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SCOTLAND

November 30, 2016 By Alysha Sladek

I know I’ve said I don’t normally do this, but after much debate, I have slowly started taking on lifestyle newborn sessions. And I’m loving them! This particular session is of my new niece, Scotland. She was born on September 30th weighing in at 4 pounds 14 ounces!! Sooooooo teeny tiny!! I have been to the birth of most of my nieces and nephews, but sadly for Scottie’s birth my kids and I were sick and there was no way I was going anywhere near a baby or hospital then. It broke my heart! Thankfully I was able to do maternity photos (you can check those out here) before Scotland arrived, and then these newborn photos of her and my sister, Katelyn. I still can’t get over how tiny she was!! I loved being able to snuggle her and capture her little yawn, tiny toes, and her with her mom. I think Katelyn looks beautiful and I love her and Scottie together. They’re just so sweet. I am starting to enjoy newborn photos, done a little different 😉 So, here’s Scottie at just 11 days new!

FAIRBANKS – Lifestyle Newborn Session

November 21, 2016 By Alysha Sladek

I’m not usually one to do newborn photos, but when one of my favorite clients says they’ve just had their 5th boy I couldn’t help myself and had to take them! We opted for a lifestyle newborn and family session in their beautiful home. The boys were wonderful and mom had everyone looking awesome. And I have to say, I never looked as good as she did after ANY of my babies. I’m so impressed, Jenny! It’s so fun to see the boys grow and see their ever blossoming personalities. You can check out their past sessions HERE and HERE. Thank you for having me in your home to capture these precious memories for you, Fairbanks family.

Baby Burns

January 9, 2015 By Alysha Sladek

I love love LOVE being able to attend the birth of a new little bundle and photograph the miracle that it is!! I love seeing the tender touches, hearing the reassuring words, and being able to witness the miracle that the whole birth process is. Each birth is completely unique and beautiful. I still can’t believe I’ve been through it 5 times myself! Totally worth it I might add 🙂

This adorable baby boy came into the world a whopping 8 pounds 4 ounces, with the most adorable bum chin and dimple in his cheek. Mom did amazing and I loved watching dad do what he could to help. It’s interesting being on the other end of things. It’s hard to watch someone go through the unbearable pain and not be able to do anything. I feel for dads! And mom had the best midwives ever!! They were both there for my last baby’s birth!! If you’re contemplating a birth photographer at your next birth, don’t think, just do it! It is 150% worth it!

Ok, that’s enough writing, here’s baby Burns’ birth day…

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Rosie’s Birth Day – Calgary Birth Photography

October 28, 2013 By Alysha Sladek

Ashley patiently waited 12 extra days for little Rosie to arrive. Rosie held on just long enough so she wouldn’t have to share her birthday with her auntie (not that I would’ve minded). But she came safe and sound and nice and rosy into the world.

Ashley did beautifully! I am amazed at how she handled everything. I keep telling her she should have a dozen kids because first of all, they’re so dang cute! and secondly because she seems to breeze through pregnancy and delivery. No joke – 2 pushes and Rosie was here. All 8 pounds 14oz of her! I wish I could be like you, Ash.

Thanks for letting me be there. Oh, and the BYUI shirt my mom made since Rosie is grandbaby #11 and also Dave’s (Rosie’s dad) sport number!

Scarlett – Calgary Birth Photography

October 15, 2013 By Alysha Sladek

The phone rings. It’s 4:14am. “You might want to make your way over here” she says with a laugh. I tell her I’m on my way, throw on my Lulus, grab my gear and rush out the door. There is no way she’s having that baby any time soon, I thought. She sounds way too happy! I have time to stop for gas – I hope.

When I arrive it’s quiet, almost peaceful. I head to the bedroom bathroom to find Joanna timing her contractions in the tub, mom and husband nearby. It’s a hard feeling to explain, watching someone go through labor. You want to do whatever you can to take away the pain, but know that there’s nothing you can do. I can only imagine what Steve was feeling as he held Joanna’s hand through each contraction.

At 5:20am Joanna’s water breaks and 15 minutes later the cries of a beautiful baby girl are heard. I’m tearing up as I write that. It’s indescribable the feelings of being able to witness such an incredible miracle. The whole birth process is amazing. Thank you Joanna and Steve for allowing me to be there. It’s a moment I’ll never forget.

Thank you Joanna for letting me be a part of this. Huge thanks to my wonderful, talented friend, Maren, for the beautiful song in the slideshow.