Ava {3 months}

Awhile back, I photographed Kara and Daren when they were expecting their first child. –>

http://www.leahbphoto.com/blog/2011/06/26/kara-daren-maternity/

Time sure flies, as little Ava is now 3 months old, and I was so happy to finally meet her! What a cutie she is. Of course Kara came prepared with all kinds of cute clothing and accessories. One piece in particular was a little white hairpiece that I clearly remember since I shot details of it at Kara’s sister, Kim’s wedding. It was a fun idea to use it again, and it complimented Ava’s outfit beautifully. She was wonderful during her shoot, cried only once and even propped her head up, which is a work in progress for her. What a joy little girls bring to this world. I can now relate since we just found out we are having our first girl as well! You can’t deny the beauty they emit in photographs.  Maybe I’m being a little biased now….

Thank you for coming to our home for the shoot Kara, Sandi and Ava! Enjoy every moment with your little one.

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Miles {3 months}

I really can’t get over how adorable this little guy is with his big blue eyes! He was just too much fun in person, and editing his photos makes me smile all over again because he has so much personality. I am also a sucker for cute baby clothes/props, and Miles definitely sported all of his outfits very well.

Thank you so much for coming over Mary! I had a great time getting to know you and your son and look forward to possibly seeing the whole family again soon for some more fun photos!

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Emily Kilynn Toland {newborn}

Not long after Jen and Brad’s maternity session — which you can see here: http://www.leahbphoto.com/blog/2011/06/27/jen-brad-maternity/   — Emily Kilynn was welcomed into the world on July 25, 2011. She is an absolute doll and was amazing at her first photo shoot! Her little outfits are just too precious, and no, we did not break out the pink camouflage one…although, now that I think of it… we probably should have. Maybe next time. I can’t wait to photograph her throughout her first year and watch her grow into a beautiful little lady. Congrats Jen and Brad, she is a sweetheart!!

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Emma Grace

My niece, Emma Grace, is becoming such a beautiful little lady. Since my sister lives in Oregon, we have only met Emma once since she was born, so of course I took every opportunity to soak up her preciousness and take pictures of her throughout their visit in Omaha. She has a smile that will melt anyone’s heart, and those blue eyes will captivate all those around. I can’t wait to see them all again, and I know the next time we do see her she will probably be walking, talking (more) and hopefully remember who we are!

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Jen & Brad {maternity}

I must say that I really do have some amazingly beautiful friends that make it all too easy to have a successful photo shoot of any kind! I was so excited to hear the news that our good friends Jen and Brad were expecting their first this summer, and I couldn’t be happier to be photographing this proud moment in their lives. Jen is a glowing mommy-to-be and is so excited to be having a little girl! Brad has definitely warmed up to the idea of having a girl, as I’ve seen his purchase of a pink camouflage newborn outfit that he probably plans to take her hunting in. They are both going to be amazing parents and I can’t wait to meet their sweet little girl who is due in July!

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Kara & Daren {maternity}

I traveled down to Shenandoah, IA to capture this sweet couple, Kara and Daren, who are expecting their first baby girl at the end of August. They are beyond excited to bring this new little lady into the world, and Daren is especially excited to have her become an Iowa Hawkeyes fan. I had a wonderful time getting to know this couple better and thank them for inviting me into their  home during this special time in their lives. I’m so happy for them and can already tell that they are going to be amazing parents!

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Leo and Parker finally home {newborn}

I recently photographed our friend’s newborn twin boys, Leo and Parker, while at the hospital. You can see that shoot here:

http://leahbphoto.com/blog/2011/04/27/welcome-leo-and-parker/

Weeks later, we were finally able to have another shoot in the comfort of their own home. They are now around 5 and 6 lbs and growing more healthy every day. Surprisingly, being how small they still are, they were trying so hard to stay awake and see what was going on! In the moments that they were drifting off to sleep, I think we captured some sweetness that only babies seem to have. I’m really looking forward to capturing photos of these two throughout their first year!

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{welcome leo and parker}

I am often amazed by what the human body, along with help from the medical world, is capable of. Our friends, Mark and Ally, were expecting their baby twin boys, Leo and Parker, in due time, but to their surprise, the boys decided to make their appearance early – a whole 2 months early! A few friends and I saw Ally the night before it all happened, and we would have never known she’d be delivering her boys the next day! Although they weighed in at a mere 2.14 and 2.6 lbs, they are healthy little ones on their way to almost going home. I was happy to take a few photos in the hospital, since this was their first “home” – but I know Mark and Ally are anxiously awaiting the day that they can take them (home). I am excited to capture a few more moments of these adorable little individuals at home and to see what I can do creatively since I have not yet photographed twins! We are so happy for them all and continue to pray for healthy days ahead.

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{trevden- 6 months}

I photographed Trevden Cole as a newborn about 6 months ago. I am continually amazed by how fast kids change! Well yeah… that’s what they do right, they grow… Not having any myself yet, I guess I’m just not able to see the continuous developments that they go through from day to day, so it’s always a surprise that my clients (babies;) look and act like a completely different person when I see them next! This little guy continues to get more adorable the older he gets. He is now sitting up, teething, has lighter hair, grabs my hair and is at that point where he is so curious at the world around him. I can’t wait to see him again when he turns one year! Thank you Amber and Curt for coming to our home for the shoot!

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{welcome dane}

Arica and Ryan are one of those couples whom, when you first meet, you feel like you’ve known forever. We had so much fun capturing some precious and some more intimate moments with their new little addition, Dane, who was just born in February. He is an absolute cutie and did amazing with his first photo shoot. I am excited to share just a handful of images that show the love within this family.

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{welcome Leila Jade}

Not too long ago, I captured my good friends, Jamee and Dusty, just before they were expecting their first precious little girl, Leila Jade.

(See shoot here) http://leahbphoto.com/blog/2011/01/09/loving-leila/

Now that Leila has arrived, I was so happy to capture her within the first few weeks, the time when they seem so curious at this new world all around them. Leila was awake for the majority of our shoot, but we still managed to get some sweet moments just as she dozed off. I absolutely love all the little outfits that they had picked out for her, and this first one in particular is one of Jamee’s favorite since she’s a Raiders fan. Sorry Dusty… I can’t wait to see Leila grow up, and I’m so excited that they’re having me take photos of her over the first year! I have no doubt she is going to blossom into an amazing person, just as her parents are.

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{Jack 6 months}

I’m so glad that Amanda and Owen decided to do a 1st year package with me, as I get to see this little cutie grow up over the year! Jack is already 6 months old, and again, I am reminded of how fast time goes. When they first arrived, little Jack was sound asleep and gave me the biggest smile as he woke up! You’ll see some wide eyes and smiles in the very beginning, and then as the shoot went on, you can see in his eyes that he was definitely tuckered out and eventually fell right back asleep. So cute.

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{loving leila}

Since moving to Omaha, I’ve met some amazing people, some who have become very close friends. We’ve always joked about who would be “the first” in our little group of friends, and it was last Summer that we found out that our friends Jamee and Dusty were expecting! We couldn’t be more thrilled for these two who are due in just a little more than a month, and you can tell that they already have so much love for their little one, Leila. I was happy to photograph such a proud time in their lives so that they can look back it it for years to come. Jamee is already a glowing soon-to-be momma, and she looks absolutely incredible.  During the whole shoot, we could see Leila kicking and moving around, to the point that it was a challenge balancing the little blocks that you’ll see below! I am so excited to meet her, and it will be fun to see who is next!!

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{jack’s first christmas}

Having already taken this cutie’s newborn photos, I’m so excited to now have the chance to capture him throughout his whole first year! Little Jack is 3 months now and he’s all ready for his first Christmas experience. Here’s a sneak peek at some of his adorableness. Thank you, Amanda and Owen, for once again having me into your beautiful home!

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{Emma Grace}

On one of my previous posts, I announced the arrival of my new baby niece, Emma Grace, who was born on August 15th. Scott and I finally got to meet the little sweetie pie last weekend when we made a trip out to Oregon to visit my sister and her husband. It was so much fun to experience how much joy a little one can bring to everyone around. The smallest expressions brought a smile to my face every time, and it was the best feeling having her snuggle up with you and fall asleep in your arms. Emma definitely loves being right up close to people at all times, so I didn’t get to do all the “creative” shots I wanted to try, but I still captured her sweetness as she experienced the world around her. Welcome Emma Grace! I can’t wait to see her grow up into a beautiful little girl over the years.

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{caleb b}

This evening I photographed Caleb, who is now 6 months old. He is my adorable little nephew and also the first newborn I’ve ever photographed! (see very first blog). Capturing him now at 6 months makes me realize how fast the time goes and how these little ones are no longer, well, little! Soon enough he’ll be walkin’ and talkin’! I’m so excited to see what his personality becomes over the years. One thing is for sure… he better get used to having a camera around! Here’s a sneak peek from today’s shoot.

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{baby hayden }

Today I had the pleasure of photographing one of my favorite subjects ~ babies! Happy 3 months to baby Hayden who is quite the cutie with adorable hair! I always enjoy how the faces of little ones can go from curiosity to pure joy in an instant, so you never know what you’re going to capture – you just know that no matter what, it’s always going to be precious- it’s a baby! This little guy had so many great expressions, I had too much fun capturing them all. Here’s a peek at some moments from today.

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{so sweet}

I absolutely love photographing newborns, and today I had the pleasure of getting to know Alicia, Jason, and their oh-so-sweet little girl, Ella. She did an amazing job being just a month old as she stayed awake almost the whole time and barely fussed at all. I had a great time with this adorable family and hope I captured this new time in their life just right so they can look back on it for years to come!

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{anticipating their first arrival}

Gina & Mike had their first baby at the start of the New Year in 2010. A month or so before the due date, Gina wanted a few moments captured, and since they did not know the sex of the baby, I decided to get a little creative. Their dog Cloe even wanted in on all the excitement! They are such an adorable family, and I can’t wait to meet the newest member,  Lucille Elizabeth.

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