Meet Kai–another preemie I had the opportunity to photograph this past fall. This little guy made it home from the NICU just in time for Thanksgiving–what a wonderful gift to be thankful for!
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First off, rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated! I’m still alive and kicking, but I’m hopelessly behind in my blogging. I’m slowly trying to catch up.
How can I best express the wonder and amazement I felt during this session? I photographed little Judah in the NICU, where he had been spending the first 3 months of his life. He was born about 15 weeks before his due date, so our session was anything but “normal”. Despite the fluorescent lights, standing on hospital furniture to get good angles, and the loud beeping of heart and breathing monitors, Judah proved to be quite the champ. He is *truly* a miracle in every way possible.
- You always amaze me with your beautiful work.
- What a little doll!! He looks good even in that hospital lighting. Such a precious time for the family! Great shots!
- Wow, I got chills looking at these. So amazing and what a gift you gave them, right there in the hospital!
- OMGoodness Molly, this displays your pure talent! I am already amazed at your work, but you have completely blown me away! He is beautiful, and I am so glad that you were able to give the gift of these memories to his parents!
- what a beautiful gift you have given this family. these are breathtaking. congrats to that little guy for being a fighter!!! praise GOD!
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This little man certainly brought back some memories for me. He was having some issues with nursing, so every time he needed to feed, his daddy would gently and patiently finger-feed him with a feeding tube. I remember how much patience that took with my own child so many years ago, and how frustrating it could be at times. Even though at the time I thought it would never end, looking back now I realize it was just a small blip on the radar of life. It’s amazing how such a small creature can teach you so much about patience, love, and giving even when you’re exhausted and feel like you have nothing left to give.
Congratulations ‘K’ family–he is truly amazing.
- oh so so beautiful
- Beautiful images, Molly. Such a sweet babe.
- How precious this baby boy is, Molly. His parents are truly fortunate. BTW, I love the way the texture of that blanket translates in the portraits. SIDE NOTE: You are making me so happy with all the frequent posts!!! Thanks!
- So serene, absolutely gorgeous as always!
- Just lovin your blog these days! beautiful work!
- Molly, Molly Molly. Opening my reader today and looking at your blog was like a breath of fresh air. I love you work. You detail shots are divine. I have to keep more up to date on my blog reading (at least yours)! Keep up the inspiring work friend.
- So beautiful!
- AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- So beautiful! Love them all but the last two are my favorites - love the details!
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Meet sweet little Cooper and Mackenzie. This tiny little duo weighed less as a team than some of my recent babies did all on their own! I had such a great time with them–thank you ‘E’ family for allowing me to photograph your precious little bundles.
- LOVE the photos!! We are going to have such a hard time deciding on which of the many photos to order! We had a great time during the photo shoot and will definitely have you capture them again!
- Thank you so much for taking such beautiful pictures of our babies! You did an amazing job. It's going to be hard to choose!
- Oh, these are SO sweet Molly.
- Perfect perfect. The boy/girl hats are just the sweetest things!!
- Molly, these babies are SO precious! I absolute L.O.V.E. picture #2, and #3 is really cute too! (((Of course they ALL are)))
- Absolutely stunning! Your images are so inspiring - love the softness and purity of every single one of them!
- Absolutely LOVE the shot of the feet together!
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This past week I had the privilege of photographing baby Grant, who having had a rough start to life, proved to be a wonderful reminder of how precious each and every breath we take truly is.
- bless his little heart! these are so precious Molly, a real gift to have!!
- What an absolutely precious sight!!! You are truly fortunate!
- He is so beautiful! Love all the detail shots!
- I am utterly in love with your work! I can not stop looking at your beautiful pictures!!
| 9 lbs of sugar |
Little Miss Catherine Scarlett–totally sweet from head to toe!
- these are absolutely perfect. you capture newborns so well!
- Perfection
- She literally looks like an angel in the last one. Beautiful work.
- Perfection...so very beautiful!
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Doesn’t this little girl have the most beautiful wide-open eyes ever?! I do love sleeping images of newborns, but there’s something so intense and pure about the gaze of a brand-new baby. Welcome to the world little Camrynn…
- These are simply amazing! I hope this family realizes how lucky they are to have you photograph their little one.
- What sweet captures! You're right sleeping baby's are always nice, but it's just something about that "open eyed" shot that you get every now and then! BONUS: I love the way her name is spelled!
- Such beauty. I love that last shot, those eyes are gorgeous.
- I love these too! Of course, being her mom...I am a little biased. Her eyes in color are even more amazing. I can't wait to see the full photo shoot. Thanks Molly.
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I often tell people I have the best job in the world, because I really do. There aren’t too many people in this world who can honestly say that they love what they do for a living–I guess I’m one of the lucky few. Photographing newborns brings me such immense joy, and such a sense of peace knowing that I’m giving parents the gift of time, paused. By the time Baby Tyler’s parents read this post, he will already be 1.5 weeks older, bigger, and so much different already. I say this all on the cusp of my oldest child turning 7–time goes so quickly. Take these moments and drink them in–savor each one, because tomorrow they will be different and changed. Thank you to Tyler’s parents, and to ALL of my newborn parents, for allowing me to be a part of this sacred time.
- Just beautiful Molly. Every time I look at your newborn images the detail catch my breath, make me long for another one (which wont happen lol). You are a gift to the families! :)
- very precious Molly and you definately do have the best job in the world - well done!
- As a photographer myself, I have to agree, we do have the best job and you are one of the best! Love them all!
- these are gorgeous molly! what a pretty baby too :)
- STUNNING!!! You are such an INCREDIBLE talent - your images are so pure, simple and completely gorgeous. LOVE LOVE LOVE your work! =)
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I always love summer babes. Even though mom, dad and I were all sweating in the hot September heat, little Gavin just was so cozy that he slept the whole time. I can’t complain! Congrats ‘N’ family–he’s absolutely perfect in every way.
- very nice work!
- Love the b/w one, great job Molly!
- incredible Molly!!!
| beyond the sea…|
…is where this little peanut’s daddy is stationed. He hasn’t met his new baby girl yet, so I certainly hope he enjoys viewing her gallery. Congrats ‘S’ family–she’s absolutely beautiful!
- Beautiful. I'm dying to know what lens you use?
- Gorgeous work Molly, one of the reasons I love your work is because it truly captures the essence of the newborn, the perfect details! Stunning images, adorable baby!
- so precious! beautiful
by Molly Hilton
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