Ever since our first child was born, we always look forward to our family photo sessions. Our little home is filled with family photos and it's nice to see how we've grown. We've tried different photo studios already, but this time we wanted to try an outdoor photoshoot.

I trust Jan of Labski Fotografi to shoot our photos, I always get her for our events. I was ecstatic to find out that she was teaming up with my other favorite supplier, Happy Thoughts, to offer styled photoshoots.

So one Saturday morning, we had our recent family photoshoot in Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife. The theme was Summer Picnic, and Happy Thoughts styled a cheerful, dainty setup for that session.

Our photo session was first blogged by Jan in her website HERE.

I'm happy to share how the photoshoot turned out.

And I am also happy to announce that Labski Fotografi is celebrating their 5th Anniversary with an amazing blowout!

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LF EVENT PACKAGES and LF PORTRAIT PACKAGES at 15% less
*Booking period is from April - June 2015, redeemable for events and sessions until December 20, 2015.

STYLED OUTDOOR MINI-SESSION for only PhP 3,000
*Limited slots only to be held on Labor Day (May 1, 2015) in Quezon City.

For booking information, send an email to janmagtoto@labskifotografi.com or text your inquiries at 0908.8216325.

Smile!

I could never get the hang of the saying: "Time flies!". In just less than a month, our baby girl will soon be turning a year old...

Already?

Yes.

Again, time flies! So quickly, that I'm afraid my children grow up too fast!

But right now I am simply happy to be here for them, spoil them with kisses and hugs, tickle them as they laugh out loud, play with them and simply have fun with them. I get to be a kid again when I am with my kids and I will cherish every moment.

Hailey was born November last year, when Janet Napoles was being held in court and when Typhoon Yolanda was about to come for our country. Yes, it was an unforgettable birth indeed.

Why name her Hailey? 

Well, originally the plan was to name our children an oriental/asian J name plus a biblical or religious name like our first born. But we liked the name Hailey so much that we decided not to follow the "plan". hehe. As in, we really liked that name, it just stuck to us, and had a B1-B2 moment (if you know what I mean). Her other name, Khaleesi, is from the show Game of Thrones. Yes, it's that show on HBO. We're fans, particularly Daenerys Targaryen fans :)

Now, our baby girl has been our little bundle of cheers and laughter. She always has a pretty smile ready. She has 2 teeth now but still a small lock of hair :D She knows how to clap, to give flying kisses, to bless (mano po), to close and open her cute baby hands. She can now stand but still afraid to take her first independent step. I hope she gains confidence before she turns One! Here's to high hopes :) 

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Oh and just recently, she knew how to sign for water. We've been teaching her since she was a newborn, but it's a surprise she knew "water" before "milk", "more", "please", or "mommy".. which are the usual things babies learn to sign.

But instead of using 3 fingers like the letter W, she uses all of her fingers to sign, with sounds too, she says "wawa" for water. Yup, baby signing is cool!

I also took her pre-birthday photoshoot recently, since I am a frustrated photographer, hehe. Sharing with you some of our little Princess' shots :)

Don't grow up too fast, my little one!

Love, 

Mommy

To those who know me well, I am a frustrated model. Yes, you read that right...Ah the dream! But right now, I pass on that dream to my kids, hihi.

Anyway, being the avid picture poser that I am, I'm always game for the camera! Yes, even with this pregnant body, pimples, big nose, and chubby cheeks...I pose and smile :) Besides, being pregnant has made me love and appreciate my body more than ever. Carrying a baby inside is such a wonderful miracle, and in every aspect, an amazing masterpiece... that being said, why not have a maternity photoshoot to remember your baby bump?

When I was pregnant with Kiel, I didn't get the chance to have my picture taken professionally by a photographer. I did, however, take pictures of myself here at home...yes, you read that right again...by myself..ah, the things you can achieve when you are alone, are bored, and have a camera. That's what the timer is for! I am a fan of natural lighting, and with my trusty Nikkon d3000, and some manual settings, I came up with these...

I was 5 months pregnant with Kiel, so the bump is not that pronounced yet.