Capturing the sibling bond is special. I’ve photographed I don’t know how many newborns in this exact spot. The goal, to capture every tiny smirk, little stretch, and big yawn I can. When families choose to use me again for their second child the pictures are even more special. The pictures once done with your […]

Throughout my lifetime, I have learned a great deal about babies. And as most people know, with babies comes stuff, and lots of it! Baby products are everywhere we look. Almost every store we go to, all over social media. It can be overwhelming (especially as a first time mom) trying to figure out what […]

“What if my baby won’t sleep during the newborn session?” This is always one of the number one questions I get asked. And if it’s not asked it is usually implied in saying things like, “I hope she cooperates,” “Oh goodness I really don’t know if he’s going to stay asleep,” or “I hope she’s […]

    Baby bath time can be a great, relaxing escape for us adults, especially you momma’s (which is what I think of when I photograph my ShayLeigh Photography maternity milkbath shoots), but it can be just as fun for babies too! It’s a chance for baby to learn about the beauty of bath time, […]

School is just about out, the shore is open, and the sweet, sweet smell of boardwalk pizza is once again taking over the east coast. It’s summer time! Summer is my favorite season for ShayLeigh Photography family photography sessions, and like everyone else, I also love a beautiful beach vacation. And baby will likely love […]