I'm catching up on some "old" topics that I didn't get to cover on the blog when Mila first arrived. Between feeding, sleeping, and visiting with family/friends, the blog ended up on the back burner as far as priorities go. I may be a couple of months behind, but I'm learning that things will get done when they get done - whether that's right away or eventually. I know you won't hold it against me, right?
Anyway, we did a professional newborn shoot with a local photographer named Tara several days after Mila was born. Since I knew that Jess wouldn't be coming out until May, I knew that I wanted those early life shots of Mila, as well as some family pics. I found out about Tara through a Navy friend and wasn't disappointed. She spent three hours with our family, which allowed me to nurse and change Mila frequently. Plus, she was great with Ruby and let her play with the photo props and other toys. Tara takes the photos on her parents' property, which is located right on the water and has horses, goats, and lots of beautiful trees and flowers. I could have spent all day there!
I'm really pleased with the photos. Now, I'm just trying to decide which ones to frame!
Ruby loved this little bench. As soon as we got there, she went right over and sat on it, so it didn't take much convincing for her to pose on it. We did, however, hover very closely when she was holding Mila.
Mila slept most of the time. Tara was great about warming up the space beforehand with a space heater, so Mila was happy as a clam. The rest of us were sweating in that heated room though!
Close up!
Mila's birth stats:
After some indoor shots we headed outside to take advantage of the beautiful property and clear weather!
Three generations of girls!
The Hammer Family, circa 2014:
Daddy with his girls. I love, love, love Ruby's smile here.
This is my mom's favorite photo from the day. Besides the obvious charm, I love it because I got to use one of the gifts given to Mila (the handmade hat). Don't worry, it was very safe - I was actually hiding right behind the tree with my hand on her. She looks like a little wood sprite here.
There were a couple of old trucks to pose by. After seeing how this one turned out, I kinda wish we had an old truck on our property for more photos.
Nearby was an old rowboat and Ruby ran right for it. I just love how these individual shots came out. Ruby was so happy (honestly, she got a huge kick out of the old leaves in the boat).
Noa and Ruby taking some time off from the photo shoot. Ha ha - Tara captured them anyway!
Baby feet!
Mila fiiiiiinally opened her eyes. We tried doing some naked shots of her, but she would have nothing to do with it. Exposed feet seemed to be more her style.
This was a random, unplanned shot as we were beginning to leave. I just melt when I look at it.
