Haley and Caleb’s home was filled with so much joy when I stopped by to photograph their growing family. Jax, their spirited 2 ½-year-old little guy, is completely smitten with his new baby sister, Sophie. He willingly gave kisses as I snapped away, and his favorite monkey friend, Ah-Ah, even sat in for a few shots! ;) 

Sophie is a tiny bundle of pink and sweetness, and Haley and I had so much fun swapping bows and outfits for her during the session. Watching Jax’s gentle excitement and seeing how tenderly he loves his sister was a beautiful reminder of how family grows and seasons change. My husband and I have welcomed new babies three times in the past seven years, and capturing this stage of life for the Malenke family—the quiet newborn snuggles, the big brother kisses, the little bows and stuffed friends--felt like freezing a few perfect, fleeting moments in time for this precious family.

A New Season for a Family of Four

The malenke family