The Family Blog
8 Unique Baby Shower Gifts
I love the idea of being a bit different and coming up with some really unique baby shower gifts to surprise the new mums and dads-to-be in my life. It saves them receiving a load adorable first size clothes that their newborn baby a) might never get around to wearing...
How to Make a Pregnancy Collage
When people see my pregnancy collage, they always say how much they wish they'd done something similar for themselves. I love it because it shows the incredible transformation that a woman's body goes through during pregnancy (and I'm pretty proud of it considering it...
The problem with the photography industry (Part One)
I couldn't believe it when I found out I'd won a free photoshoot. I never win anything! To be honest, I couldn't actually remember entering the competition but me forgetting something isn't exactly unheard of. The prize was a photoshoot with free print and I was...
Exploring Robinswood Hill Country Park in the Spring
It's bluebell season, so we went out exploring to see what we could find at Robinswood Hill Country Park in Gloucester. The park is really easy to get to and has free parking - although it can get busy at times. As soon as you arrive, you get a glimpse of just how...
Places to eat in Gloucestershire with a child’s play area
It can be stressful trying to eat out with children in tow so I’ve compiled a list of the places to eat in Gloucestershire that have a play area to keep them occupied. I’d love to hear what you think - please leave a comment below! Without further ado and in no...
Top 5 FUN unisex nursery ideas
For the first time in my life I am actually making plans about interior design. Having lived in magnolia-clad military accommodation since I was 16 years old, I CANNOT wait to be able to put my own stamp on my own home. So even though I'm late to the party, I'd love...
My photographer wants to use my photos. Is this normal?
Yes! It is totally normal for a photographer to ask to use photographs from your session. After all, seeing their photos is what convinced you to use them, right? It's totally understandable to have some hesitations around it. This short article is designed to help...
What to expect from a maternity photoshoot
Welcome to the first in my series about what to expect if you have a portrait photography session with Moments by Katie Mitchell Photography. This time it's all about those mums-to-be coming in for their maternity photoshoots. Before you book I want you to feel...
Introducing Mummy and Me sessions!
Mummy and Me photography sessions are dedicated to the women who are normally found BEHIND the camera. Think about it... us mums are normally great at trying to capture special moments on camera for our family, aren't we? The men in our lives? Generally not so much. I...
Katie is a lovely person and made me feel totally at ease during my maternity photoshoot, which I was a little apprehensive about! The pictures are gorgeous and something to treasure forever.