a motherhood session in tappen, north dakota

mama, you hold your children, enveloping them in a cocoon of love and tenderness, providing them with a sense of comfort, security, and warmth that only YOU can provide.

in this cozy home, surrounded by family pictures and cherished mementos, the older siblings started a sink bath, the warm water enveloping their newest sibling. mama giggles as her little one kicks his feet and splashes her with water. In those moments, time stands still, and all that matters is the bond between this beautiful mama and her babies.

later, the kids step outside to grab the newest addition to their home - a batch of fluffy baby chickens. they all gather around, each taking turns holding the tiny creatures, delighted by their soft feathers and comical movements. I can see their tenderness as they hold the chicks, something they clearly get from their mother.

as I watch this scene unfold, I am reminded of the beauty and power of motherhood. these gentle moments, captured forever in memories and photographs, are what make life worth living. as a family photographer, I am honored to be able to document these precious moments, to freeze them in time, giving my clients a way to relive them for years to come. you don't need a special occasion or a perfectly clean house - all you need is love, and I'll handle the rest.