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Choosing Which Colors to Wear for Family Photos

Choosing Which Colors to Wear for Family Photos When choosing which colors to wear for your family photos, I recommend selecting lighter, neutral tones and more muted shades. Bright, bold or neon colors are distracting and take the focus away from where it should be: you! You can never go wrong with light neutral colors […]

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mother in blue dress holding newborn wrapped in white muslin wrap, standing in front of a blue hand painted backdrop

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When to Schedule Newborn Photos

There’s nothing quite as magical as capturing those fleeting moments of the first days of your baby’s life. From their tiny fingers and toes, to their delicate features, a newborn session is a chance to freeze time and preserve the memories that will last a lifetime. However, timing is crucial when it comes to newborn […]

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what to pack for hospital or birth center

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Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack for Hospital or Birth Center 

What to Pack for Hospital or Birth Center Having a go-bag ready and at arm’s reach once you’re in the likely range of going into labor can make your rush to the hospital or birthing center that much less stressful. It can take the pressure off your already flooded mind and give you peace of […]

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When Should You Do a Maternity Shoot?

  When Should You Do a Maternity Shoot? There’s a quiet kind of magic in the way your body changes during pregnancy—a soft unfolding of something sacred. It’s not just the curve of your belly or the flutter of tiny kicks, but the transformation happening inside and all around you. As you prepare to welcome […]

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ABOUT Ashley

Lover of antiques and rustic European charm. Middle sister. insatiable sweet tooth. Inspired by quiet mornings & soft light

I’m Ashley—a photographer, a mother, and someone who deeply understands the swirl of emotions that come with welcoming a new baby.

I’ve spent years capturing motherhood and the early days of family life, but I’ve also lived it. I know how overwhelming it can be. The tender chaos. The joy. The fatigue. The quiet, sacred beauty in the everyday.

Fieldstone Studio was born out of a desire to serve mothers the way I wish I had been served—to create a calm, nurturing space where you feel seen, cared for, and never rushed. My approach is gentle and intentional, with every detail handled so you can simply be present.

Because these moments matter—and I’m here to help you hold onto them.

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For the Hospital or Birth Center

WHAT TO PACK

Having a go-bag ready and at arm’s reach once you’re in the likely range of going into labor can make your rush to the hospital or birth center that much less stressful. It can take the pressure off your already flooded mind and give you peace of mind that this one piece of preparing for your little one is done and ready. However, deciding what to pack for the hospital or birth center can be confusing.

This free guide will walk you through everything you should consider packing in your go-bag, with tons of helpful tips!

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