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What to Expect when Delivering at Banner Gateway | Baby H Birth Story | East Valley Birth Photographer

Delivering at Banner Gateway, What to Expect | Baby H Birth Story | East Valley Birth Photographer

Delivering at Banner Gateway, What to Expect | Baby H Birth Story | East Valley Birth Photographer I finally got to shoot my first Birth Story in Arizona for my beautiful sister-in-law who was delivering at Banner Gateway Medical Center last week. I was blown away! This may sound strange, but one of the things that stressed me out when we moved to Arizona was wondering what my next birth experience would be like (whenever that happens) in a completely different state. Is there support for non-medicated deliver[...]

Family

Bonneville Salt Flats Family Pictures | What you need to know

Bonneville Salt Flats Family Pictures | What You Need to Know I first met the Blanchard family when I was living in Queens, NY while serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They had just moved in to our ward (church congregation) from London, England and had 3 of the cutest kids I'd ever seen. When Rachel told me all their names she also told me their significance. I can't remember any specifics but I will always remember what she told me next. "Names are important. When Christ calle[...]

Birth Story | Fresh 48

Gilbert Arizona Birth Photographer | Maren Elizabeth Photography

Gilbert Arizona Birth Photographer | Maren Elizabeth Photography I wanted to try something new with this Gilbert, Arizona birth and made a first attempt at video, I cried just putting it together because it made this story come alive! This service will now be standard with any birth collection. I had so much fun documenting Hannah's birth experience. She used to be a labor and delivery nurse at this hospital and was welcomed back with so much love and attention, they even decorated her room! But my favorite[...]

Newborn

Peoria Arizona Newborn Pictures | Peoria Newborn Photographer

Peoria Arizona Newborn Pictures | Peoria Newborn Photographer These Peoria Arizona newborn pictures might just be my favorite ever. I first met Allie a year ago when she did my hair and makeup for our family pictures. I absolutely LOVE her work and recommend her to everyone I know. This year we decided to swap, hair and make up for family pictures of her growing family and let me tell you I think I got the better end of that deal. I got my hair and makeup done AND I got to add this session to my repertoire. Why a[...]

How to Plan Perfect Proposal Pictures. 1. Give her what she wants 2. Surprise 3. Timing is everything 4. Trust a professional 5. Dress Rehearsal

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How to Plan the Perfect Photogenic Proposal | Arizona Photographer

How to Plan Perfect Proposal Pictures | Arizona Photographer You finally found the girl and took that big step and bought the ring... well now what? You know she's expecting something amazing for the moment you pop the question and you don't want to disappoint her. This post will walk you through how to plan the perfect proposal and get great pictures! 1. Give her what she wants Us women, we usually have some image of what we want in our heads. Chances are if you've got the ring you've already talked about marri[...]

Newborn

How to Protect Your Newborn Online | Arizona Newborn Photographer

How To Protect Your Newborn Online | Arizona Newborn Photographer We talk about cyber safety a lot. We worry about our information getting out there and being stolen. Unfortunately I often see new parents ignore cyber safety guidelines when it comes to their newborn. When we were in the hospital after Emi (notice it's always her nickname) was born we were counseled by our nurses to be careful about our social media posts. We were told to keep the hospital we were in a secret. We were told not to announce when w[...]