Let me guess…

You’ve been thinking about booking family photos. You scroll past photo sessions and think, “That would be nice…” and then immediately remind yourself of all the reasons why now isn’t the right time.

I’ve heard them all.

“We’re too busy.”
“We just did photos last year.”
“I want to lose 10 pounds first.”
“We don’t have outfits.”
“The kids won’t sit still.”
“I hate being in front of the camera.”

Here’s the thing: I understand every single one of those excuses. Truly. But let me lovingly say this…

None of them are good enough reasons to miss out on capturing your family—right now, just as you are.

So, let’s unpack these excuses, shall we? 

1. “We’re too busy.”

Why it’s silly: Life never slows down on its own. 

I totally get that life is hectic—but that’s exactly why you should do this now. Kids grow fast, seasons change, and moments pass. A photo session is a way to freeze this chapter before it’s gone. Think of it as a pause button in a whirlwind year.

2. “I want to lose a little weight first.”

Why it’s silly: Your family loves you now—not 10 pounds from now.

Photos aren’t about looking perfect; they’re about being present. Years from now, your kids won’t care what size you were. They’ll see the love, the laughs, and how much you showed up for them.

3. “It’s too expensive.”

Why it’s silly: We spend money on things that don’t last—these do.

Photos are an investment in your legacy. You’ll forget the dinner out or the extra streaming service, but you’ll never forget the look on your kid’s face in a fall photo, or how tiny they were in spring. These memories grow more valuable with time.

4. “We already did photos last year.”

Why it’s silly: People change—and seasons show it beautifully.

Your kids don’t stay the same for long—neither do you. Doing photos every season or even every year helps capture those subtle changes that mean everything when you look back. It’s not just a photo—it’s part of your story.

5. “We don’t have anything to wear.”

Why it’s silly: It’s not a fashion shoot—it’s a memory.

Coordinating doesn’t have to mean matching. Most of the best photo looks come from simple, everyday clothes. I can help guide outfits if needed—don’t let wardrobe stress steal your family’s moment.

6. “I hate being in front of the camera.”

Why it’s silly: You’ll regret being absent from the story.

You don’t have to pose or fake it. Candid, real moments are what make photos powerful. Your family will want to remember YOU being there, not just them. Be part of the memories—they deserve to have you in them.

7. “The kids won’t behave.”

Why it’s silly: The chaos is part of the charm.

Kids are unpredictable—and that’s OK! Some of the best photos come from the in-between moments: giggles, goofiness, even the grumps. You’re not trying to capture perfection, just real life—and that’s beautiful.

Life doesn’t slow down—your memories won’t wait.

We all think we’ll have more time. That things will calm down, or the next season will be easier, or we’ll feel better, look better, be more prepared.

But while we wait, our kids grow. Our families evolve. Our right now quietly slips into remember when.

Photos are how we press pause. They’re not about perfection—they’re about presence. They tell the story of your people, in the season you’re in, and those stories deserve to be told more than once every few years.

Your Family Wants You in the Picture

One of the most common things I hear is, “I just don’t like being in photos.”

And honestly? That breaks my heart a little. Because when your kids look back years from now, they won’t be focused on how you looked. They’ll remember how loved they felt. They’ll see your smile, your arms wrapped around them, and the comfort of you being there.

Don’t wait until things are “just right.” Real life is messy, chaotic, beautiful, and fleeting. That’s exactly what makes it worth capturing.

So, Here’s Your Gentle Nudge

If you’ve been on the fence, consider this your sign:

• Don’t wait for a milestone.
• Don’t wait for the perfect outfit.
• Don’t wait until you feel “camera-ready.”
• Don’t wait until life slows down—it won’t.

Book the session. Make the time. Capture the season.

Because trust me, when you look back, you won’t regret a single photo you took—only the ones you didn’t.

Ready to book your family session? Let’s make some memories.