Our third niece was welcomed to the world a few weeks ago! Nate’s sister wanted a few newborn pictures but didn’t want to fork over the dough that those fancy photographers are charging. Nate to the rescue!

During a whirlwind trip of central Iowa, we made a quick stop to capture these precious newborn moments. Nate is picky about his photos but I think they are fantastic and feel like sharing them. I’m sure he’s glad I decided to start blogging…

Welcome to the world, Claire Elise!

We were hoping to make it their house during the day so Nate could have some natural light. That didn’t work out as planned. We improvised.

A child’s lazy boy (covered in a pink blanket) on the dining room table under the bright chandelier…and an aunt who is an awesome babysitter….

I have a way with the children.

The newborn photo shoot was fun. It doesn’t hurt when you have an extra cute model.

Nate kept whining the entire time that he needed a better lens. Little did he know that it was under the tree at home. I think he did just fine with his available resources. Good life lesson.

Anyone have experience with newborn photography? Anyone have experience with newborns? They terrify us. Who wants me to babysit their kids?

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