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Healthy Pregnancy

Heard the saying, healthy mom, healthy baby right?  It's true!  Whether you are TTC or pregnant already it's so important to take care of you!  It's SO easy too! You don't have to do this alone either.  It's fun to get your family and friends involved too. Not only for health reasons but for a better living for your future. However if you DO need guidance check out this cool website to get your started.  Baby Bump Meals is an online tool and tips to help with meal plans and your daily nutritional needs.

There is also a ton of information out there.  Our family recently purchased a Breville Juicer this past year and I am totally in love with all the combinations we have come up with so far.  We have always been a smoothie family and I am lucky that the kids are not picky eaters. It sure helps that my husband is a Chef, but I'm proud that the kids paletes are so diverse.

Smoothies are an awesome quick way to get lots of vitamins and antioxidents in. Healthy benefits 100% not to mention fills you up!

 

So go ahead, I challenge you to get healthy!  Enjoy exploring new food items and have fun!

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Natural Light Newborns:: On the flip side

I would have to say that 99.9% of my newborn photography is with studio lighting.  However there are times when natural lighting sessions are done. Equally beautiful and just as unique for the new parents, newborn sessions really are hands down the most precious way to celebrate your little ones arrival.

 

 

 

Expecting or know someone who is? Contact me today for more info on how to book a Maternity Session OR a Newborn Session.  Maternity sessions on location are SO much fun.  Just take a look at a recent one with a stunning mama found HERE. 

 

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Bokeh:: 40 great photographs

Thanks for all the emails and interest on the Photography Tips of late.  Inspired to do more, here's some more helpful info for you all.

I recently came across this link in my Twitter feed and thought it was pretty cool.  Not only are these images awesome, but it explains just what Bokeh really is. The term Bokeh refers to the areas that are out of focus in an image.  Want to learn more?  Read up on the info below!

40 Brilliant Bokeh Blur Photos

http://www.flickr.com/photos/48708810@N03/4501822939/

 

Come follow me on Twitter and "Like" the Fanpage on Facebook!

See you soon,

P

 

 

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Expectant and new moms:: Helpful Resources

I've compiled a list of some local businesses that are awesome and helpful for any new parent. Enjoy!

FitMom- Jennifer Rogers

Toronto Doula Group- Stephanie Alouche

Monkeywear Baby Carriers- Jenifer Clarke

Bubblegirlknit & Crochet- Lisa Charbonneau

Petite Chic- Nicole Koogje Vos

WeeHands-Sara Bingham

Lil-Sugar.ca- Meri

Weewelcome.ca-Maureen Dennis

TorontoMomNow

Helpwevegotkids-Tracie Wagman

Ohbabymagazine.com-Sandy Pedrogao

 

Want to be featured or know a business who does?  Contact me for more information. I'd LOVE to help promote.

Have a great Monday!

P

 

 

 

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Newborn Session Tip #2: How to prepare for your session.

Today's blog post is part 2 of How to prepare for your newborn session.  See yesterday's post for more information and helpful tips. Clothing:

Since the main focal point of our session together is your newborn baby, Things are kept to a minimum so that I can showcase the real reason why you are here. To announce and celebrate your newest family addition.  Often times mom and dad prefer to focus just on baby and this is totally fine. However I do love it when mom is willing to jump in for a few photographs with baby.  Whether you'd like a relaxed casual session with your newborn or both parents present, this session is as unique as you are.  Your clothing is no different.  I generally advise to keep things simple.  Light airy clothing allows for some softer images. Mom, I like to suggest cotton knit camisoles, long or short sleeve tops ( solid colours work best) and don't be afraid to layer. This allows for us to hide areas that we are not ready to show off yet, and still feel beautiful and proud!  Dads, again solid colours work well, refrain from busy prints/graffic tee's and button down shirts.  Treat your newborn family photographs as one outfit. Compliment each other and know that be comfortable in your jeans ( for both) or mom in a light airy skirt.Wrinkles do show up in photographs so it's best to keep things neat and tidy.

I usually start off focusing my attention on baby and then encorporate any other images needed during the session afterwards. Should there be something unique to your family or a photograph you've seen on the website or blog and just have to have it. Please let me know. I love knowing that you've taken the time and done some homework researching prior to arrival.

Lastly, relax and don't forget to breathe.  You are in wonderful hands and I promise to WOW you with the images we will create for your baby. A box of Kleenex will be close at hand :)

Here's a recent testimonial from a client:

"My husband and I had the most wonderful experience with Petra during our sons’ newborn session. She is amazingly talented and it shows through our beautiful pictures. I can't thank her enough for spending precious time with our sweet baby Daniel. She took this incredibly special time in our life and made it into memories we will be able to cherish forever. We are looking forward to doing many more family photo sessions with Petra King Photography in the near future."-Liz

See you soon.

P

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The Winter Sale is still going on till Feb 10th. To book a session today at these hot prices or for more

information. Please click the link HERE.

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Newborn Session Tip #1 : How to prepare for your session

Having a newborn session is very different from any other portrait session your baby will have.  Photographing a new arrival within the first two weeks of life is nothing shy of amazing.  It also allows me to capture your little one's fleeting moments.  These moments go by in the blink of an eye.  Mom and Dad are sleep deprived, drained but oh so excited.  Your newborn session is scheduled well before baby arrives.  Once this is done, I like to keep in touch with my clients. I generally advise them to keep me posted with things. Most of my clients will call while in the hospital ( or on the way to the hospital) excited and slightly scared. I LOVE this. Some reassuring words and a good luck helps greatly.  The final date and time for a newborn session is made once mom has had baby or JUST home. This way the session is not forgotten or put off until baby is older and the newborn stage unfortunately cannot be re-created. YOU:

It's also VERY important to take care of YOU!  Believe me I've been there. Once baby arrives. ALL your attention and focus is on this new little life and everything else gets put on the back burner. However if you don't take time for you ( yes it can be done) in a short period of time you'll realize just how fast you crash. And it's NOT pretty. Your hormones are a screaming roller coaster mess and you cry at the drop of a hat.  If you are participating in your baby's newborn session then there is nothing wrong with accepting help from family and friends so you can get ready too.  I certainly do not expect ( nor want you to) go all out with pampering JUST for the session. It can be as simple as taking care of your hands, neat, clean trimmed nails, natural makeup ( the way you'd normally wear it) and having your hair brushed. Let's face it, even getting around to brushing our teeth and a trip to the bathroom made you feel a million bucks! :)

 Baby:

All of my newborn sessions are done in studio. I am based out of Ajax and work out of my home. We are a pet free ( minus 2 fish), non-smoking household.  Upon arrival to the studio, should baby be sleeping that's AWESOME ;) Let's leave baby as is until we are ready to get going. I will welcome you into my home studio. Get comfortable, and just relax. I've been so blessed during sessions both mom and dad have caught a few zzz's while entrusting me with their newborn. Love that!  When working with your little one, the best way to photograph them is when they are sleeping. Belly full, warm and dry bottom allows me to create some gorgeous magical photographs for you and your family to adorn. We break for feeds, cuddles and changes so don't worry. We will most likely get a good mix of some of his or her personality.  A newborns eyes are not able to focus yet so very often goes cross eyed.  On special occasions though baby will give awesome eye contact to bring tears to any parent. It goes back to what I've said before. It's WHY I do what I do. Touching the heart!

Lastly as far as clothing for baby. Au naturel is best.  I do add a few props in here and there for you, but our main focus is on our most important subject. Baby.  The wrinkles, folds, squish and fuzzy adorable newness of your baby. A few items that come in handy are extra wipes, outfits to travel in just in case lol, burp cloths, diapers and a soother to calm baby.

Helpful tips such as these and what to expect is awesome!  I love providing as much information as I can to my clients so that come session day. We are informed and ready to go! Stress free and a beautiful experience!

Drop me a line, I'd love to hear from you. Stay tuned for Newborn Session Tip #2!

 

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