Twin Lifestyle Session | Austin Family Photographer
This 6-month-old twin lifestyle session was so much fun, and I’ve been dying to share it here on the blog. There’s something extra special about photographing a fellow busy mom too! Karen is not only the only hairdresser I trust with my hair (seriously: no one else is allowed near my layers!) but she’s also a fellow business owner, balancing motherhood and work. It’s a unique lifestyle, and while we rarely get to see each other (because… busy) we relate on so many levels.
When she asked me to capture her Mother's Day photos, I was pumped. We met up at a new-to-me local studio here in Austin, and I was so excited to find The Spot Studio! The light from the big windows was dreamy. The space felt simple, elevated, and calm. Basically, everything you want when you’ve got three kids under five for family photos!
Karen showed up with a giant bouquet of flowers for me because our session landed right before Mother’s Day. How thoughtful is that? Her sweet girls are just shy of six months old, and like many twin families, they spent some time in the NICU at the start. Getting to see them home: healthy, thriving, and snuggled up together makes sessions like this feel all the more meaningful.
Sign me up for a twin lifestyle session ANY day.
Karen’s oldest daughter is almost five, and easily the best big sister I’ve ever seen in action. She wanted to help with every little thing. Snuggling the babies, giving them kisses, and making sure they were cozy and happy. It was the sweetest thing ever. She’s got that gentle helper heart, and you just know the younger girls already adore her.
Even though this session was mainly for mama and her three girls, I always love to sneak dad into the frame too. He was such a champ the whole time… swapping diapers, finding pacifiers, and rocking whichever baby needed a break. You could tell he’s fully in it with her. We love an engaged dad around here!
As a busy mom myself, I know how much mental load it takes just to show up for family photos: the outfits, naps, snacks, bribes, and making sure everyone is smiling at least once. As an Austin family photographer, my goal is always to make your session feel as easy as possible. You shouldn’t need a vacation after family photos! I’m along for any chaos or meltdowns. As a fellow mom, I promise they don’t scare me away ;)
This sweet twin six-month session is a reminder that you deserve to be in the photos, too.
You’re doing amazing work raising your babies, keeping the calendar straight and showing up. These moments are worth remembering.
Whether you need a twin lifestyle session or an in-home newborn session, I’ve never seen a mama regret photos once her gallery is delivered. That “your photos are here!!” email make sit all worth it.
If you’re an Austin mama looking for a fun, stress-free photos of your little crew, I’m here for you.
