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From homes tucked into the Kentucky countryside to backyards with room to run, this is where I share the stories of growing families, the in-between moments, and the beauty of life as it is.

Education, Newborn

Wondering how to capture baby’s first year photography from those first smiles to the first birthday cake smash? Here’s what every milestone session looks like.

baby yawns while dad holds him during Louisville newborn session

Education, Family

If you’ve ever scrolled through beautifully curated homes online, it’s easy to wonder if your own space measures up, especially when you’re considering booking a session for Louisville In-Home Family Photography. The short answer? Absolutely not. Your home does not need to be perfectly styled, newly renovated, or worthy of a Pinterest board to create […]

A family snuggles on the bed during their Louisville In-Home Family Photography Session. Photos by Michelle Bordenkircher Photography.

There is something incredibly special about welcoming a newborn into the world. Those first quiet days at home, filled with love, wonder, and a brand new rhythm as a family. This recent Louisville in-home newborn session with Briana and Blake was a beautiful reminder of just how meaningful it is to document these fleeting moments […]

A baby boy yawns during his Louisville In-Home newborn session Photos by Michelle Bordenkircher Photography

Newborn

Holly and Ethan’s in-home newborn session took place on a cold winter day in Louisville, just before a big winter storm rolled in. But inside, it was warm and cozy and full of newborn snuggles! Their session is a perfect example of why in-home newborn sessions are so special, and also a great way to […]

A newborn baby boy sleeps soundly during his in home newborn session. Louisville In Home Newborn Photographer Michelle Bordenkircher Photography

Education

So, you’ve booked your newborn session! Now what? Here are 10 things to do to help you prepare to capture these precious memories.

The most important reason to book an in-home newborn session? To remember these real-life moments. Capture the games of tag in the hallway, the quiet snuggles on the couch, and all of the little toy cars scattered across the living room floor. Remember the sleepless nights spent rocking your baby in the chair you’ll never […]

A family poses on their front porch with their newborn baby. Louisville In-Home Family Photography Session Michelle Bordenkircher Photography.

Newborn

I love seeing a family again after a maternity session. That’s why I was so excited for this in-home newborn session in Louisville, KY.

New mom and dad kiss their newborn baby during their in-home newborn session in Louisville, KY

Newborn

There’s something special about capturing the first day’s of a newborn’s life in an in-home newborn session in Louisville, KY.

New parents hold newborn during their in-home photography session in Louisville, KY

There’s something incredibly special about in-home newborn photography in Lexington, where every detail is infused with love.

New parents smile at each other while holding their baby girl during their in-home newborn photography session in Lexington, KY

Newborn

There’s something incredibly special about Louisville newborn photography and capturing the first days of a baby’s life, especially when it’s in the comfort of your own home.

New parents stand at their newborn daughter's crib for their Louisville newborn photography session.

Newborn

The anticipation of welcoming a new member into the family is a time filled with excitement, joy, and tender moments. As a photographer, there’s something truly special about being invited into a family’s home to capture these precious early days. Recently, I had the privilege of documenting such a momentous occasion during a Louisville in-home newborn session with Holly + John’s loving family of four.

Louisville Family stands together for their in-home newborn session

Shoes by the door, a cup left on the counter, captured as it is

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