The Flash Lady Photography Blog Posts and Resources

At-Home Lifestyle Vs. Studio Newborn Photography

The newborn stage goes by way too fast. Capturing those first few days with a professional photography experience ensures you have beautiful memories to cherish forever!  As you research newborn photography options, you will find a big decision to make: whether to choose an at-home lifestyle or studio newborn photography. Both are great options, and…

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What to Wear for Your Central CT Christmas Mini Session

We’re biased here at The Flash Lady Photography, but we think that Christmas mini sessions are the best way to celebrate the holiday season with your loved ones! Whether you’re booking a session where your kids interact with Santa for a truly memorable event or opting for stunning family portraits with the one-of-a-kind backdrop, this…

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How to Choose a Location for Your Pregnancy Photos

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with moments worth capturing. As a maternity photographer based in Newington, CT, my goal is to create meaningful artwork from your pregnancy photos that not only celebrate this unique time but tell your story in a way that feels personal and authentic to you. Each pregnancy is different, and…

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colorful cake smash portraits

The 10 Latest Cake Smash Trends for Your Baby’s First Birthday Photoshoot

Celebrating your baby’s first birthday with a cake smash photography session is a fun and memorable way to capture this special milestone! Over the past few years, cake smash themes have evolved, offering my clients a variety of creative and unique options. I won’t lie; cake smashes are some of my favorite sessions! I get…

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Newborn girl photoshoot

What You Should Know About CT Newborn Photography Safety

Nowadays, anyone can buy a camera, assume that as a parent, they can handle newborns, and call themselves a newborn photographer. If you’re looking for a newborn photographer near me on Google or asking in a local Moms Group on Facebook, a lot of results will come up. How can you possibly determine who to…

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6 Benefits of Printing Your Images and Creating Heirloom Portrait Artwork

Handing a client their professionally printed artwork is truly one of the best parts of my job! I know I’ve just handed them an heirloom piece that their family will treasure forever. We’re in a digital age, but there is power in printing your photos after a professional photography session.  I think back to a…

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black and white portrait in the nursery reading Good Dog, Carl

11 Must-Have Items to Put On Your Baby Registry

Are you having a baby soon!? There is so much to plan and so much to get ready before your little one arrives. You can Google Baby Registry ideas and find all the usual items, but which items will you really need? What are some of the must-haves new moms can’t live without? My daughter…

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Start with choosing mom's outfit and then choose the rest!

What to Wear for Family Photos

You’ve booked your Newington, CT family photographer, and the photo session date is set! Now what? Now you need to decide what to wear for your family photos! For some of my clients, this is easy enough, but this task creates a huge headache for others! You want everyone in your family to look nice…

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newborn girl is safely posed on a pillow

What is Full-Service Newborn Photography?

If you’re expecting a baby and researching Wethersfield newborn photography or another nearby town in central Connecticut, congratulations! I’m so excited for you to be celebrating this beautiful milestone, and I hope that you’re doing very well as you navigate your pregnancy and all of the upcoming changes! Taking the time to capture professional newborn…

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