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Melbourne Maternity, Newborn & Family Photography Blog

A curated collection of maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography insights in Melbourne, designed to guide you through every stage of your journey.

Whether you’re expecting your first baby or navigating life with growing children, you’ll find guidance here that feels calm, considered, and genuinely helpful.


With my Eldest starting High School next year, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about how hard high school can be on kids. How one person’s comment or opinion can completely crush you as a person and make you stop chasing those dreams. Every single one of us has a sparkle. That special something […]

Family, Family Photography, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

December 20, 2024

Finding Your Sparkle

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. From round ligament pain and heartburn to gestational diabetes and morning sickness, mums-to-be often face various discomforts as their bodies adapt to nurturing a growing baby. In this blog post, we’ll explore Natural Relief for Common Pregnancy Discomforts, keeping […]

Maternity Photography, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

December 20, 2024

Natural Relief for Common Pregnancy Discomforts

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, full of joy, excitement, and, yes, challenges. As you prepare to welcome your little one into the world, it’s essential to prioritise your health and well-being. These pregnancy care tips will help you navigate this special time with confidence, ensuring both you and your baby thrive. 1. Prioritise Your Nutrition […]

Maternity Photography, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

December 9, 2024

Pregnancy Care Tips.

Planning a first birthday party is an exciting milestone, so here are The 10 Best Places for a One-Year-Old’s Birthday Party! Melbourne and its surrounding suburbs offer many fantastic options, from beautiful parks to indoor play centres and even zoos. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor space to set up a picnic or a play […]

Cake Smash Photography, Family, Parenting

October 18, 2024

The 10 Best Places for a One-Year-Old’s Birthday Party

The Best Places for a One-Year-Old's Birthday Party

Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of baby cues? Your little one may not be chatting away just yet, but they’re communicating with you in their own special way. Let’s explore the 3 baby cues you should know. 1. Back Arching When your bub arches their back, it could be a sign […]

Mental Health & Wellbeing, Newborn Photography, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

March 19, 2024

3 baby cues you should know…

Mum’s Ultimate Guide to a Happy Back-to-School Transition! Can you believe the holidays are almost over? (YAYYY a little) It’s time to get back into the school swing, and I’ve got some super-friendly tips to make the whole process a walk in the park for you and your little ones. So lets check out our […]

Family, Parenting

January 28, 2024

7 back to school tips to help you get back into the swing of it

Congratulations on the arrival or soon arrival of your precious newborn twins! As you embark on this incredible journey of parenthood, we understand that it can be simultaneously exhilarating and overwhelming, especially if you have young siblings in the mix. In this friendly and trusting guide, we’re going to share “Twins and Older siblings – […]

Family, Family Photography, Maternity Photography, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Newborn Photography, Parenting

September 15, 2023

Twins and Older siblings – 5 tips for a smoother transition.

So you’re going to be a dad! Congratulations! Say goodbye to your nights at the pub with your mates and lazy Saturdays on the golf course coz things are gonna change. Hahah, ok ok calm down. I’m kidding. Well, kind of. Seriously … golf? It goes for like 6 hours. You might wanna consider taking […]

Family Photography, Newborn Photography, Parenting

November 16, 2020

Welcome to fatherhood … the scariest hood you’ll ever go through.

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