Cupcake, the family’s beloved bulldog, “greets” me every time I come to their house with a resounding hello combined with protective overtones. These days, she has a lot more to be protective of with baby L on the scene. Baby L joins one of the sweetest families I’ve had the pleasure of photographing over the years. The oldest of three, A was one of my first newborns to photograph almost five years ago. Then came D with some of the longest eyelashes I’ve ever seen. And now sweet little L joins the team, helping to even out the score a bit for lovely Tracy. This little girl will get her fill of blocks, trains, and rough-housing with these two as big brothers. And more than her share of love, of course. Biggest brother couldn’t get enough of her while D is still trying to understand his new role and is making sure he gets his share of attention, as well (don’t worry, I’m a middle child, too, and it’s awesome!).

Dean and Tracy, I couldn’t be happier for you all. Isn’t it amazing how big our hearts can grow? So many hugs to you!

He kept his eyes closed for 95% of the session: he slept through some family portraits, slept through his big brother holding his little head, slept as he ate, and even kept his eyes closed as he cried. Just as I was starting to pack up, he peeked through to say hello to his sweet family. It was the first time his grandmother saw his eyes, still a little bloodshot from when he entered the world a mere 4 days before. What a little love bug! Welcome to the world, baby L. You look so much like your older brother did when he was born! Big brother seemed to love touching your sweet head. Can’t say I blame him.

Thank you, Jeff and Inga, for the chance to photograph your growing family! Wishing you countless snuggles, some sleep, and lots of joy.