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Upcoming events for new moms - Parkersburg WV Newborn Photographer

Have you heard of Mama*ology? They are a local group of Mama's that love sharing information! I talk to a lot of new mom's and many of them feel overwhelmed, alone and pressured to parent in ways that don't resonate with them. Other new mama's need help breast feeding or using that snazzy baby sling - if any of this sounds like you then you will be blown away by all the cool things happening in Parkersuburg this month. Check it out!

Keep reading all the way to the end to find out how to win a gift certificate to Roberts Family Photography!

How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy

Thu, Feb 17, 2011, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Full Circle Yoga - Vienna, WV

Join Holly Poulson, Certified Bradley Instructor, to learn how proper nutrition and exercise can keep you healthy and low-risk during pregnancy. This is a valuable class for anyone who is pregnant or hoping to become pregnant. There is no charge for this class, but we do ask that you call 740-376-0446 or email holly@mamaology.com to register. This class will be offered on the 3rd Thursday of every month.

 

Baby-wearing Workshop

Thurs, Feb 24, 7:00 PM - ?

Border's Books (Cafe) - Vienna, WV

If you currently wear your baby or are interested in learning about the different types of carriers that are out there, please join us for this workshop! 

Christine Marasco will host a demonstration of several types of slings, wraps, and carriers. 

If you already use a carrier, bring it with you for the other mamas to check out! This is all about sharing baby-wearing experience, especially with new mamas. If you have any carriers you would be interested in swapping, this workshop would also be a great opportunity to do that!

 FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

 

Breastfeeding Cafe

Sat, Feb 26, 2011, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

First United Methodist Church

Juliana and 10th Street, Parkersburg, WV

Free & Open to the Public

We will discuss tips & techniques of breastfeeding in a relaxed and social atmosphere. From first latch to nursing a toddler, you'll receive a wealth of information that will help to ensure a pleasant breastfeeding experience. Topics will vary based on the wants/needs of registrants. All stages of breastfeeding are welcome, and expectant mothers are encouraged to attend! We want YOU to have a realistic expectation of breastfeeding AND an enjoyable experience!

Please register for this event at http://breastfeeding.eventbrite.com/ or by contacting Danielle at info@esalibirth.com. Registrants will receive a packet full of resources and samples to help them on their breastfeeding journey (if they have not received a packet before).

Can't make it to this one? We'll be meeting every month, so join us next time!

 

ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Enter to win a $150 Gift Certificate for Roberts Family Photography!

Mamaology is still trying to put together a recipe book for you, our mamas. Plus, in the month of February, we are offering an awesome incentive. For every recipe that is submitted in the month of February, you will get a free raffle entry for a $150 gift certificate to Roberts Family Photography! http://www.mamaology.com/cookbook

 

Submit as many recipes as you like, and you will receive one entry per recipe. Sorry, but recipes submitted prior to February 1st will not be counted towards entry. The raffle drawing will be held the first of March, so it will be perfect timing for Easter photos or newborn pics of those precious spring babies. This gift certificate expires in June, so be aware that you will need to schedule a session ASAP. www.robertsfamilyphoto.com

 

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As always, we would be pleased to death if you shared this information with your friends. And if you know of an upcoming event that would be of interest to Mamaology® fans, please notify Julia Jaffe (julia@mamaology.com), preferably at least month in advance. Mamaology® will post events that are in line with our mission, which is to educate, inform, and provide resources for local parents and parents-to-be. Mamaology® upholds the values of informed decisions by providing information and resources about responsibility and choices in pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting and to advocate decisions and actions that promote the health and well-being of all those involved.

 

Chubby goodness...... Parkersburg WV Baby Photographer

Still working on my backlog of baby portraits to blog. This little guy still makes me giggle every time I look at his baby portrait session.

Mr. T does not sport a mohawk but an adorable elf hat I picked up on Etsy. He and his lovely mama came in for his three month baby portrait session and they treated me to a very easy session. He smiled, pouted and coo'd. We giggled, laughed and in general had a great time!

I love that parents are often so good about portraits in the first year, especially with the first baby. It seems to get harder and harder for people to commit or stay on top of portraits after the first year and first baby. I get it, life moves swiftly...before you know 6 years have passed since your last portrait session. Or maybe you have never treated yourself to a custom portrait experience like the one you would have with Roberts Family Photography.

When was the last time you had portraits taken of the sweeties in your life? What are you waiting for? The perfect weather? The perfect weight? A lost tooth to come in? Guess what, now is the perfect time to schedule your portrait session. Even if you don't plan to have the portraits taken for a couple months, call us today and get it on the calendar. You and your family are perfect right now, at this very minute! Stop letting time slip past you 740.423.1122.

 

 

"He's an angry Elf." - Buddy the Elf

December Sunshine - Parkersburg Baby Photographer

I am still trying to catch up on a back log of images to share - this was a great family portrait session taken on an amazingly sunny December day. I cannot even tell you how beautiful this place was - and the Mama - well let's just say - I think she and I are going to be friends :) Sometimes you just meet someone and instantly click.

We spent some time in the house, letting little Miss M warm up to me a bit - we hung out in her bedroom, then I followed her around the house a bit. Next we headed outside and it was just amazing!

I was mentoring another photographer that weekend. She came with us on our shoot. As a result there is actually a photo of me doing a wide portrait of the beautiful ridge. Thank you Diane for the portrait!

Introducing Miss M!

 

 

 

 

 
Photo courtesy of Diane Fisher

Toddling on.... {Parkersburg Baby Photographer}

Newborn portraits are amazing because those tiny bundles are so full of possibility and wonder. Toddler portraits are amazing because there is a "possibility" you will get a good one and at some point you may "wonder" if you were crazy to have portraits taken! Actually there is a great possibility that we will get wonderful portraits, as long as you don't get in a hurry and are prepared to change tactics over and over.

Don't be afraid of having your toddlers portrait taken. Toddler portraits can be some of the most rewarding sessions we photograph! Roberts Family Photography is known for being patient and flexible. We suggest having your toddlers portraits taken at 18 months, 2 years and at least once a year there after. They change fast, time moves swiftly and tends to get away from you, don't put it off - photographs are one of those things that only grow more valuable in time.

I have been photographing Mr. B since before he was born. See one of his newborn sessions here. We did this session back in September, I saw it today and realized I had not blogged it. Makes me feel all warm and summery, like creamsicles and sunshine.

 

 

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