Triple the Blessings Part II - Woodlands TX Multiples Photographer

So I had a request to post some more of the triplets! I guess they are becoming famous on the blog. So, as I was going through their session to edit their proofs for their mamma, I found a few that I couldn't help but post. Figured all of you might enjoy the cuteness, as much as I did.

Let the journey begin! Three blessings = a whole new adventure in family.

Gosh I miss those tiny moments of stillness, where I used to just watch them sleep. Those little noises. I really should have recorded those.

Sisters... My hope is that they stay this close forever.

iPhone Crazy - Woodlands TX Child Photographer

I know that a lot of my families carry iPhones or iPod touches. So I thought I would pass on this information that I read on one of my clients Facebook posts. It was super helpful and thought some of you might enjoy it.

There are several links below that all of your iPhone lovers will enjoy. Caden, at 18 months just loves my iPhone, mostly the Baby Piano app, Matching Zoo app, Vehicles apps and I Hear Eww app. They can keep him entertained for about 10-15 minutes which is a lot for an 18 month old with attention issues. :)
So I thought I would pass on some more helpful lists of apps for all of us moms.

Top 50 apps for moms
Top 10 apps for kids - at the top of this page are all kinds of other catagories

Also, if you didn't know, my studio sells beautiful iPhone and iPod cases with your photos on them. They are on sale! If you are interested, give me a call!

Enjoy downloading those apps!
Kara

Grandkids Galore! - Woodlands TX Family/Tween Photographer

Yesterday morning, I had the pleasure of meeting an extended family for a fantastic occasion. A lot of families get together for reunions, but rarely invite a photographer along to capture a large family photo. These are usually the photographs that you will cherish for a long time, because it takes so much effort to get all of you together at one instance in time, especially now a days.

I posted the large family photo up for the sneak peak of this session, but we also took photos of each individual family, individual couple and child, as well as grandma J and all of her grandkids (see below). I had a blast, even though it was really hot! Wish I had a videocamera, you guys were hilarious! Thank goodness for those misters!

Hope you guys enjoy the sneak peak, the rest will be up soon!

Who belongs to whom and ages?

E and J(grandma and daughter), M (son) and F his wife, and their 2 kids - T -15 and K 10 (grandkids), E (daughter) and Brandon, her husband and their 3 kids - C 4, C 2 and C 9 months (grand kids).

What is your favorite thing about the kids? my children....pride of who they have become. My son owns a successful business and a great husband and dad, My daughter is an extremely accomplished, too much to list and a wonderful mother, and wife. Emma her sensitivity.. Both daughter and son in laws...I love who they are and their ability to relate to my son and daughter.

GRANDKIDS - T mature, has become a great person to be with, K- smart, many talents, and loves her gramma, Car, - my daughters 1st born, so there is a special bond, he is lively and brill iant, Cl - I love to watch her love on her brothers. she is a princess and lets everyone know it. she reminds me of my sister who died in 91, so she warms my heart. C the baby...I have to hold back tears, he is the sweetest, calmest baby, he will just sit on your lap and watch the world go by...I think is will be the affectionate one.

If you could have one wish for the kids? Know Christ and live a life that all know they are a child of God

What is the best thing about seeing each of them grow up? WWho they are becoming...but I find it sad as they get older..

What do you think each of these kids will be when they grow up?Tyler says he want to go into the marines and college. K wants to be a Dr. E - she is still feeling her way around..but has leaned toward being a teacher, she has a gift with children. The 3 little ones..it is hard to say...

When all of us get together, you can describe it as... Why? Pure Joy....I love having everyone together. I did not have a crowd growing up and think seeing everyone together, hearing their voices playing is something I love.

Triple the Blessings - Woodlands TX Multiples Photographer

About two months ago, a sweet momma called me for her maternity shoot, and I was so excited, because she was expecting triplets. But the day before her shoot, her water broke and the three little ones arrived early.

So I have been keeping up with this sweet new little family and just recently they all made it home, after almost a month in the NICU! You guys are troopers!

And man are they blessed! With triple the blessings, brings triple the diapers, bottles, sleepless nights, etc. But it also brings three times the sweet grunty noises, cute little toes, funny stories and cuddly babies to hold. So I was beside myself excited when I got to shoot these little ones today! They did so well, especially when we ventured outside in the warmth. Enjoy the sneaky you guys and I hope they slept well after all of the excitement.

And all of you moms out there. Leave some positive vibes below for this momma! Come on, she is handling 3 babies like a pro! You guys should have seen her. Fabulous. I can barely manage my one child. You inspire me. :)

Ah, the little piggies!

Miss H, Mr. L and Miss O - too sweet and quiet for a second

Patience of a Mom already - West University TX Maternity Photographer

Last night I swam down to West U to meet with a Sexy Mama to do her maternity shoot. We needed to do it quickly, as she is due today! I know, can you imagine? She still had enough energy to move, let alone look cute for me. But she did fantastic and look at this super cute photos. Hopefully baby L will be arriving soon.

She was so patient with me, trying all kinds of new sexy mama things! I had so much fun! And I think she will be pleased. But the great part is, the first time mom has nothing to worry about when it comes to patience. She has plenty!

I had a great time and can't wait to come back and meet Mr. L.

Is this your first baby? Yes

When is your baby due? Today! Thursday, July 8th, 2010

Boy or girl? Boy!

What is the best thing for you about being pregnant? Feeling the baby move

What do you find most challenging? Not complaining about being tired or being in pain

What were your weirdest cravings? Red beans and Rice - weird because I HATE beans

What do you imagine for the first weeks of being a mom? Horrifying because I know nothing about babies but excited because he's my own little creation

What are you most looking forward to? Holding him for the first time and his first smile

What is one wish you have for your baby? To be a good baby and grow up to be a good man.

Designer Diapers - Woodlands, TX Child Photographer

I saw a small boy wearing the new designer diapers this weekend at a 4th of July parade, although he had the denim ones on. Now all be it super cute, I'm not sure how I feel about these.

Now, don't get me wrong, if I had all the money in the world, Caden would probably have all 11 styles, but since we don't, he doesn't.

So I wanted to throw it out there. How do you mommies feel about the new luxury diapers? Cool and fun or out of control?

http://www.luxist.com/2010/06/30/cynthia-rowley-works-with-pampers-on-designer-diapers/

Might be a good idea for photoshoots, as I don't like the idea of diapers showing and I'm always trying to cover them up. But white is always easier to hide than plaid. :)

Confessions of a bad mom - Woodlands Baby Photographer

Yesterday, as I drove home from work, I was sad. I looked into my rear view mirror at something I swore I would never see in my own car (an 18 month old watching a video). And then I started thinking about the life I live today. It has a lot of things in it that I thought would never happen. Actually I told myself, "When and if I ever have kids, I will never do ..." The list was long. I have included some here, as I'm hoping I'm not the only bad mom out there. The blog has been quiet lately and I'm needing some moral support.

I think that all of those hopes and dreams, while pregnant are fantastic. And please, keep dreaming them! I'm sure that there are some fantastic moms out there that can pull some, if not all of these things off. It just wasn't in the cards for me. Maybe on the next baby. :)

So here is my list of confessions for being a bad mom. This is for all of you that have asked me how I do it all...
I swore I would never... Then I ....
I would never have an epidural That was the best thing ever invented. LOVED it, I would have married it and had it's babies!
I would never speed with by baby in the car When the baby is screaming, that means speed up to get to the next stop sign so I can feed him or reach the pacifier!
I would never try to multitask and hand things to my baby while driving, it is dangerous.
It is very dangerous, that is why I have everything very organized and well placed around me and him in the car for close access and finding by "feel".
I would never have my child sleep on his stomach Caden has slept on him tummy every night since he was 3 days old
I would never let my child go into a store without pants on Caden has done it several times
I would never let my child eat fast food Caden does it at least twice a week
I would never let me child run around naked Caden loves it! LOVES it! Could this be a bad sign?
I would never buy a car, just for the DVD player. Yes, I did. And yes, I use it every morning and afternoon on the way to and from work. I feel dirty even writing that. But he only watches Little Einstein, does that make it better?
I would never put my child to bed just because I was tired. Ha! Do they ever get tired? Mama needs a break to, sorry Caden.
I would never put work before my child, especially since it took so long to finally get him. Well, I'm really working on work/life balance. And I actually do a pretty good job at this. Life does come first, but a lot of times this means I'm up until midnight. And Caden get's to be a model, which he isn't thrilled about, but he does enjoy the tutus. :)

So even though Caden might only see the back of my head for hours at a time in the car, or think that the computer is attached to my arms, I hope that he ultimately doesn't think I'm a bad mom. As mom's we can all find our own ways of telling our children that we love them. It might be a special song, special time spent just with them or making their favorite food. But my favorite is just spending some time with him just "being". Not really doing much of anything. He knows that I'm there and that is all that matters.

So today, whether a good or bad mom, go spend some quality time with your kids!