Meet Baby Olivia.
This sweet little bundle of joy was born on December 11, 2020 to her parents Doug & Alysa.
Welcoming a baby into the world is a little different when you are smack dab in the middle of a global pandemic. Doug's father reached out to me inquiring about newborn portraits because they no longer allow photographers in the hospital due to Covid-19.
We met Doug & Alysa at their home in Virginia Beach for this session. Their home was beautifully decorated for Christmas and filled with so much love.
Alysa had shared a few details about her birthing experience with us while we documented these memories for their family. Both mom and baby were sick during labor with an infection. Alysa pulled through like a super hero and welcomed Olivia into the world despite the challenges they faced. Doug's father even flew from Puerto Rico just to be near them, even if he couldn't be in the room.
Doug and Alysa are doing SUCH a great job at parenting. Your first child is full of unknowns. You take this tiny little baby home with no manual that tells you what each noise may mean or how often do this or that. You just learn as you go. It's not always easy but we all make it. They were both so calm, patient and full of love for their little girl.
Olivia already has her dad wrapped around her little finger. Whenever she would get fussy, he would pick her up and she would instantly calm. Alysa patiently nursed her little girl when she was hungry, as she soaked in all of the little parts that make up their daughter. She has a beautiful full head of hair, ten fingers & toes and the best little cheeks in the world.
We were so honored to capture these first memories for your family and look forward to seeing how Olivia grows! Enjoy every moment!
Thank you to Elle for second shooting with me!
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