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We all want the birth experience that’s right for us. While for some people, this means a scheduled hospital delivery, for others, this means a natural labor where you remain in control every step of the way. By partnering with a provider who understands your expectations, you can make sure your delivery is everything you […]

Create Personalized Birth Plans with These 4 Pittsburgh Midwives

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Your child is your entire world. You are constantly finding ways to make their lives better, whether you’re selecting educational toys or planning exciting playdates. So when it comes time to select a caregiver, you’re not going to just settle for the first one you find. While there are a lot of modern childcare options […]

5 Agencies For Pittsburgh Nannies With Trusted Care for Your Child

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If we’re being honest, babies kind of have the best wardrobe options. Whether you want to deck them out for the holidays in some suspenders and a dapper hat or need to find casual knits for cozy days at home, there’s probably the store that has exactly what you want. If you are on the […]

Find the Perfect Outfits for Your Baby at 3 Pittsburgh Baby Stores

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Breastfeeding is sometimes way more complicated than you expect. The fact of the matter is that there are simply too many things that can affect your success with nursing. From tongue tie at the beginning to clogged ducts months in, sometimes, breastfeeding winds up being a stressful journey. Luckily, there are experts who will help […]

5 Lactation Consultants in Pittsburgh For Expert Breastfeeding Help

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In this digital age, when our lives are so easily documented with the swipe of a smartphone, it’s easy to forget how important printing family photos can be.  When was the last time you actually printed your family photos? Are they out there on display, or are they buried in the depths of your computer […]

The Top 6 Reasons for Printing Your Family Photos

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Unless you’ve been living off the grid for the last several months, you’ve undoubtedly heard the buzz surrounding AI image generation and how it will affect many industries. With the advancement of technology and the increasing popularity of AI, many people are wondering “will AI replace professional family photographers?” While AI has made significant strides […]

Will AI Replace Professional Family Photographers?

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How do you know what to look for when you want to hire a Pittsburgh family photographer? With so many photographers In today’s digital age, finding the right one for you can seem like an overwhelming task. Whether it’s capturing special moments at a wedding, preserving memories of a newborn, or showcasing products for a […]

What to Look for When Hiring a Pittsburgh Family Photographer (and what to avoid)

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It’s one of the most asked questions I get from new parents: Is newborn photography safe? To protect themselves and the newborns they photograph, a professional photographer who specializes in newborns should have training and certification in how to safely pose and photograph newborns. These posed studio photos are wonderful to have, but you should […]

Is Newborn Photography Safe?

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Finding just any photographer in the Pittsburgh area is easy. But finding a qualified and experienced newborn photographer to capture those early days of your precious baby may take more effort. In this media-loving world with easier access than ever to high-quality photos and those who love taking them, there is no shortage of options […]

How to Find a Qualified and Experienced Newborn Photographer in Pittsburgh

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As a photographer specializing in newborn photography in the Greensburg, PA area, I love doing lifestyle portrait sessions in my clients’ homes and posed newborn photography in-studio, each for different reasons. There are pros and cons with both options, and in this blog post I’m going to share with you the benefits of choosing to […]

Why Choose Posed Newborn Photography over Lifestyle?

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Tracy Miller is a studio and lifestyle photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, kids, and family photography in and around the greater Pittsburgh area.