June 16, 2023
Earlier this year I had the pleasure of capturing a one-year milestone for a sweet baby girl named Brooklyn. We ran into one small problem during the session though, Brooklyn was teething and fussy. Thankfully, she perked up for us and we got some beautiful images of her and her parents. However, I learned a valuable lesson that day. I need to be more prepared for teething babies at my sessions. That very day, after Brooklyn’s session I went home and purchased some wooden teething rings to have on hand for any future milestone sessions with a teething little one. Of course, we could have given her a brightly colored toy to chew on, but that wouldn’t have been very aesthetically pleasing for photographs.
Teething is an important milestone in a baby’s life, and as parents, we strive to provide them with safe and engaging toys to soothe their discomfort. Wooden toys not only serve as excellent teething aids but also add a touch of elegance and charm to baby milestone photography sessions. I now have very simple wooden rings that babies can have to chew on during their session if they happen to get fussy. With a wooden chew toy in hand, we can continue to photograph baby while they soothe their aching gums. I do not reuse or share these toys and baby is more than welcome to take their teether home. However, I also wanted to give some tips for choosing your own photographable teething toys if you wanted to bring something a little more unique and personal to your baby’s milestone session. Here are some of my tips on what to look for:
Here is a list of some toys I suggest if you would like to bring your own aesthetically pleasing teething toy to your milestone session:
Choosing aesthetically pleasing wooden toys for teething babies adds an element of charm and elegance to newborn photography sessions. By prioritizing safety, opting for natural materials, and considering various textures and shapes, you can create visually captivating images while providing comfort to your teething baby. Don’t forget to explore artisan-made toys and incorporate subtle colors to add a unique and personal touch. When you book a milestone session with Lauren Grigg Photography in OKC, you can capture beautiful memories that reflect the joy and sweetness of this precious stage in your baby’s life.
One last thought…
A little teething medicine also never hurts to have on hand. One of my absolute favorite teething medications that worked wonders for my son when he was little is the Boiron Camilia Teething Drops. Within ten minutes of administering these little homeopathic drops to my son he would always calm right down. These would be a great option to keep in your diaper bag!
OKC Baby Photographer, Lauren Grigg, specializes in photography of the early years in central Oklahoma including maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography. Based in Yukon, OK, Lauren travels to surrounding areas including Oklahoma City, OKC, Edmond, Mustang, Piedmont, Okarche, Guthrie, Stillwater and other central Oklahoma communities.
I love to travel, and also work with families outside of this area as long as it is no more than a 2-hour drive! I would love to start planning your own maternity session! To see more of my portfolio, please click here.
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