At first you moved, only a little. I could always find you, right in the middle. As time went on, you really started to grow. It wasn't a whole lot, in fact, it was rather slow. Before I knew it, you were all over the place. It kind of felt like you were running a race. People would ask me if you were a boy or a girl. I would sit and wonder, if you would have curls. There are so many things I really want to know. But you are hidden inside, so the answers don't show. How much

"Raising Boys" I scrub the wall of fingerprints, Pick up the mounds of clothes. I sweep the dirt that shoes track in- Wish I could use a hose! Meals are served from dawn to dark, Dirty dishes crowd the sink. Just when they're washed and put away- Everyone wants a drink! The washer pulls the dirty grime From pants worn thin and patched. They look so very neat and clean- Yuck, look what the pockets hatched! Broken bones and bloody knees, I should have been a nurse. I

The Joy of Raising a Baby We're glad you joined our family, Yet some things make us wonder; How can a little package like you Have a voice that's loud as thunder? You are so small and oh so cute, But you are never very shy, For whenever you want something brought to you, You just open your mouth and cry. First you moved on hands and knees, Then you were up on your feet. We're chasing you all around the house; We're tired; we need a retreat! Your food is smeared over

Looking for an idea or a special way to celebrate your babies first birthday, look no further I think we might have just what you are looking for... Do you want something a little bit cute? A milestone marker? Something you can share with the family? Something you can look at every day? Something super fun? Check out our galleries on cake smash sessions. There is a huge range of options to choose form. Alana Taylor Photography is well know in the Melbourne area for our colorf

I Never Knew I never knew I could love so much, until the day I felt your touch. I softly kissed your tiny cheek, and from under your lashes I saw you peek. Your beautiful eyes so small and blue, my sweet little baby just brand new. I cannot wait to watch you grow, from your little head to your tiny toes. My daughter, my love, my little joy, my little angel, my baby doll toy. I promise to love you with all my heart, I'm here for you from the very start. I'll comfort yo

I really do love my job!! People often ask me why do I love my job so much. The simply answer is I get to capture your babies in the most perfect way and provide them to you for a lifetime of memories. We often get so caught up in our crazy lives and we forget to take that moment to reflect on our kids. With modern technology being so available to everyone people often think that a simple iPhone picture will do the trick. But will it? Are you going to be able to blow the imag

Today I got to meet this gorgeous and super cheeky little guy for his first birthday cake smash. This little dude was a fast mover so usually this can make it hard for a cake smash session as they usually just keep moving away from the cake however this little dude loved it! As well as eating the cake he also enjoyed smashing it to pieces! I think this was by far the most funniest and messy cake smash I have ever had. I am also super obsessed with this bow tie Smash Outfit! S

A bit about Cake Smashes: Cake smash photography shoots started in America many years ago, but the trend has since made its way to Australian and is a huge novelty for your 1 Year old baby. Cake Smash Sessions are done around your child’s first birthday, and the photos can be used for your little ones first birthday party invitations or just to mark the milestone. Alana Taylor Photography has been specializing in Cake Smash Sessions for years and has a huge variety of Outfits

At first you moved, only a little. I could always find you, right in the middle. As time went on, you really started to grow. It wasn't a whole lot, in fact, it was rather slow. Before I knew it, you were all over the place. It kind of felt like you were running a race. People would ask me if you were a boy or a girl. I would sit and wonder, if you would have curls. There are so many things I really want to know. But you are hidden inside, so the answers don't show. How much

The very first professional photos of your newborn are so important, this moment in time you can never get back so its so important to find the right photographer for you. You want these images to capture the beauty and innocence of your little one within your style and budget. You want to look back at those pictures years from now with that same warmth you had when you first saw them. You dont want your photos to get outdated and you want them to compliment your house for ye

A Mothers Promise I promise to always love you in whoever you decide to be I promise to be there for you, whenever you need me I promise to not pass judgment without first hearing you out I promise to be in your life from day one and to learn what you're about I promise to keep you healthy and to help you grow nice and strong I promise to teach you to be a good person and know what is right and wrong I promise to protect you and to always know you are okay I promise to always

When you have just had a baby there is nothing quite like the new baby smell , you try to make sure you can remember it always. You want to remember how small their hands were, their lashes and those gorgeous little milk spots. The first few weeks can be very full on for a new mum as is there is a lot of adjusting to be had. Its so important to capture this moment as it will be gone so quickly. Newborn shoots are best done when little babe is under 3 weeks so all those squish

When our clients come in for their photography sessions we make every effort to capture gorgeous poses. Sometimes when we come across a photograph as perfect as this one we are left with very little words. I can tell you that we were all in love with this family today. A gorgeous new family to share many moments like this one. We hope that you will be extremely happy with all of your newborn portrait photographs. Love Alana X Melbourne Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photograp

Sweet dreams little one. Sleepy shots are my favourite kind of newborn session as you can really be as creative as you like. This little angel was the perfect little model for us today and his family now have a huge range of photographs to choose from which is by hard the trickiest part when they all look as amazing as this one. Be sure to get in quick if you are an expecting mum as places book up very fast. Love Alana X Melbourne Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photography Me