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It’s that time of the year again! You are getting ready for your Christmas session and now you need to decide what the family will wear. If you’ve reserved your BreeIsForBeauty Photography Santa session, I just cannot wait to see you and your family! The setup this year is neutral with some natural greenery. It’s a very clean and cozy vibe!

Some helpful tips when choosing an outfit for your little one and preparing for your Christmas session.

• You can never go wrong with neutral colors. Accessorize with a festive bow, tie or fancy shoes.
• Choose something with some texture! Christmas time is all about glitter, velvet, tulle and faux fur. Have fun with it! Who doesn’t love looking a little fancy every once in a while?!
• Make sure your clothing is steamed and pressed. There is nothing worse than having a beautiful outfit, but being distracted by all of the wrinkles.
• Have manicured nails (no chipped nail polish or dirty fingernails) and a fresh haircut. Don’t forget to brush your child’s hair and to clean their face/wipe their nose.
• Don’t forget clean shoes. I know, it’s hard justifying the dress shoes when you think they may only wear them a few times, but having dressier shoes will complete the Christmas photo look and your child will look so polished.
• Talk about Santa before your session. Show your child some photos of other kids sitting with Santa, find a fun video, look back on old photos of other family members with Santa and prepare your little one for their session. It’s typical for some tears from little ones. Sometimes the man in red with the big beard can equal stranger danger, so set your expectations low and just embrace the moment whether your child is thrilled or not. Sometimes the crying photos are the funnest to look back on!

Here are some children’s looks along with links to the items for you to shop for you Christmas session this year. Choosing a more formal look will definitely elevate the occasion and your family will look picture perfect with Santa!

Hopefully you plan to join in on the fun with Santa. All sessions include a family portrait without Santa as well! You can shop some beautiful looks here for you and your spouse.

Photos were taken by BreeIsForBeauty Photography, a Lehigh Valley, Bucks County and Philadelphia Newborn, Maternity Milestone, Motherhood and Family Photographer. Her studio is located in Center Valley, PA. Clients have access to BreeIsForBeauty Photography’s curated client closet which is filled with beautiful dresses and clothing for your whole family.

Having 4 daughters has made me no stranger to clothes shopping! Sure, we have lots of hand-me-downs, but we all know little ones can be rough with their clothing. As a small business owner myself, I love supporting other local small businesses, so I wanted to round up some of the best children’s boutiques in the Lehigh Valley and Bucks County. I also like the uniqueness of shopping at a boutique so that my kid isn’t wearing the same Target or Old Navy outfit that you’ll see majority of the kids in their class wearing!

We all know shopping small will give back more to our community and you’ll experience a more personalized customer service experience. So without further or do, here is a round up highlighting some of my favorite local places to shop for kids. Not only do these children’s boutiques have cute clothes, but lots of adorable gifts as well.

Sweet Pea’s Children Shop, located in Bethlehem, PA. The Lehigh Valley’s destination for Tea Collection and other quality children’s brands like Mayoral, Joules, See Kai Run and Kickee Pants Plae https://www.sweetpeachildren.com/

Pineapple on Main, also known as POM, is a Home, Baby and Gift shop located in Dublin, PA. If you aren’t up for shopping in store at The Square (you’re missing out on tons of amazing shops if don’t!), then you can always shop online at https://www.pineappleonmain.com/s/shop.

Altar’d State, a faith based women’s and children’s boutique. They are privately owned, although they have over 100 locations all over the US, they are not a franchise. They have a location here in Center Valley, PA nestled in the Promenade Shops in Saucon Valley. https://www.altardstate.com/as/decor-%2B-beauty/tullabee-baby-shop/

Seedlings and Sprouts, a children’s boutique located in Doylestown, PA. They carry a selection of items for all ages from infant to youth with brands including Rowdy Sprout, Little Sleepies, Magnetic Me, Plan Toys, Cuddle + Kind, Copper Pearl & more! They even have some things for adults. You can check out their website here: https://seedlingsandsprouts.com/

Sure, you can easily go online and shop, but sometimes it’s nice to escape the house and go on a little trip with your little one. And we all know they grow fast, so sometimes you just need to have them try something on before making that purchase!

As a local small business owner, I have loved building my client wardrobe for BreeIsForBeauty Photography. It is filled with adorable looks for kids, many of which has been purchased from the local children’s boutiques listed above. All clients will have full access to my curated closet and your child will be dressed in adorable and timeless looks.

If you are interested in documenting your child, family or Motherhood journey, visit my website at www.breeisforbeautyphotography.com. You’ll never regret having these precious moments captured before they are gone!

Photos were taken by BreeIsForBeauty Photography, a Lehigh Valley + Bucks County Maternity, Newborn and Family Photographer at her studio located in Center Valley, PA.

Family is everything. If there’s one thing I want my children to know when they grow up, it is that their family will always love them, support them and be by their side. One of our greatest blessings is when your family grows.

I had the best time photographing this beautiful family for Taylor’s Maternity Session. Taylor and I reconnected after sharing the same alma mater, Ursinus College. We just missed each other, as I graduated the year before she began. I have memories of Taylor visiting as a recruit for our gymnastics team. When Taylor reached out, I was so excited to hear that she was pregnant and expecting her second son.

Big brother Rowan is not quite yet 2, and was filled with so much adorable energy for Taylor’s studio maternity session at my studio located in Center Valley. Becoming a big brother is an exciting title for Rowan to hold and I can already tell he is going to be amazing.

There was so much loved between this sweet soon to be family of 4! It makes me so happy when maternity session include the whole family.

You only have 9 months to document this special time. Pregnancy can feel like an eternity when you are in the thick of it, but the reality is, it is truly just a short period of your life that you get to grow your baby. Taylor looked so radiant and feminine in this beautiful light and airy maternity gown.

If you are looking for a Bucks County or Lehigh Valley Light and Airy photographer, I would love to work with you! You can enjoy some more images from this Lehigh Valley Maternity Session.

Photos were taken by BreeIsForBeauty Photography, a Lehigh Valley, Bucks County, Mainline and Philadelphia Maternity, Newborn and Family Photographer at her studio located in Center Valley, PA.

It’s time to start planning Christmas looks for your kids! Everyone is gearing up for Christmas card photos, and it can be overwhelming trying to style your children and family for your Christmas photoshoot. I wanted to take some of the guesswork out and provide you with direct links to these timeless outfits that will be perfect for your Christmas photos and for Christmas day.

Christmas is definitely an occasion to dress more formal. We all have those Christmas photos from when we were a kid that we love looking back on! Seriously Mom, you put me in that outfit?! Oh, the memories.

I am so excited to be offering Limited Edition Santa Sessions at BreeIsForBeauty Photography’s studio located in Center Valley, PA. You can learn more about booking your session here.

Some tips when choosing an outfit for your little one and preparing for your Christmas photoshoot.

• You can never go wrong with neutral colors. Accessorize with a festive bow, tie or fancy shoes.
• Choose something with some texture! Christmas time is all about glitter, velvet, tulle and faux fur. Have fun with it! Who doesn’t love looking a little fancy every once in a while?!
• Make sure your clothing is steamed and pressed. There is nothing worse than having a beautiful outfit, but being distracted by all of the wrinkles.
• Have manicured nails (no chipped nail polish or dirty fingernails) and a fresh haircut. Don’t forget to brush your child’s hair and to clean their face/wipe their nose.
• Don’t forget clean shoes. I know, it’s hard justifying the dress shoes when you think they may only wear them a few times, but having dressier shoes will complete the Christmas photo look and your child will look so polished.
• Talk about Santa before your session. Show your child some photos of other kids sitting with Santa, find a fun video, look back on old photos of other family members with Santa and prepare your little one for their session. It’s typical for some tears from little ones. Sometimes the man in red with the big beard can equal stranger danger, so set your expectations low and just embrace the moment whether your child is thrilled or not. Sometimes the crying photos are the funnest to look back on!

Time to shop! Looks for her:

You can shop these looks for girl here: https://liketk.it/3RT4v

Time to shop! Looks for him:

You can shop these looks for boy here: https://liketk.it/3RT4Z

Photos were taken by BreeIsForBeauty Photography, a Lehigh Valley, Bucks County and Philadelphia Newborn, Milestone, Motherhood and Family Photographer. Her studio is located in Center Valley, PA. Clients have access to BreeIsForBeauty Photography’s curated client closet which is filled with beautiful dresses and clothing for your whole family.

BreeIsForBeauty Photography is offering Limited Edition Santa Sessions at her Center Valley studio. You can find more details about her sessions here.

Hi Mama! Congratulations on the new addition to your family. I am so excited to work with you and document such a special time in you and your family’s life. Having a new baby is quite the whirlwind and a big transition for all. You’ll never regret preserving these special moments shortly after their arrival!

I wanted to share a guide so that you feel fully prepared for the day of your newborn session. You will be sleep deprived and still recovering from childbirth, so I hope this gives you some clarity leading up to your newborn photography session date. Parents often find themselves stressing over their baby and if they’ll cooperate for their session. Going into your newborn session prepared will help make the experience as enjoyable and as seamless as possible!

Before your baby arrives, we will schedule a tentative session date based off of your due date. If you are having a scheduled c-section, we can chose the actual session date. You will complete the Newborn Session Questionnaire and share your color choices so I can customize a newborn session for you. I put together premium wraps, headbands, bonnets and props to create a look that you’ll find similar to my portfolio. You will want this art displayed on your walls for years to come!

You will then contact me within 24-48 hours after baby’s arrival to schedule the actual session date and time. I offer studio newborn or in-home newborn sessions. Not sure which type of newborn session is right for you? You can read more about the benefits of each here.

Newborn sessions are offered during the week in the morning hours when babies are sleepiest and siblings are most cooperative. I recommend newborn sessions to be scheduled within 2-4 weeks after birth when baby is sleepiest and most flexible for all of the cute little prompts I will guide you and your baby through. Since my style is more lifestyle versus posed newborn, I do not require newborns to be just a few days old. I can still capture plenty of wrapped poses and lifestyle shots to create beautiful memories.

The studio will be prepped and ready for your arrival. Baby’s love warmth, so a space heater and white noise machine will be running to create a calm and gentle environment. I recommend dressing in layers.

Depending on how far you live from the studio, you will either feed your baby a full feeding right before you leave (this is if you live close), or as soon as you arrive at the studio (if you are traveling from a distance of further than 30 minutes). Feeding your baby before your session is one of the most important factors when preparing for your session. A full baby is a happy baby and babe should be quite sleepy after a nice full feeding. This is also why it is very important to arrive on time, or even a few minutes early to your session!

Please dress baby in just a diaper with blankets over them or clothes that are very easy to take off. A zipper sleeper is great. NOTHING that goes over the head. When you arrive, leave baby in the car seat and I will wrap them in a neutral swaddle. During this time, you and your family will change into the looks chosen from my curated client closet.

Be sure to bring along plenty of diapers/wipes. Also, bring along a pacifier if your baby is using one. A pacifier can be very helpful with soothing during the transition of different poses if they do wake. Also bring a burp cloth incase we need to do a feeding in the middle of your session.

Your child’s safety is my number 1 priority. I will not attempt any unnatural poses that I do not feel comfortable with. As a Mother to 4, I am skilled in soothing a baby and am focused on keeping them safe and comfortable throughout the session.

Newborn sessions last up to 2 hours, so be sure to bring along a snack and I will provide some water and coffee or tea. There is a comfortable seating area for you to relax while I photograph your sweet baby. I only recommend bringing siblings along if you plan to have them in the photos with baby. If siblings are coming along, bring a snack or a toy to keep them occupied. AVOID iPads for siblings – these become my greatest competition at sessions – we have a TV with Disney, Netflix, bribes etc…If you are having family and or sibling photos taken, I always complete this part of the session first. This gives Dad the opportunity to step away with any older siblings during the rest of the session, as they typically become restless while waiting for their new baby sibling’s photos to be taken. It is best to have minimal noise and distraction so that baby is not startled.

Having family photos during your newborn session and not sure what to wear? I recommend neutral, cream tones and soft hues for an intimate look. All clients will have full access to my curated client closet which is filled with various sizes and silhouettes that are perfect for your postpartum body! Be sure to wear nude undergarments and bring a strapless bra. Keep in mind your nails will be in the photos so you may want to remove any chipped or overly bright polish.

One thing is for sure; you’ll never regret being able to look back on those precious memories of your newborn baby. I still have my wall adorned with all of my daughter’s newborn photos and will always cherish their teeny tiny features.