Family Prep Guide
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.I am so excited to create magic with you soon.
If at any point you have a question, please reach out - I'm here for you.
While there may be a lot of different emotions leading up to our session, I want you to feel as confident as possible heading into this exciting experience. Your feelings are normal!
Getting Here
The exact date, time, and location can be found in your calendar invite. Please let me know if you have any questions beforehand, just in case we don't have great service there.
Weather
I'll be checking throughout the week leading up and will communicate any weather-related safety concerns on my end. Unless you hear from me, I am planning on our session as scheduled!
Preparation
The most important part is making sure everyone is fed and hydrated.Your glorious bodies needs to be energized before we move around outside!
If you can, take a few min each day leading up to your photo session thanking your body while you apply lotion or oils. Embrace the moment to honor every inch of your body! Applying the lotion or oils not only will help catch the gorgeous light for our photos, but it can also help calm any nerves.
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Bring to our session:
Bring snacks and water for everyone
Bring clothing options: stick to solid colors if possible
If you plan to get in the water, bring water shoes, a towel, and cozy clothes for the drive home
Consider planning a fun activity or treat planned afterwards so everyone - yourself and kiddos alike - are excited and motivated!
Prepare before your session:
If you plan to go tanning, do it at least 3 days prior to avoid any streaks or burns
If you like to remove hair, it's best to shave the day of and/or wax at least 2-3 days before
Consider cleaning nails and have them to your liking, or maybe a manicure or pedicure if that's your vibe
Get out of your head
Leading up to your session you may feel a lil nervous –this is totally normal! Nerves and excitement often feel like the same thing. I recommend taking some time to put your hands on your body before your session and saying affirmations / mantras that make you reconnect with yourself. Here are some of my faves:
My body is magnificent just the way it is
I am wonderful and deserving of love
I am perfect just the way I am
My body is my vessel and provides me with endless joy
I can trust my body
I am worthy!
Arriving to your session:
Arrive a bit early to be photo-ready
Use the restroom
Have your photo outfit on
Remove hair ties from wrists
Do an overall check for anything else you do/don't want in photos