly quite the rebel). We've lived so much of life together as friends, and I love her so very much. 

A month ago, Amy and her husband Dan welcomed the newest member of their family, Willa, and I was so happy to meet her when I visited Rockford last week. I find myself wondering how on earth we will be able to take care of one child, and Amy now has three. I don't know how she does it, but I was definitely in awe. 

The Jarretts are a beautiful family navigating newborn life, work, a three year old, homeschooling, and a dog that may or may not have taken a liking to pooping in the house with grace, humor, and a lot of hard work. They are the good ones, and I'm so happy that despite all the years and all the miles, we can always pick up right where we left off. 

Cheers to you Willa and the beautiful family that calls you their own.

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dougan family: newborn.

It's always such an honor when I get the chance to photograph a family multiple times, especially when they are welcoming a new child into their lives.

I first met the Dougan family last fall and was so thrilled when I heard they had another baby! Jay arrived in June, and I visited their home a few weeks ago to document such an important time in their lives. 

I couldn't help but laugh when big brother Knox covered his ears when Jay would cry (I feel ya!), and I loved watching both Erin and Hank love and play with their boys so tenderly. Life with a newborn is definitely not easy (as I now know), but they are doing an amazing job.

Thank you Dougans for choosing me to photograph your growing family and welcoming me into your home! Enjoy some of my favorites from our time together.