I have been on a mad hunt to round up the best healthy meals for postpartum moms. Ones that are easy to make, use clean ingredients and are allergen-friendly. Easier said than done, right?? After having baby #6 a friend brought us this rice and we declared it the best rice we’ve ever had. I […]

Cutting your kids hair at home is a great way to save money and time! We have a family of 8 so even if we stretched it 6-8 weeks between cuts we still found ourselves spending over a thousand dollars a year. Add gas, tip, and the money we spent on eating out afterward and […]

Picture books are one of my favorite ways to ring in a new season. With pumpkins, apples and falling leaves, these are guaranteed to bring out all the cozy feelings. There’s a wide age range between my kids so I like to pick books that the whole family can enjoy. Focusing on great artwork and […]

Life as a Franklin Photographer can be pretty sweet. Franklin, Tennessee is known for its southern hospitality, historic charm, and scenic beauty. For this photo session, we chose a location that embodied the essence of Franklin’s unique character, ensuring that the Gimino family’s photos would be a reflection of their love story set against this […]

Using basic composition techniques to level up your photos is a crucial skill every photographer needs to know. Composition influences how viewers perceive and connect with your images. It goes beyond technical skills and equipment—it’s about how elements within a photograph interact with each other. Think about negative space, trees, skylines, fences, buildings, any environmental […]

Having a Client Wardrobe is all the rage right now for motherhood and family photographers. And I am here for it! If it aligns with the type of business and life you want to build. But this isn’t one of those black and white business decisions. So I’m going to help walk you through some […]

Homeschooling with toddlers can be an enriching experience but not always easy if you have older ones to contend with. But it is possible to engage and educate young children while having fun using a few simple techniques that we’ve learned to love in our own homeschool routine. A baby or toddler has been under […]

Exciting things are coming to our 2023/2024 homeschool curriculum! Today I’m sharing what we’ve used for the past 4 years and why our growing family needs a change. Honestly, I’ve been in what feels like a black hole since 2020. On top of the pandemic, we had two babies, needed significant house repairs, and struggled […]

If you want to whip up a refreshing treat for your family, add this homemade strawberry lemonade slushy to your list! It’s a perfect blend of fruity sweetness and tangy goodness that will surely be a hit this summer. Start by combining fresh strawberries, freshly squeezed lemon juice (or organic lemonade!), and a touch of […]

Brentwood, Tennessee is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery. It provided the perfect backdrop for this magical family photo session at sunset. With the sky painted hues of gold and pink, casting a soft, ethereal glow over the mountain, it’s every photographer’s dream! I first met the Bell family when mom, Mallory, and I […]