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Allison Patel 4/11/23 Allison Patel 4/11/23

Dogs Welcome: Newborn Photos in Chesterfield

Dogs aren’t “like” family. They are family. And they’re welcome to join us for your newborn photo session at home.

Allison Patel 3/7/23 Allison Patel 3/7/23

Six Days Old: A Midlothian Newborn Story

What’s it like to have a lifestyle newborn photo session in your home when your baby is just six days old? Read CJ’s story and find out.

Allison Patel 2/7/23 Allison Patel 2/7/23

Eight Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Became a Parent

A list of things I wish I’d known (that nobody told me) before I became a parent of a newborn.

Allison Patel 12/13/22 Allison Patel 12/13/22

Why I Hired a Doula for My Second Birth

I hired a doula for my daughter’s birth, even though I’d already done birth before and knew (sort of) what to expect. Here’s why I hired a doula for my second birth.

Allison Patel 11/8/22 Allison Patel 11/8/22

Family Stories: One Big Thank You

Each family that contacts me for photography has a different reason, a different story. Thank you for allowing me to help you tell your story, in whatever phase of life you’re in.

Allison Patel 11/1/22 Allison Patel 11/1/22

How to Prepare for a Photo Session (The Night Before)

You’ve never, ever put off preparing for your professional photo session until the last minute (like, the night before). Only disorganized people do that, right? Here are some last-minute prep items for disorganized people (not you).

Allison Patel 10/25/22 Allison Patel 10/25/22

5 Questions to Ask HR About Parental Leave in the United States

You don’t know what you don’t know about parental leave. Here are 5 questions to ask your HR representative about parental leave when you’re planning to welcome a baby into your life.

Allison Patel 10/11/22 Allison Patel 10/11/22

What is “Lifestyle Photography?” Photographer Lingo, Explained

What exactly IS Lifestyle Photography? What does it mean, and how fancy should you make your accent while in a lifestyle photography session? I’ll tell you.

Allison Patel 9/27/22 Allison Patel 9/27/22

5 Questions for an RVA-Based Certified Lactation Counselor

Breastfeeding can be beautiful, but it can also be hard, frustrating, and leave you feeling alone. Combat those tough feelings with some proactive resources and a place to start when you need more help.

Allison Patel 9/20/22 Allison Patel 9/20/22

5 Photos to Take in the Hospital

Here are 5 photos you’ll want to take in the hospital before, during, and after having a newborn baby. It’s a short list to help you remember, but write them down. Or print this and put it in your hospital bag. Pregnancy brain is real.