little miss sunshine | Barberton OH newborn hospital photography

If I'm being completely honest with you, hospital photography sessions are hands down my absolute favorite. How could it not be? Just hours before, mom and dad were experiencing a moment so near to heaven that gratitude, humility, and joy are so present it is palpable. And now laying before me a glowing mother, an angelic new life, and (since we're being honest here) a nervous, yet proud father ready to protect these two with his life. It is a unique experience that I treasure. Welcome little sunshine. 

mama and her girls | newborn family photography stow

This is my favorite kind of photography. I love a newborn session with a setting in 'real life' and not strictly a studio set-up. It allows for truly authentic and priceless moments that the whole family can cherish forever. This beautiful mama started a tradition of reading a favorite book with her oldest daughter and wanted to continue the tradition with the family's newest addition. I had never read "I Love You More" before, and I'd be lying if I said it didn't jerk a tear. Such sweet and tender moments.