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7 Tips for Baby-Friendly Holiday Decor from Candace Plotz Design

I had the opportunity to chat with my interior design colleague, Candace Plotz, this week about how to decorate my studio for the upcoming holidays. With everything having to be super baby-friendly and toddler-proof, there were quite a few things that we could not do or needed to adjust to make sure they were safe around small children. Since many

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The 2017 Baby Gift Guide

There are very few things in life that are certain, but my passion for supporting small businesses is one of them. Sure you could go to the big box store and get something similar, but for the extra few dollars are supporting a family, and helping the local economy. I was recently invited to another baby shower, and I wanted

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Tummy to Tot – Ottawa Parenting Event

When Källababy approached me to come speak as an expert at their upcoming Tummy to Tot event, I was over-the-moon! Together with Mommy Connections, they have created an event to bring back the small-town feel to the community, and you know that is what I am all about! I love meeting people, building meaningful relationships–whether personal or business–and giving back

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Cookie Decorating Workshop Ottawa | The Vintage Cookie Jar

The Vintage Cookie Jar Before I get into the cookie decorating workshop details, I want to paint you a picture of the wonderful Naomi Walz; Baker & Cookie Decorator. She is the loving hands behind The Vintage Cookie Jar, and has been growing her presence here in Ottawa since she moved here last winter from Toronto. She recently celebrated 2

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Mounted vs Matted Prints – Which Should You Order?

Mounted vs Matted Prints More than the majority of you are probably reading the title on this blog post and don’t know what either of those options even are, let alone which option is better… The truth is, I don’t expect you to know any of it! That’s part of my job, to educate you on the best product for

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Newborn Baby Asher – 3 weeks new

I was extra excited for this little guy to come visit the studio because I had photographed his big brother Ace almost two years ago. Baby Asher came to visit the portrait studio for his newborn photography session at just over 2 weeks new, 15 days to be exact. He was an adorable baby boy, almost the spitting image of his

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Don’t Forget The Little Things: Tiny Baby Details

Tiny Baby Details Even in the first few days, newborns tend to change drastically as they develop in their new environment. The vernix slowly sinks in, their hands and feet start to peel to reveal fresh skin, their belly button clamps fall off, they develop milk dots on their tiny noses, and they get milk blisters on their pouty lips.

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Newborn Baby Rigel – 10 days new

Little baby Rigel came to visit us at the portrait studio for his mommy & me newborn photography session at 10 days new. This little guy was a great; he slept for the entire session, so we took advantage and posed him beautifully in the beautiful belly bowl from Forever Bellies.   World, meet Rigel.   How do I book a

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We Are Moving! » Barrhaven, here we come!

It’s about time I share the BIG news with you… Pure Natural Newborn Photography is opening a studio in Barrhaven (Nepean), Ottawa! This is a huge leap, and I could not be more excited!   Barrhaven Newborn Photographer   I will be shooting in the new space as of November 2017, so if you have a studio session scheduled, I’ll

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AUGUST SPECIAL – Photo Albums

Everyone Deserves To Have A Photo Album Here’s Your Opportunity   For the entire month of August, when you pre-purchase a photo album, you qualify for a complimentary newborn session. The session can take place anytime in 2017, as long as the booking is made prior to end of business day on August 31st.  Send an email to albums@purenaturalnewborn.com to take

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