If you’ve ever stressed about getting “perfect” photos, you’re in good company. You’re exactly who I created my family photoshoot experience for. Because here’s the thing: this isn’t just about smiling at the camera. It’s about giving your family space to be fully yourselves, chaos and all. The laughter, the meltdowns, the cuddles, the wild energy, it all belongs. And it all matters.
Welcome! I’m Megan, a Minneapolis-based family and newborn photographer who offers more than just photos. I create a family photoshoot experience that feels natural, playful, and real. If you’re tired of stiff poses and stressful sessions, you’re in the right place. Take a look at my portfolio, get a feel for how sessions work, and reach out when you’re ready to tell your family’s story your way.
If You’ve Ever Stressed About How Your Family Will Show Up on Camera
This isn’t about polished pictures. It’s about the ones that feel like your family. The wild curls that never stay brushed. The muddy knees. The way your child wraps themselves around your leg or bursts into laughter mid-run. Those are the moments that matter. The ones you’ll want to remember, because they’re real.
I’ve watched so many parents worry about whether their kids will behave, whether their outfits are right, and whether everything will go smoothly. I’ve felt that pressure too. But the truth is, none of that needs to be perfect. It just needs to be yours. This family photoshoot experience is designed to hold up to whatever your day brings. The calm, the chaos, the giggles, the meltdowns. It all belongs here.
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The Photos Are Just Part of It (This Is an Experience, Not a Photoshoot)
When you book with me, you’re not just getting a photo session. You’re stepping into a family photoshoot experience that feels more like play than pressure. It’s thoughtful, low-stress, and designed to make your life easier. Before we even meet, I’ll help you feel prepared and supported so you’re not left guessing.
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A simple prep guide with real-life tips that actually help
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Support with what to wear without the pressure to match or shop for something new
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Space to tell me about your kids, their personalities, and what matters most to your family right now
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The chance to share anything you’re worried about, so I can help make it easier
On the day of the session, your kids already know I’m someone they can trust. I’m not a stranger asking them to sit still. I’m the one playing tag, telling silly jokes, and following their lead. You don’t need to bribe anyone or force a smile. You need to show up as you are. This family photoshoot experience is meant to feel light, natural, and real. The kind of experience where you leave saying that actually felt good. The kind where the photos are only part of what you take away.
Nervous about how your kids will do during your newborn session? Or wondering how to prepare without stressing everyone out? I’ve got you. Head to the blog for simple, real-life tips to help your whole family feel ready and relaxed.
This Family Photoshoot Experience Moves at Your Family’s Pace
Every family brings a different rhythm. Some are loud and silly, full of tickles and piggyback rides. Others are quieter and cuddly, moving slowly and sticking close. There’s no one right way to be together. That’s why I don’t come in with a checklist. I come in with open eyes and a whole lot of curiosity.
Instead of trying to make your family fit into a particular style, I let your energy lead the way. I follow your kids around. I squat down to their level. I play games, crack jokes, and sometimes just hang back and watch. You don’t have to perform. You get to just be. This approach doesn’t just create better photos, it makes a better family photoshoot experience. One that actually honors who you are.
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I’m In It With You (Because I’m a Mom Too)
Here’s something I don’t say lightly: I get it. I’m a mom too, and I built this family photoshoot experience with that in mind. I know what it feels like to show up for everyone else and still feel like you’re falling short. I know how rare it is to feel truly seen in the middle of everyday life. And I know how quickly everything changes, even when the days feel long.
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What it’s like to always be the one behind the camera, rarely in the frame
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How your baby can feel like a teenager overnight
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How much you carry that no one else sees
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How deeply you want to hold onto this season, even when it feels messy
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How hard it is to slow down long enough to really see it
That’s why I don’t treat this as just a session. It’s time set aside for you. It’s a chance to let go of the pressure, be in the moment, and actually feel how much love lives in the middle of your chaos. From one mom to another, I’m here to help you see it, and to help you feel it, too.
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Your Gallery Will Feel Like Your Family (Not a Pinterest Board)
Pinterest is fun for party themes and cake ideas, but it doesn’t always show what real family life looks like. You won’t find stiff poses or everyone dressed the same in my galleries. What you will find are big belly laughs, messy hair, dirt on knees, kids wrapped around your legs, and those in-between moments that speak louder than words.
You’ll see your family as they are right now. The way your toddler lights up when they see you. The quiet way your partner reaches for your hand. How you hold everything together with so much love. That’s what this family photoshoot experience is really about. Not photos made to impress. Photos that feel like you. Photos that feel like home.
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The Family Photoshoot Experience Continues After the Session
Once the session is over, you don’t just get a gallery and a goodbye. I’ll walk you through choosing your collection, picking prints, and deciding how you want to hold onto these memories. I’ll even help you design a wall gallery or a custom album if you wish for support there. (Because let’s be real, if it’s not easy, it’s not happening.) I believe your images belong in your life, not stuck in your phone. So I make it simple. I’m here for you every step of the way, and I’m always just an email away. Because this family photoshoot experience doesn’t end when the camera turns off, the care continues.
Why This Family Photoshoot Experience Might Be Exactly What You Need Right Now
If you’ve been craving a family photoshoot experience that feels less like a chore and more like a deep breath, I’d love to meet you right where you are. No pressure. No pretending. Just your family, exactly as you are, in all your beautiful, messy, ordinary magic. Because this season matters, and you deserve photos that help you hold onto it.
If you’re looking for a family photoshoot experience that feels more like play than pressure, I’d love to connect. Come say hi on Instagram or reach out when you’re ready to create something meaningful together.
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