"Ottawa Maternity, Newborn & Family Photography Blog | Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography"

Baby eating cake in whimsical fairy cake smash backdrop Ottawa

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Cake Smash Ottawa Families Love for First Birthdays Planning a cake smash Ottawa session is one of the most joyful ways to celebrate your baby’s first birthday. This milestone marks the end of babyhood and the beginning of toddlerhood — a season filled with personality, independence, and expression. At Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography, every […]

Cake Smash Ottawa | First Birthday Photography

newborn baby curled pose photographed by Ottawa newborn photographer

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One of the most common questions parents ask is: “When should I book my newborn photographer?”
The truth is — timing matters more than most families realize.

When Should You Book a Newborn Photographer in Ottawa? Timing Guide for Parents

Baby sitting beside cake during first birthday cake smash Ottawa studio session

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Planning a first birthday cake smash Ottawa session? Here’s what happens if baby doesn’t like the cake — and why parents still love their galleries.

What Happens If My Baby Doesn’t Like the Cake? | First Birthday Cake Smash Ottawa

Luxury maternity portrait of expecting mother photographed in Ottawa studio by PPOC-accredited maternity photographer.

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Capture the beauty of your pregnancy with a luxury maternity photographer in Ottawa. Learn when to book, wardrobe tips, studio vs outdoor sessions, and maternity + newborn combo options in this complete guide.

The Complete Guide to Maternity Photography in Ottawa

Newborn baby girl sleeping peacefully in a basket with soft pink and lavender wraps, styled by Ottawa newborn photographer Sonia Gourlie

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Families often find us while searching for “newborn photography near me” in Ottawa. First, this sweet session included calm moments, soft colors, and so much love—exactly the experience we aim to create for every family who walks through our studio doors. Mom discovered Sonia Gourlie Fine Art Photography while researching newborn photographers in Ottawa and […]

NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY NEAR ME | OTTAWA

Mother and child Mother’s Day portrait session in Ottawa

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A Luxurious Fine Art Photography Experience Celebrating the Heart of Motherhood Motherhood is made of fleeting moments—soft embraces, shared laughter, and quiet connections that pass far too quickly. We thoughtfully design our Mother’s Day Portrait Sessions in Ottawa to preserve those moments as timeless, fine art portraits that celebrate the beauty, strength, and legacy of […]

Mother’s Day Portrait Sessions in Ottawa