Gilbert Newborn Photographer | The Kocmoud Family In-Home Session

Jul 30

I’ve recently become friends with Sean and Mallory, they are some of the most genuine people out there, I just love being around them! It is absolutely clear they love being parents to these girls. The joy that comes from this family is contagious.

When baby Avery arrived in July, I headed to their Gilbert home for a morning session. And honestly? Addie stole the show. This girl has the biggest smile, and every time I see her, she's full of laughter. She probably gets that from her mom—Mallory's the same way.

Newborn sessions can feel overwhelming when you're running on no sleep and figuring out life with a new baby. But that's exactly why I come prepared (coffee in hand!) so you don't have to stress. My job is to handle the details while you just enjoy your family.

Their Gilbert Home Session

Avery was perfectly content in that brand-new baby way, and Addie brought all the personality. That's what happens when you're two—you don't hold back! Addie's in that stage where she's learning what it means to be a big sister. The curiosity about Avery, the excitement, the way she constantly wants to hold her sister even though she's still a little too young to help without mom or dad right there—it's all so sweet to watch.

Sean and Mallory each got one-on-one time with Addie during the session, and you could see how much fun they have together. That girl brings so much joy, and her parents are right there matching her energy. Sweet moments of Addie with Mallory or just her and Sean, are the ones they'll treasure when she's older and everything feels like it happened too fast.

I love being able to capturing families exactly as they are. Not everyone perfectly posed and serious, but the real moments. The laughter, the sweetness, the fun. That's the stuff you'll actually want to look at years from now.

Tips for In-Home Newborn Sessions with Toddlers

Morning Sessions Work Best: We shot in July, and morning light in Gilbert is everything. Plus, let's be real—there's not much you want to do outside in Arizona in July anyway, so being inside was ideal. Plus, toddlers are at their best before afternoon meltdown territory.
Let the Toddler Set the Pace: Addie's energy and personality drove the session, and that's exactly how it should be. Fighting a two-year-old's agenda never works.
Capture the Joy: Don't force serious, solemn newborn vibes if that's not your family. If your house is full of laughter and big smiles, lean into that.

Want to see more newborn sessions? Check out recent sessions on the blog.

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