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Feeding Your Baby, Your Way: Why Inclusive and Comprehensive Baby Feeding Education Matters for Every Family by Candy Baracat-Donovan, Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Counselor, Co-Founder of Like A Sister

Learning how to feed Baby is one of the most personal, emotional parts of new parenthood, and also one of the most overwhelming. Thinking back to my own experiences. My first daughter was born 7 weeks premature, and for a variety of reasons we were never able to breastfeed. I pumped exclusively for her for...

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Alternative Education: Your Options for a Stronger Learning Experience, by Jenna Myers aka “The Sophisticated Teacher”

family of 3 dancing under blooming cherry blossom trees in Loudoun County.

The choices we make for our kids’ education will have a lasting impact, and finding what truly works for each unique child is crucial. Living in a world where we are subject to constant judgement thanks to social media can make it difficult to tune in to those needs, especially if you are feeling like...

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The Power of Purposeful and Open-Ended Play in Early Childhood Development by Wonder Childhood Discovery

My kids are older now, but it wasn’t that long ago I was searching for play places near me in Loudoun County and coming up largely empty-handed. 15 years ago there just wasn’t as big of a focus on the importance of spaces that nurture creativity and imagination in our littlest kiddos. When I first...

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Managing Meltdowns When Summer Feels Like Too Much by Dawn Van Berkel, Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, CST

As a mom of two, family photographer, and substitute elementary school teacher, I know how overwhelming it can be to create a supportive environment for our kids. One of the biggest challenges, especially with neurodiverse children, is managing meltdowns when things feel too overwhelming. That’s why I’m thrilled to share this expert blog post from...

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Pacifiers, Thumb Sucking, and Your Child’s Smile: What Every Parent Should Know by SmileCity Pediatric Dentistry

As a family photographer, I know how important it is to capture the smiles and moments that define our children’s growth. But when it comes to maintaining that beautiful smile, habits like pacifiers and thumb sucking can sometimes get in the way. That’s why I’m excited to share this helpful blog post from Dr. Mark...

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Hi! I'm Blaire.

I'm a beach bum from New York, living life with a cup of coffee in one hand and a camera in the other.

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Our clients happily invest $1,200–$3,500+ in their Northern Virginia photography experience, available in: Loudoun County (Leesburg, Purcellville, Middleburg, Lovettsville, Round Hill, Hillsboro, Hamilton, Ashburn, Sterling, South Riding, Brambleton, Lansdowne, Broadlands, Aldie, Waterford, Arcola, Lincoln, Paeonian Springs, Stone Ridge); Fairfax County (Herndon, Vienna, Clifton, Reston, McLean, Great Falls, Fairfax, Annandale, Falls Church, Springfield, Burke, Lorton, Oakton, Chantilly, Centreville, Merrifield, Dunn Loring, West Springfield, Franconia, Mount Vernon, Fair Lakes, Fair Oaks, Kings Park, Kings Park West, Lake Barcroft); Arlington; Alexandria; and Washington DC.

 

Specializing in lifestyle newborn, family, and high school senior photography; we don’t just take pictures, we create art that captures your story with intention and an edge of magic.