Why Your Holiday Photos Need to Be Booked Before November Ends

Family Photography, Newborn Photography

“Do you still have availability for holiday photos?” I took down the Christmas decorations today—all of them. December 1st, and the studio looks a little bare without the garland and twinkle lights that have been up since early November. Which means I’m about to get the phone calls. They always come around now, like clockwork. […]

a family of 4 peeking out of holiday curtains in the Glean and Co photography studio for their annual matching pajamas holiday photos

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Two hours before your newborn session, your toddler trips and bumps their head. There’s a bruise. Your baby woke up with a flare of eczema on their cheeks. You’ve got chipped nail polish from the chaos of the past week, flyaway hairs escaping your bun, and your 3-year-old refuses to let you scrub off the […]

Professional Photo Editing: The Skill That Separates Good Photographers From Great Ones

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The One Breastfeeding Mother Picture That Changed Everything

Glean & Co

I’ve been thinking about something lately. In our world of photography, we have all these different moments worth capturing—maternity photos, newborns, first birthdays and family sessions. And they’re all valuable. But here’s what I’ve noticed: a breastfeeding mother picture is one of the most overlooked moments, even though it might be one of the most […]

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Lifestyle studio newborn photography is one of those things that sounds almost too good to be true when you first hear about it—the cozy, natural feel of at-home photos without actually having anyone come to your house. But I’m here to tell you it’s real, and it might just be the perfect solution you’ve been […]

The Best Kept Secret in Boise: Lifestyle Studio Newborn Photography

Newborn Photography

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Relaxed lifestyle newborn portrait of parents snuggling their baby in comfortable, home-like studio environment with natural window light

The Complete Guide to Sunflower Family Photos in Boise Idaho: Harrison Hollow Sessions

Glean & Co

Last week I discovered what might be my new favorite spot for sunflower family photos that Boise, Idaho has to offer. I’d driven past Harrison Hollow on Bogus Basin Road countless times and even done a later fall session there a time or two, but it wasn’t until a client specifically requested a sunflower session […]

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Yesterday I found myself driving all around Boise, camera gear in tow, on what I call a “location scouting mission.” I have a family session scheduled for Monday evening and wanted to try somewhere new. After three hours of exploring potential spots around town, I made an interesting discovery: there’s a reason my favorite locations […]

The Ultimate Guide to Boise Location Scouting for Family Photos

Family Photography

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Pregnant mother and toddler daughter embracing in front of sandstone cliffs during Boise location scouting for family photos maternity session at Foothills Learning Center

How to Find the Best Newborn Photographer in Boise: A Parent’s Complete Guide

Glean & Co

The question “Who’s the best newborn photographer in Boise?” comes up in every mom group, and honestly, it all comes down to thinking through what would have made your life easier as a brand new mom. When I started building my custom newborn studio in 2019, I found myself thinking through all the details from […]

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I never thought I’d be spending my evenings researching newborn photography SEO instead of editing sessions, but here we are in 2025 trying to figure out why our businesses have gone so quiet. If you spend even five minutes in any newborn photography Facebook group right now, you’ll see the panic about low client bookings, […]

Your Newborn Photography SEO Will Bring in New Clients… Even in this slow 2025 Market

Education for Newborn Photographers

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The Ultimate Checklist for Having a Baby in Boise: 15 Must-Do Items Before Your Due Date

Glean & Co, Newborn Photography

Having a baby in Boise is an exciting experience, but the preparation can feel overwhelming – especially if you’re new to the area or expecting your first child. Fourteen years ago, when my husband and I moved to Boise, I was pregnant with our first son. We knew no one in the city and had […]

a couple with newborn twin boise during their photoshoot in the Glean and Co studio

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Newborn twin photography requires specialized expertise, extra safety precautions, and a photographer who truly understands the unique dynamics of photographing two babies simultaneously. As a certified newborn photographer and mother of three in Boise, I’ve had the absolute pleasure of photographing many sets of twins, and I can honestly say these sessions hold a special […]

Newborn Twin Photography in Boise: Your Complete Guide to Double the Joy

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