Hey Mama, Get in the Frame: Why Studio Motherhood Sessions Matter – Cedar Falls, Iowa Family Photographer

Let’s be real—moms are always the ones taking the pictures. You’ve got anymore from 5,000 to 50,000 ( or 63,026 if you’re me) photos on your phone of your little ones laughing, playing, and doing the cutest things… but how many of those actually include you?

If you’re nodding along right now, it’s time for a studio motherhood session.

Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio




You Deserve to Be Seen (Yes, You!)

Motherhood is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and magical—all at the same time. And while your little ones may not remember the early days of snuggles, lullabies, endless cuddles, and dance parties but they’ll always have the photos. And they need to see you in them.

These sessions aren’t about perfection. They’re about capturing the way your child looks at you like you’re their whole world. The way they nuzzle into you because you’re their safe place.


Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio


Studio Session Keep the Focus on What Matters

These sessions aren’t about perfection. They’re about capturing the way your child looks at you like you’re their whole world. The way their tiny fingers wrap around yours. The way they nuzzle into you because you’re their safe place.

a photo of a mom on her own, smiling, at a motherhood session
a photo of a mom on her own, smiling, at a motherhood session
a photo of a mom on her own, smiling, at a motherhood session


“But I Don’t Feel Photo-Ready…”

I hear this all the time, and let me say this as lovingly as possible: your kids don’t care. They don’t see the tired eyes or lines time has carved from years of laughter. They see the mom who loves them fiercely. The one whose hugs feel like home.

If you’re worried about what to wear, don’t be! I’ve got styling tips (and a client closet if you’d prefer to use that) but at the end of the day, I want to make sure you feel beautiful and comfortable. And that looks different for everyone, and that’s okay!

Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio


These Photos Will Only Become More Precious

One day, your babies will be grown, flipping through old albums or scrolling through digital galleries. And instead of wondering where their mama was, they’ll see you right there—holding them, loving them, and being present.

So let’s make it happen. Let’s capture this season of life, exactly as it is. Because mama, you deserve to be in the frame.

Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Portrait of a young girl smiling during a motherhood photography session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio.
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Beautiful sibling portrait of two sisters smiling together during a family photography session
Beautiful sibling portrait of two sisters smiling together during a family photography session dancing
Beautiful sibling portrait of two sisters smiling and dancing together during a family photography session
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Mother and her two daughters sharing sweet moments during a Mommy and Me session in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio one daughter jumping on the bed
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio
Tender moment between a mother and her daughters, with a mix of solo and sibling shots in a Cedar Falls, Iowa studio

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