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The first week I moved to Washington, I explored Pike Place with my kids, and my photographer's eye immediately spotted several places that would be perfect for photos.

I put out a model call driven by a clear vision I had, not inspired by Pinteres

My husband is finally back after being away since January. It feels like ages ago that he left. The solo grind of a military spouse is hard to even put into words. I'm relieved to have him back after holding everything together.

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My husband loves the toddler years, watching them take their first steps and hearing their first words. I'm a sucker for newborn snuggles, even with the sleepless nights. What's your favorite stage?

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New here? Let’s get acquainted! I’m Melanie Lopez, a birth photographer based in Olympia, Washington 📸

What it’s like having me on your birth team:
• On-call 24/7: I’m ready to head your way the moment labor starts (eve

Moving to a new area means discovering new locations, which can be both exciting and daunting. I'm currently working on a location guide, which involves photographing families at new spots - a challenge even after 8 years of experience.

This incred

When I first moved to the area, I made it a priority to connect with local midwives, birthing centers, doulas and other photographers. Establishing yourself as a new birth photographer is a big hurdle, simply because building that foundational level

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