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Mother’s Day After Divorce

Mother’s Day Redefined Today I wake with a pain so silent and heavy. The pain still surprises me and once again, I wasn’t expecting it. One would assume that after 7 months of celebrating holidays as a single woman, I would begin to expect the hurt that arrives with each one. That hasn’t happened yet….

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Top 20 Inspirational Blogs to Follow Now

Today is a special day for me. My article is featured on Photography Spark’s website! I couldn’t be happier! Check it out and as always thank you for your likes and shares. Happy Tuesday! Top 2o Inspirational Blogs to Follow Now What’s Your inspiration?

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How to Choose A Newborn Photographer

Having a baby is an incredibly life changing and beautiful event! The split second your baby is born your life has changed forever. There will not be many other times in your life from this moment on where choosing the right photographer will be so important. Here are the most important details to consider and…

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WillyMarch 25, 2015 - 4:58 pm

This is an awesome list! You are so right about new mothers needing a simple, easy way to get great products and prints of her newborn. New parents don’t need to spend their free time trying to sort out how to order prints, or how to differentiate quality products that will be a family heirloom to something that will discolor or fall apart in a couple years.

A lot of newborn photographers who are not properly trained pose babies using dangerous props or positioning. It’s important to have an experienced infant photographer who has the creativity to come up with beautiful images that aren’t a danger to the baby.

Thanks so much for this post. Good information!ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 25, 2015 - 6:51 pm
  
  Hi Willy!
  
  So glad that you find the list helpful. It is definitely something new moms owe to themselves to research and to treat themselves to this type of photography as well. 🙂 Oh yes, and safety is my highest priority.
  
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MollyMarch 25, 2015 - 5:26 pm

Great Post Kirstin (and beautiful photo!).
The choices can be overwhelming for new parents. This well-written piece provides great guidance for those who have no idea where to begin.ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 25, 2015 - 7:07 pm
  
  Molly,
  Thank you for your comment! There are so many overwhelming choices for new parents. Finding someone who jives with your style is key to loving your photographs!
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JoMarch 26, 2015 - 1:50 am

Wow! I love this list. It’ll really help my narrow down what I am looking for when I have my next child. Thank you so much for making it so clear and easy to understand.

I adore the photograph at the bottom too, what a sweet little babe!ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 27, 2015 - 10:34 am
  
  Jo,
  It is nice to have some thorough guidelines to go by, isn’t it! Thank you for reading. I hope this does help you for your next babe 😉 And that baby was SO sweet!!
  
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LeslieMarch 26, 2015 - 2:45 pm

Such a great and informative post! I love how clear you made the information for potential clients. It certainly can be overwhelming choosing a newborn photographer, especially for new moms who have so many other decisions to make <3ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 27, 2015 - 10:36 am
  
  Hi Leslie,
  
  I am glad it was an easy read and so resourceful for you. It is so true! New moms have so much to consider…photography for their new baby should be the easiest and one of the most enjoyable!
  
  Best,
  KristinReplyCancel
ReNae RavanMarch 27, 2015 - 6:29 am

Wish all expectant mothers would read this. Trusting someone with the safety of your newborn is something that should be researched carefully. Great article with lots of good advice. Beautiful photo also.ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 27, 2015 - 10:38 am
  
  Hi ReNae,
  
  Safety really is something that needs to be the highest consideration for all newborn photographers. Glad you liked the article and images! Thank you for your thoughts~
  
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AlexMarch 27, 2015 - 10:21 pm

wonderful questions to ponder…especially about safety. It’s unbelievable what some “photographers” are doing with newborns! I cringe at the thought that a 6 day old baby is placed in a basket in a field of lettuce on a farm. What about the chemical fertilizers and pesticides? And how about bugs, spiders or Mosquitos? Safety…please!!ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 31, 2015 - 8:56 pm
  
  Alex,
  
  You are right! Safety is always first before any great image! Thanks for your thoughts!
  
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Jennifer KapalaMarch 28, 2015 - 10:39 pm

Lovely article loaded with great advice! I wish everyone would read this – the tips are spot on!ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 31, 2015 - 8:55 pm
  
  Jennifer,
  
  Thank you for commenting! I hope it is helpful to new moms…there are so many decisions to be made, I want this to be an easy one for them!
  
  Best,
  KristinReplyCancel
KimMarch 29, 2015 - 12:52 pm

All great and important things for parents-to-be to consider. In this age of DIY, so many are quick to find someone cheap who will hand over the files but they may not be educated in safety and those parents-to-be don’t realize they won’t have the time or energy to do something themselves with those images!ReplyCancel
- Kristin MilitoMarch 31, 2015 - 8:53 pm
  
  Hi Kim,
  
  Unfortunately, that is true! Educating new moms and dads is the way to go! Thank you for sharing your thoughts! 🙂
  
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My New Friend Stella

This week I wanted to share one of my new absolute favorite places that has added quite a bit of value in my life. The weather has been quite a tease hasn’t it? One day it’s in the 50s, the next we are back into the 20s. Really, haven’t we all been punished long enough…

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