Baby Giavanna 11 days old Maternity and Newborn Session

Not too long ago I photographed Kathrina and Carlos for their maternity session. Kathirna was glowing as she shared her excitement for the newest addition to their family!

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They were so natural and so easy to work with….. and how gorgeous is this glowing mommy!

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A sweet note from Carlos and Kathirna to Baby G:

To our sweet baby Gia,

Words alone cannot describe the level of joy, love, and appreciation that you have brought into our lives. Even at just 4 months, your outgoing, spunky personality and inquisitive mind already sparkle so bright. You observe your surroundings with curious and expressive eyes. You communicate your needs with coos, squeals and giggles…and the occasional, yet purposeful shedding of tears. You listen attentively when being talked, read, or sung to. You adore being around people and flash the most infectious gummy smile that instantly melts anyone around. Some days we wonder how we got so lucky to have the sweet, wonderful, happy baby that is you. We are beyond thankful God has blessed us with a family, and know the world is going to be a better place now with you in it.

We’ll love you forever,

We’ll like you for always,

As long as we’re living

Our baby you’ll be.

– Mommy & Daddy

 

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During the maternity session we talked about Kathrina and Carlos’s love for traveling and how they wanted to include that in a picture during Baby G’s newborn session.

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So Kathrina brought a pennant banner from her baby shower, some amazing antique suitcases and an adorable crocheted aviator hat.

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Baby G was just as easy to photograph as her mommy and daddy! She slept most of the session. I don’t know how some babies don’t sleep during my sessions. The environment is so peaceful, the studio is warm, and I play soothing sounds that could put anyone to sleep. Half the time I am ready to fall asleep…and sometimes even mommy and daddy can’t resist! If you think about it, this is the first chance most new parents get to relax and have someone else take care of their baby… this leads me to one of my favorite behind the scenes photos!

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