Why have a Baby Milestone Session: Oshawa Toronto Baby Studio Photographer
Why bother having a Baby Milestone session? Well mama, those chubby fingers and toes won’t stay like that. The cute baby feet and way their fingers curl into a fist will be crawling all over the floor before you know it. If they aren’t already doing so. Seriously, they grow FAST! Documenting this first year and stages you love is something I know you won’t ever regret. Plus think of it this way, these photographs will grow in value year after year. I promise.
When do I book a Baby Milestone session?
Baby Milestone sessions are typically done between 6-8 months and 9-12 months of age. If you’ve had a Maternity session with us and are planning to document your little bundle of love these are amazing ages to photograph. I would put money on it that baby has learned a new skill or two. I’d love to see what that is and document it for you to remember. Babies are so sweet and silly that even playing peek a boo is made into a game while they are here. My studio is relaxes, bright and welcoming. A welcoming environment for babies to feel safe and can let their personalities shine through.
Petra King Photography specializes in growing families in the Oshawa, Bowmanville, Courtice, Whitby, Durham Region, Toronto, GTA and surrounding areas.
I am so happy you are here and would love to tell you more and answer all your questions. From wardrobe, what to expect, artwork and everything in between. We make sure that every detail is covered so that your custom experience is everything it should be,
If you are interested in a custom portrait session with Petra King Photography and would like more information, please click here. Of course you can always follow along on Instagram for behind the scenes and the latest from our sessions and events.
Studio sessions are booking 3 months in advance. To make sure we have availability, please reserve your date early.
Petra King Photography’s studio celebrates Motherhood & Milestones in the Oshawa, Bowmanville, Courtice, Whitby, Durham Region, Toronto, GTA and surrounding areas.
Amalia's Maternity Session: Toronto Oshawa Maternity Photographer
When I first connected with Amalia she informed me she was looking to capture her 2nd pregnancy with her little family. She also wanted to incorporate a sentimental outfit. So of course I couldn’t wait to see what this was. Amalia and her family came in from the west end of Toronto. Although they call Italy home, and are fairly new to Canada they are fitting and adjusting perfectly!
See those adorable overalls? They came all the way from Italy and Amaila’s mother wore them when she was expecting her. I mean…how cute is that? I LOVE when clients bring in a little piece of them and items that are sentimental. Call me old fashioned but it’s little details like this that really make your session that much more memorable.
Thank you Amalia and family. We had so much fun with our session and I can’t wait to welcome you back into the studio in the near future. All the best with your sweet baby girl! We can’t wait to hear of her arrival. xo
A Little Pumpkin Turns One!
Oh sweet Karlyn..how you captured our hearts.
Oh Hi! Meet Karlyn. Her sweet mama brought her into the studio to celebrate her 1st Birthday and boy was it ever a fun one.
Can we just take a moment to adore this gorgeous custom cake from Sweetery.ca. W e have worked with Danielle (baker extraordinaire) for the last 4 years. She is our go to for all our PKP and Aspen Little Sessions.
All natural ingredients. Custom made to order so you know it’s FRESH and tastes absolutely DELICIOUS.
Karlyn couldn’t wait to dive into this beautiful pumpkin cake.
Girl means business I tell ya lol.
Cake smash sessions in the studio are fun. We almost always start with some classic portraits first. I do this for 2 reasons:
To document your little one and their personality, newly learned skills and silliness
2. So you and your family have gorgeous classic and timeless portraits to add to your baby albums and to hang down through the generations.
Then we get to business. Cake sessions are a fun way to celebrate. In my experience, they either love it and dive right in…like sweet Miss. Karlyn, or they don’t. Babies who aren’t quite in love with cake, don’t like their hands getting dirty and while adorable to capture our sessions are baby led. When they have had enough, we stop shooting.
Scroll to the last image in this slideshow…she clearly had a ball!
Till next time, Happy Birthday sweet girl. We hope to see you again in the near future.
Petra
xo
A French Connection
Rewind to 2021 when my path crossed with the loving and very thoughtful Anne- Sophie. She had inquired about a maternity session all the way from Paris France! How cool is that? Her life long best friend lives in Toronto and she was expecting her first child. Anne-Sophie wanted to gift her with an experience she could cherish forever. But like all the previous 2020/2021 sessions before them we sadly had to postpone.
Introducing Nora…
Mum Helene and Dad Bob brought sweet Nora into the studio to celebrate a baby session instead. Nora was 3 months at this time and a total doll.
Sweet Nora oh how you are loved. As you can tell, she adored being held. She also loved a good conversation too. So sweet…
I fell in love with their dynamics, their excitement and how completely smitten they are with their daughter. Congratulations Helene and Bob, she is gorgeous!
Thank you Anne-Sophie for allowing them to come in and document this beautiful milestone together (even if it was delayed).
These memories they will have forever and pass down to Nora when she is older.
Merci Beaucoup. jusqu'à la prochaine fois!
Beaucoup d'amour,
Petra
New Addition: Sigalas Family Glimpse
Would you look at these STUNNING David Austin Wedding Roses from Aspen Florist. Julianna reached out to the studio to book our David Austin Baby Package with Aspen Florist to celebrate the arrival of her 2nd daughter.
This sweet little lady joined the S. Family and busy, excited big sister. Mom and Dad named her to most sweetest old soul and sentimental name…Delilah Jaye.
Miss. Delilah…you are so loved. Your big sister is a ball of energy and can’t wait till you are old enough to run around and play. Until then, welcome to the family sweetie. Your Uncle Jaye would have adored you so.
Special thanks to Mom, Dad and Lisa for this gorgeous Floral Baby session. We can’t wait to watch you grow and see you back in the studio soon.
Much love,
P
xx
A Breastfeeding Journey
When Camara asked if I would document a little of her journey as a new mom and what breastfeeding is for her I jumped at the opportunity. You may remember her from her Maternity Session here. For many new moms (myself included) it didn’t come easy or natural. It was anything but. Which is crazy, one of the most basic functions as a new mom can be so stressful and depressing.
Over the years I learned to heal. To be proud of myself that I tried and although it wasn’t what I thought it was going to be like, that my children were healthy and happy. It was ME that I had to work on.
That said, it is such a beautiful and momentous time for a mother. The bonding, connection, love, time spent in the fleeting moments of an infants life is one that is hard (at times) to put into words.
Our session was a collection of all things motherhood. I adore these images and memories we made together. They speak to my mama heart and fill my cup. I hope they do for you too!
So proud of you mama. Thank you for sharing a snippet of what Breastfeeding sweet Cayden looks like with us.
Still so in love with these images.
Lots of love…look forward to the next session together.
All the best,
P
xo