Your Mini Session Prep Guide
A little guidance so you can arrive calm, confident, and ready to soak it all in.
If you’re wondering how we’re going to get kids dressed, faces clean, and everyone smiling at the same time — take a deep breath. You’re in the right place.
This guide is here to help you feel prepared, relaxed, and maybe even a little excited. We’ve designed these mini sessions to be simple, supportive, and joy-filled from start to finish.
Mini Sessions: The Highlight Reel
Think of mini sessions as the highlight reel of a full session.
They are:
Short and sweet (15 minutes)
Fully guided from beginning to end
Playful and connection-focused
A beautiful way to update your photos without a big time commitment
They are not:
Long, pose-heavy shoots
Outfit-change marathons
Dependent on perfect behavior
Think: quick, warm, and full of real moments.
How To Prepare Your Kids (Without Losing Your Cool)
A little preparation goes a long way — but perfection is not required.
Before you arrive:
Feed everyone beforehand
Bring a small, mess-free snack
Avoid chocolate and brightly colored drinks
Let your kids know it will be quick
Promise something fun afterward
Bribes? Supported.
Snacks? Encouraged.
Messy imperfection? Even better.
We’re moms too. We get it.
What Happens When You Arrive
Plan to arrive about 10 minutes early so you can settle in without rushing. We’ll store your belongings and have water and light snacks available — because we know how easily those details get forgotten when you’re getting everyone out the door.
When it’s your turn, we’ll jump right in.
We’ll guide you the entire time — where to stand, what to do, how to hold your tiny human who suddenly forgot how legs work. You don’t need to prepare poses. That’s our job.
Your only job?
Show up. Stay close. Love on your people.
Connection over perfection. Every time.
If Your Kids Are Shy, Wild, or Clingy — You’re Still Good
Truly. We promise.
We expect:
Wiggles
Side-eyes
Snack negotiations
Sudden emotional speeches about socks
We’ll keep things moving quickly and playfully. Some of the very best photos happen in between the “posed” moments anyway.
Mini session law states: at least one child will consider protesting.
If someone melts down — it happens. We pivot. We reset. We keep it light. Parent snuggles fix most things. Quick breaks fix the rest.
After Your Session
Within two weeks, your private online gallery will arrive in your inbox.
From there you can:
Select the 15 high-resolution digital images included with your session
Download your favorites to share, print, and treasure
Purchase additional images if you fall in love with more
Order professional prints directly from our lab to your doorstep
Simple. Seamless. Beautifully delivered.
Quick FAQ (Because Moms Think of Everything)
Can grandparents join?
Mini sessions are designed for small groups of up to five people. If you’re hoping to include extended family, our full family session packages may be a better fit.
What if we’re late?
Mini sessions run back-to-back, so late arrival will reduce your session time. Arriving early helps everyone feel calm and unrushed.
What if my child refuses everything?
We adapt. We shift. We find connection in other ways — and we still create something beautiful. Promise.
Your family does not need to be perfect. Just connected.
Come as you are.
Laugh when things go sideways.
Snuggle your people a little closer.
That’s where the good stuff lives.
And that’s what we’re there to capture.
We can’t wait to see you.
