Newborn sessions don’t have to feel like another thing to manage. At Candice Swanson Photography in Orange County, California, I handle the pacing, the flow, and everything in between – so you can be present for the moments that matter. Here’s what you can actually expect when you arrive.

As your Costa Mesa newborn photographer, here’s something I want you to know: I actually want to hear from you! Before your session. During it. After you get your gallery.  Most clients hold back because they don’t want to seem like too much. I get it! But when you tell me what’s really going on (what […]

You buckle her in, she immediately starts screaming, and by the time you pull out of the driveway you’re already wondering if you’ll ever leave the house again or go to your Long Beach Newborn Photoshoot. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone and you are not doing anything wrong! The car seat struggle […]

Whether you’re a first-time mom or a seasoned pro near Laguna Hills or OC breastfeeding can feel harder than expected and that’s exactly why lactation consultants matter. These experts bring calm to the chaos and help you understand what’s really going on when feeding feels confusing, painful, or just plain overwhelming. Today, I’m sharing an […]

Monique planned a baby moon to Costa Rica in three days. Three days. She and Dalton packed their bags, kissed their two kids goodbye, and left them with grandma. The town they stayed in was called Sámara. They kept it a secret for months only close family and friends knew. They didn’t even know if […]

Some babies are prayed for. Ezra was prayed all the way here. 🤍 His name carries so much meaning. Ezra comes from the Bible. He led a spiritual reformation. His middle name, Samuel, means “the child we prayed for.” And that is exactly who he is. As a Westminster Newborn Photographer I absolutely loved his […]

Here are 6 trusted Newport Beach pediatricians whom many Orange County families consider for newborn care.

Some babies enter the studio and the room instantly feels softer. This little boy did that the moment I met him. Calm, cozy, and full of quiet strength, he brought a story that could be felt in every frame and I felt it every minute as a Lake Forest Newborn Photographer. His name is Oliver, […]

In those final weeks of pregnancy, it feels like the whole world is on pins and needles, just waiting to rush in and meet your baby as soon as they arrive. I totally get that as a Buena Park Newborn Photographer and a mom of 2 of my own and 2 surrogate babies. But what if […]

Pregnancy is magical but it can also be seriously uncomfortable. From back pain to sciatica, it’s a lot on your body and Dr. Elmira in Costa Mesa will share with us how to easy that pain. One thing that helped me? Prenatal chiropractic care. I used it during all 3 of my pregnancies my own […]