Mama + Me Sessions

for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

who runs the world?

Definitely moms.

Every year in October, I offer Mama + Me Mini Sessions in honor of my favorite time of year and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. My hope is to capture the essence of motherhood and the strength, perseverance, and great reward of bonding with your little one. For these  photographs to be something you cherish for the rest of  your lives. These sessions will document those special and intimate moments  and the strong bond between mama and little one(s). Whether you have given birth, fostered, adopted... no matter how you have been adorned with the title of "mama," these sessions are for you. 

In relation to Breast Cancer Awareness, studies show that breastfeeding can lower the risk of breast cancer.

 "Little girls who are breastfed and grow up to breastfeed their own children have an even lower risk of breast cancer. If breast cancer is diagnosed, mothers typically face emergency weaning, surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation treatments... Today, many patients choose breast-conserving surgery. While radiation therapy typically kills the milk-making tissue in the breast along with the cancer, there have been several cases of partial milk production in women who later gave birth." 

-Barbara Wilson-Clay BS, IBCLC

Mama + Me Mini Session: $300

What's included: 

• 30 minute session on October 26th (inquire for available times)

• Full resolution digital images with printing rights

• Online gallery to view, download, and share your images

• Location: Airbnb in Ocean Beach

• On-site hair styling and light make-up by Makeup and Mamahood

• Flower bar and backdrop by Bat Country Design Co.

• Delicious snack spread by local cafe - Little Lion Cafe

• 50% off discount to Pashey Bella for anyone who books

20% of the proceeds go to breastcancer.org to help pay for mammograms, care, and support for women in need.

Book now. 

FAQ

WHO ARE THESE FOR?
Mama, these are for you. These are for all moms. Moms with babies in the womb or babies in their arms. Moms with toddlers. Moms with kids of all ages. Moms who are currently breastfeeding or never have or no longer are. They aren't for any one specific mom.  Just plainly and simply, these sessions are for mamas to support other mamas (and women in general) with breast cancer. 

WHAT TIMES ARE AVAILABLE?
There is a set schedule with session times on October 26th. The spots are first come-first serve and the prime times go quickly! Fill out the form below to reserve the time that works best for you.

WHAT DOES THE SESSION ENTAIL?
We suggest that you arrive 15 minutes early to your session time to park, get situated with your kids, get changed, or do whatever it is you need to do. When you arrive you’ll start with Sophia who will be taking care of your hair and make-up. We will have some toys at the house, snacks, and a little yard for kiddos to stay entertained while you get pampered. Jess, our florist will be helping with hair as well and will show you the flower bar where you get to pick from different flower clips or flowers in your hair (yours to keep!). Once hair and make-up is finished (30 minutes), you’ll hop in front of the camera with your little ones (30 minutes). Some moms choose to bring help with them to get kids dressed, change diapers, keep them happy or whatever it is you may need help with while you get your hair done.

HOW ARE YOU GIVING BACK?
In the previous year as well as this year, 20% of the proceeds go to www.breastcancer.org. We are constantly on the hunt for organizations that help provide resources to breastfeeding mothers with breast cancer. The hope is to be able to take away the stress of finding donor milk or supplementation for mothers who face going through treatment, emergency weaning, and the difficulties of providing breast milk. If you know of an organization like this, please send us their information!

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE IMAGES?
Images are guaranteed within 3 weeks of the event, though I always just try to get them to you as soon as possible.

HOW DOES PAYMENT WORK?
There is a $50 non-refundable deposit to secure you time spot. The rest is due the day of the session and can be paid a number of different ways: Cash/Check, Venmo, or credit card.