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Welcome and thanks for visiting the blog! I'm Laura and I am a photographer in the Phoenix area specializing in custom maternity, newborn, children's, engagement and family portraiture. I have a modern and fun style and I love to capture those unexpected moments. This is where you can view sneak peeks from recent sessions and special offers. I always love to receive comments! :) Please visit my website for more images and lots of information like what a session with me is like and what to wear. I would love to make those moments into memories for your family! Email me at laura@laurawinslowphotography.com for more info. I would love to hear from you!
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“Birth is the sudden opening of a window, through which you look out upon a stupendous prospect. For what has happened? A miracle. You have exchanged nothing for the possibility of everything.”
~William MacNeile
How does one begin to describe an experience this beautiful? I never blogged about this perfect birth experienceI had the opportunity to photograph because I felt that I didn’t have the perfect words to express the beauty of it. Perhaps there are no perfect words, though. Miracles and some of the most raw experiences in life are indescribable, are they not? How could you ever truly describe the beauty of holding your child for the first time, the smell of their skin or the utter smallness of their toes? Now, try to describe someone else’s experience. Not possible, right?
I thought it fitting to post this slideshow during this Mother’s Day weekend. This powerful mother amazed me with her quiet strength and brought tears to my eyes as her husband caught their baby in the water. She labored at home in a birthing tub, surrounded by family and her supportive team (Stephanie Soderblom and Noelia Waldo of Nurturing Hearts Birth Services). Her three daughters flowed softly in and out of the room, each experiencing the impending arrival of their brother in different ways. There was laughter, tranquility, warmth and love. This sweet baby boy was welcomed into his family and immediately was home, in more ways than one.
Turn up the volume, sit back and experience what my eyes and heart saw and felt as I photographed the birth of sweet baby Dane. You can view the slideshow below or full screen here. All my love, W family. You are nothing short of amazing, Mama.
Happy Mother’s Day to you and to all the mamas out there.
“A brother and sister share childhood memories and grown-up dreams. ”
~Author Unknown
This was a special session. Our dear friends welcomed their new baby girl into this world, and we couldn’t be happier. It is such a strange and wonderful thing to see your friend become a mother of TWO. It is hard to describe, but it took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes when I first saw her holding her daughter. It brought back so many memories of when we brought Addie home, and how Jack’s life changed forever (in a wonderful way!). We love little D, the big bro, so much, and he is such a good friend to Jack. The kiddos in our group are almost like siblings, so it is so.much.fun to welcome another little one into it. When all of us girls met, we had almost and just-turned one year old babies. Since then, we have added four more babies into the mix. Such an awesome circle of love and friendship. You all are such amazing parents, and I am so thrilled for you. Miss M is simply beautiful, and the perfect addition. Enjoy your sneak peeks!
This might just be one of my faves. For some reason, it just speaks to me. Maybe because I have a son and a daughter, too. I just love how his little hand is cupping his mom’s face as he looks at her. Moms, do you feel what I feel when I look at this?
I adore this yellow and white blanket–it was her great-grandmother’s, and she was instantly calm and peaceful on it.
Three generations of beautiful women.
xoxo,
laura
Adorable green and purple cocoons by the talented Roxxi of Up Above Creations.
“Life is a flame that is always burning itself out, but it catches fire again every time a child is born.”
~George Bernard Shaw
This little sweetheart is just such a doll, and I adored his wispy blonde hair! I love his nursery, too! SO adorable!! Check out his name on the wall! He might have had a bit of an eventful arrival, but he is just as calm as can be and simply perfect. He is a wonderful eater, and as is usual with newborn sessions, we worked around his schedule so that he was content and had a full belly. What a little angel! The new mom and dad are obviously overjoyed and so in love with their new little man. How could you not be?! I also enjoyed chatting with them–it was such a pleasure to meet the both of you. Thank you for having me to your home and trusting me with these amazing first moments of you miracle. Enjoy your sneak peeks!
Thanks so much for all of the fabu comments on the awesome goodies in the Polka Dot Posh + Ivy and A boutiques! They rock, right?!
The winner of the $19 gift certificate to Polka Dot Posh and the guitar bib and pant set from Ivy and A is……………….
Jen Ray! Jen, just email your address and info to laura@laurawinslowphotography.com Thanks bunches!
Yay! Thanks so much to all those that entered and became fans and followers of both shops. Love you all! Stay tuned for a giveaway from another fun boutique, Red Pajamas! This time, the winner will receive a pair of their skinny jeans for your baby or toddler!! Can you even stand it?! I heart skinny jeans!!
This new little family was just so incredibly sweet and in love with their new daughter. During newborn sessions, there is plenty of time for feeding, soothing and lulling baby back to sleep. So, we had a little downtime to chat while this sweetie was getting her little belly fed. As we were chatting, I teared up as the new dad said, “If I would have known that it was going to be this good, I would have had children a long time ago.” That, my friends, is the magic of parenthood. Something that, before it happens to you, seems wonderful–but when you actually have a baby of your own you realize that wonderful will never be enough to describe the love, emotions and protectiveness you feel toward this small human being. I don’t think there is a word strong and all-encompassing enough in the English language to describe what happens to you when you become a parent. I love being able to see that happen to new parents when I meet them and their days-old son or daughter for the first time. Ah, bliss. This little peanut weighed in at 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was so beautiful. She snoozed happily and was such an agreeable little model. She worked up quite the appetite by the end of the session. It was wonderful to meet all of you and to talk with you. Thanks so much for opening your home. Enjoy your sneak peeks!
“A child is God’s opinion that life should go on.”
~Author unknown
This sweet baby boy was born just days before Christmas. Can you imagine a more divine gift? His wonderful mom and dad–who I got to hang out with during their maternity session here–are naturally just thrilled. They decided to keep the gender a surprise, so you can imagine how sweet it was in the delivery room to hear, “It’s a boy!!” He is so sweet and calm–I could have cuddled him all day!! Don’t you just adore his darling red hair, too? Congrats, B family. Savor each and every moment with your amazing little gift.
“When that baby looks into your eyes and you know it’s yours, you know what it means to be alive.”
~ Anonymous
What an amazing “job” I have. I just feel so lucky to be able to hold babies that weren’t even here just a few short days prior. What a miraculous thing to be able to look into a baby’s eyes and to truly see the whole world before them. Seriously. I am in awe each time I leave a newborn session. I have definitely been getting my baby fix this month! This little man was the third little newbie for December, and another client just welcomed a baby boy this morning. That makes four boys for December! Isn’t he so sweet? His parents and big sisters (aren’t they just beautiful, too?!) are obviously in love with him already, and really how could you not be? Mom and Dad had so many fun ideas–we put this little guy into a stocking, a football helmet (with a strong middle name like Packer can you guess what team is a family fave?), a Santa outfit and so many cute little hats. Dad is in the jewelry business, so we just had to show how little this sweetie’s toes are by trying Dad’s ring on for size. He was such a good sport and patiently modeled for me for several hours. I just had to post the one of him in the stocking because I love how he is seemingly fascinated by his cute little hands. Thank you for welcoming me into your home–I can’t wait for you to see the rest! Enjoy your sneak peeks!
” I think that I see something deeper, more infinite, more eternal than the ocean in the expression of the eyes of a little baby when it wakes in the morning and coos or laughs because it sees the sun shining on its cradle. “
~Vincent van Gogh
I fell in love with this little man the instant I saw him. He started off the session by giving me some adorable smiles and later showed off his stunning baby blues. I just adore this amazing yellow blanket–it belonged to this little man’s great grandmother. I love to photograph newborns with items of sentimental value or importance. It makes the photographs that much more special. Mom and dad are obviously smitten with their new sweetie, and it shone through in their images. It was amazing to meet you all, thanks so much for allowing me the honor of photographing your beautiful family.
“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart”
~Author Unknown
This little angel was due to arrive just a few days after Christmas. Instead, he made his debut a full month early. He is just so darling and it was just so wonderful to meet him and his family. I feel so blessed to be able to photograph and meet so many amazing people. Really, I just don’t know how I get lucky every.single.time. and meet these interesting, sweet people who have so many life stories to tell. Mom was so easy to talk to and we had a great deal in common. She had the most fabulous props…ummm, I mean furniture…:) to use! Check out this awesome zebra print ottoman and the cool chandelier. If you ever decide not to stay in the nursing field, there’s always a career in interior design, girlie! It was an honor to photograph your darling little man. Thank you!
Wow. This little redhead has grown up so much since I last saw her for her newborn session back in July. She was a gorgeous newborn, and she is a gorgeous baby, too! Check out those eyes! I just love this family–so sweet and they adore their daughter. I can’t wait until mama starts to sell some of the awesome kids clothes she makes! Hint, hint girlie–get going! He he!
