okay most days, when we feel like we're drowning in motherhood. When we can't wait for bedtime (ours and theirs).

And on days like these, after your kids are asleep and the circus is silent, you wonder...

"Am I missing it all?"
 
Strangers tell us to slow down and savor these precious years when our children are still little. But they've forgotten how unrealistic slowing down can be. Sure, "the dishes can wait", but not because we're above average parents leaving the mess for later as we make pillow forts and play tag. It's more likely we leave the dishes in the sink out of necessity. And the laundry in the dryer, too. 

Here's the thing, we can't stop the time train and before you know it, your newborn is learning to tie their shoes and toddling off to preschool leaving us wondering how this could possibly happen? How did they suddenly get so big?

This is why I photograph families with young children. Photographs of your life as you live it is as close as we're going to get to stopping time. Moments that would otherwise slide by are preserved for a lifetime. Forget the mayhem for one hour a year and release the anxiety of "savoring it all" as you take the time to snuggle, laugh, and enjoy your family for who they are. 

Your kids aren't wild. They're kids.
Your house isn't messy. It's lived in.

And yes. 
You're doing this mom stuff right.
♥︎

There are days...

I'm Jennifer

well hello, there!

I grew up in a ruthlessly funny, take-no-prisoners family 
(it's one of the greatest gifts I could have been given).

Scented soy candles, Philz coffee, reruns of Friends, walking everywhere, and Dean Martin on repeat.

I grew up in a ruthlessly funny, take-no-prisoners family 
(it's one of the greatest gifts I could have been given).

I deeply believe in
the chaos of family life.
 
We need it. The craziness gives
meaning to the sparkly, glittery moments in-between.
 
So let the kids run wild.
I'll find your magic. I promise.

My guy. He laughs at my jokes, likes to cook, and sings me Blink 182 songs when I've had a rough day . 


Dogs, dogs, dogs (and more dogs)

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Photos of me taken by these gifts from the photo gods: Michelle Ocampo, Erin Witkowski, and In Her Image photography