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Newborn baby with toddler sibling — Medina Ohio newborn and family photographer

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When I was 18, I was given an old Minolta film camera, and photography quickly became a favorite hobby. As our family grew, I loved taking pictures of our three daughters, and now of all our grandchildren- We often look back on those images, remembering how small they all were.

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God's grace in one tiny face💗

Last week, I shared a few of our family portraits

There is something incredibly special about watchi

There is something incredibly special about watching the man you love become a father.

Rick and I have shared many seasons of life together, but one of my favorites has been watching him grow into the dad our daughters know and love. From the sleepless nights and bedtime stories to the piggyback rides, life lessons, and reassuring hugs, he has always been there.

Fatherhood isn't built in grand gestures. It's built in the everyday moments. The rides to activities (so many activities!), the conversations around the dinner table, the encouragement after disappointment, the laughter during family vacations, and the countless ways a father quietly shows up day after day.

As Father's Day approaches, I'm reminded that some

As a photographer, I understand the value of famil

As a photographer, I understand the value of family portraits.

As a wife, mom, and grandma, I understand something even more important—I know how quickly families change.

Every year, I encourage families to invest in professional photography, and I make sure to do the same for my own family. Is it easy getting everyone coordinated, dressed, and in one place? Not always. But every single year, it is worth it.

The truth is that photographs become more valuable with time. They preserve the faces, relationships, and connections that are constantly evolving. The little ones grow taller. Teenagers become adults. Parents become grandparents. New family members join the story.

For the past three years, we have hired a professional to document our family during our annual family gathering. She has beautifully captured our growing family, our rambunctious children, and all the love and chaos that comes with gathering multiple generations together.

When I look at those images, I don't see perfectly posed portraits. I see our story. I see the people I love most. I see memories that can never be recreated exactly the same way again.

If you've been putting off family portraits because life feels busy or coordinating everyone seems overwhelming, consider this your reminder: there is no perfect time.

Your family is worthy of being documented exactly as you are today.

The effort lasts a day.

The photographs last a lifetime.

Photo credit: Annie Spires Photography ❤️

Preserving the moments of you.

Contact me to schedule your family portrait session at [www.momentsofyou.com](http://www.momentsofyou.com)

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Tiny fingers wrapped around yours. Delicate eyelas

Tiny fingers wrapped around yours. Delicate eyelashes resting against soft cheeks. Perfect little lips. Curly newborn hair. Wrinkly toes that fit in the palm of your hand.

While we all love the beautiful portraits of a sleeping newborn, some of the most treasured images from a newborn session are the detail shots.

These tiny features change so quickly. Before you know it, those curled-up toes are taking first steps, those little hands are reaching for yours, and that newborn face has grown into the face you know so well.

Detail photographs preserve the fleeting pieces of your baby's story—the things you never want to forget but know will change far too soon.

Years from now, when your baby is no longer a baby, these images will transport you back to those early days. You'll remember just how tiny they were, how perfectly they fit in your arms, and how quickly the season passed.

Because one day, you'll realize that the details you saw every day were actually some of the most beautiful memories of all.

Preserving the moments of you, one tiny detail at a time.

Contact me to schedule at www.momentsofyou.com

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Not every baby sleeps through their session — and

Our annual family week is right around the corner,

Our annual family week is right around the corner, and I genuinely cannot wait. 🤍

Every year, this time together becomes one of the highlights of our summer — slow mornings, loud laughter, backyard games, swimming, bonfires, late-night conversations, and countless little moments in between that somehow become lifelong memories.

Looking back through these candid images from previous years reminds me how quickly time moves… and how grateful I am that we continue making space to simply be together.

These are the moments our children will remember someday.
Not the perfectly planned ones — but the joyful, ordinary moments shared with the people who love them most.

Counting down the days until we’re all together again. ☀️

One thing many people don’t realize about newborn

One thing many people don’t realize about newborn photography is how important safety is behind the scenes. 🤍

Beautiful newborn images should never come at the expense of a baby’s comfort or safety, which is why having a spotter during sessions is so incredibly important.

In my case, I am beyond blessed to have my daughter beside me during many sessions. She not only loves children deeply, but she also brings her expertise as a pediatric occupational therapist into every moment.

Whether gentle hands are needed to safely support a baby in a pose, a careful eye is watching tiny movements and cues, or a busy toddler needs playful redirection during family portraits… she does it all with patience, warmth, and so much love.

Honestly, parents often see the finished image — but behind that image is teamwork, preparation, training, and a shared commitment to creating a safe and joyful experience for every family who walks through my doors.

And as a mom myself, there is something especially meaningful about getting to do this work alongside my daughter. 🤍

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There’s something so special about being invited i

There’s something so special about being invited into those first few days at home with a newborn 🤍

This lifestyle newborn session was completely unscripted — slow, natural, and centered around simply documenting a real “day in the life” with this new little love. No stiff posing, no pressure to make things look perfect. Just the beauty of home exactly as this season feels right now.

It was obvious from the moment I walked in that this baby already had everyone completely wrapped around their finger — every tiny sound, every stretch, every sleepy expression became the most important thing in the room.

What I loved most about this session was how effortlessly everyone settled into the moment. The quiet cuddles on the couch, feeding breaks, tiny details, and in-between moments are always the memories that end up meaning the most. And capturing these moments at home — in the nursery they carefully put together, the living room where they’re soaking in these first days, the spaces that already hold so much meaning — makes the gallery feel that much more personal and nostalgic years from now.

Those first days home are blurry and beautiful all at once, and preserving them in an honest way will always be my favorite.

Summer availability is officially open, and I’d love to document this season for you too ☀️

Behind every flag, every medal, and every folded u

Behind every flag, every medal, and every folded uniform.. there is a family. And while we celebrate the holiday with friends and family - we won't forget the gravity of the price paid by many.

My dad served in the Air Force for 20 years as a Colonel, dentist, and officer — dedicating his life to his country with honor and integrity. Rick's father served in the Korean War and earned the Army Commendation Medal for carrying a wounded soldier back from the front line. His bravery brought a man home to his family. Both men served courageously. Both became the foundation of ours. I've included some photos from their time in service.

Today we pause to remember the brave servicemen and women whose sacrifices made our freedoms possible.. and wrap our arms around the families who grieve loved ones who never returned home. Thank you will never be enough. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a peaceful Memorial Day as we pau

Wishing everyone a peaceful Memorial Day as we pause to remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedom. 🇺🇸

Today, as we gather with family, rest, laugh, and enjoy the simple freedoms we so often take for granted, may we do so with grateful hearts for those who bravely served our country and never made it home.

Remembering their sacrifice today and always. 🤍

Every family has a story.. and sometimes the best

Every family has a story.. and sometimes the best sessions start with a feeling, a season, or a moment you want to recreate. These are three themes I've been dreaming about bringing to life this year. Swipe through and let me know which one speaks to you. ➡️

If any of these feel like your family, I would love to make it happen. My 2026 calendar has limited availability, so head to the link in bio for more info and let's start planning something beautiful!

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** Please note: the images in this carousel are not my own work and are shared for inspiration purposes only. All photo credit belongs to the original photographers. 📷 **

Wishing everyone a peaceful Memorial Day as we pau

Wishing everyone a peaceful Memorial Day as we pause to remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedom. 🇺🇸

Today, as we gather with family, rest, laugh, and enjoy the simple freedoms we so often take for granted, may we do so with grateful hearts for those who bravely served our country and never made it home.

Remembering their sacrifice today and always. 🤍

Things no one really prepares you for in that firs

Things no one really prepares you for in that first week home with your newborn…

The silence at 3am somehow feels louder than ever
You’ll learn every little sound they make before you even notice you have
The love doesn’t arrive the way you imagined — it arrives deeper
You’ll question yourself a hundred times a day. And still, you’re doing better than you think

These are the moments you’ll look back on someday. Every tired, beautiful second of them 🤍 #ohionewbornphotographer #newbornphotographer #newbornphotography

It's been a while since I've formally introduced m

It's been a while since I've formally introduced myself, and with some new faces here, it felt like the right time. 🤍

I'm Regina, a newborn and family photographer based in Northeast Ohio. I'm also a board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy who spent my career working in pediatrics. That combination might sound unexpected, but it's really at the heart of everything I do. Whether I was helping a child take their first steps or photographing a family in those very first days, both paths have always led me to the same place — caring for God's greatest gift to us - children, and family.

Outside the studio, I'm a wife, a mom, and a grandma to a wonderfully full family of littles who have affectionately named our home "Camp Thompson." Family is everything to us, and that's exactly why I understand what it means to want these moments captured well.

If you're expecting or recently welcomed a new baby, I'd love to connect. My sessions are designed to be calm, safe, and stress-free.. because you have enough to think about already.

Click the link in bio to work with me 📸

— Regina

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Have you ever wondered what a full newborn gallery

Have you ever wondered what a full newborn gallery actually looks like?

Come BTS with me today to take a look! 👀

If you’re expecting and considering a dreamy newborn session, I’d love to chat. Find the link in comments for more info!

One of the most important things I’ve learned is t

One of the most important things I’ve learned is that growth should never stop — no matter how many years you’ve been doing something.

Experience matters, but there is always something new to learn, a different perspective to hear, or a small detail that can make a meaningful impact. Attending this workshop reminded me that the little things we pick up along the way often become the things that elevate not only our work, but also the experience we create for the families we serve.

Sometimes it’s a new technique. Sometimes it’s a better way to communicate, guide, or connect. And sometimes it’s simply being reminded why we care so deeply about what we do.

Continuing to learn keeps us inspired, intentional, and always striving to give families the very best of ourselves. I’m grateful for every opportunity to grow — both professionally and personally — because those lessons always find their way back into the work.

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” — Colossians 3:23

This one always surprises people! When baby start

This one always surprises people!

When baby starts pulling up and taking those first steps, should they be wearing shoes?

Share with a first-time parent. 🤍

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A little late, but still worth saying… To the mom

A little late, but still worth saying…

To the moms in the newborn stage,
the exhausted moms running on coffee and love,
the moms soaking in every fleeting moment…

To the moms still waiting,
the stepmoms,
the mother figures,
and the women carrying the memory of their angel children in their hearts 🤍

You are seen. You are valued. You are everything in all the ways that matter most.

Motherhood comes in so many forms, but the love behind it is always powerful.

Celebrating you — yesterday, today, and every day ✨

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