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I’m so glad you are diving into the articles here. While my main goal is to help you get the most out of your photo shoot, you’ll find lots more useful tips for everyday mom life. Enjoy!

Wake up! It’s 4:00a.m., and your baby is on the way! You hurry and grab your hospital delivery bag because you don’t have to worry about its contents. They’ve been packed up and ready to go for a month. Packing your hospital bag early is a great way to ensure you have everything you need […]

10 Must-Have Items to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Delivery

Feels like forever since you first heard the news that your baby was on the way. There’s no better time than right after birth to capture every adorable detail of your newborn, from their wrinkled skin to their teeny tiny toes. As your newborn changes and develops before your eyes, you’ll be glad you documented […]

The Benefits of In-Studio Newborn Portrait Sessions

newborn baby swaddled for photo session by Tracy Miller Photography

Helpful tips to get to ready for baby’s arrival What exactly do you need to get done before the birth of your child? Buying diapers is much needed, but there are plenty of other ways for new parents to prepare and reduce stress. We are going to cover some things that are essential in preparing […]

Helpful Tips To Get Ready For Baby’s Arrival

newborn baby sleeping on a blanket

We live in a digital age, where screens and technology impact almost every single thing we do. This shift from the real to the digital has also had an effect on photography. However, when it comes to professional photographers like myself, prints still absolutely play a huge role in photography businesses. There are many photographers […]

Why Having Your Portraits Printed Is So Important

photo album by Tracy Miller, Pittsburgh Family and Newborn Photographer

Congratulations! Your family is adding another little family member, and it’s such an exciting time to capture this moment in your lives! One of the best things about newborn sessions is the opportunity to get new photos of the whole family, including any older siblings. But it can sometimes be a challenge to get little […]

How to Achieve Heartwarming Newborn Portraits with your Older Children

My lifestyle newborn & family sessions are un-posed, in the moment, and done at home. These types of photographs capture the energy of your home while it transforms with your newest addition. Lifestyle newborn photo sessions may be more unique, but planning one is not much different than planning a session with precious poses and […]

How To Prepare For Your Lifestyle Newborn Session

Congratulations on your pregnancy mom-to-be! Being pregnant is an exciting time. With all the adjustments you are making to your daily life to prepare for your little one’s arrival, having a stunning maternity shoot may feel out of reach. Having a breath-taking experience does not have to be overwhelming when you leave it up to […]

How To Prepare For Your Maternity Photoshoot

There are several things to consider before you choose an in-home newborn photographer. Inviting someone you don’t know into your home is a big deal – especially if you have a newborn in the house – and it’s not something you should take lightly. While none of the tips below are a guarantee, there is […]

How to Choose an In-Home Newborn Photographer: 7 Important Tips

Family at home with children and newborn

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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.