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Baby Milestones By Month: Baby Milestones Timeline – What to Expect
Your baby’s first year is full of changes. This Baby Milestones by Month guide walks Melbourne parents through what to expect, local support in Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham & Mornington Peninsula, plus milestone photography ideas to capture it all.


Baby Cues Decoded: Why Is My Newborn Crying & What Are They Really Saying?
Why is my newborn crying? Decode baby cues — hunger signs, sleep signals & comfort needs. Learn how to read your baby and discover why these fleeting moments deserve to be photographed at Alana Taylor Photography, Clyde, Melbourne.


Fun, Creative & Healthy Cake Smash Alternatives Ideas: Sugar-Free Cake Smash, Melbourne Cake Smash Without Cake & Cake Smash No Cake
Looking for cake smash alternatives for your baby’s first birthday? Explore sugar-free cakes, creative healthy food ideas, and cake smash without cake sessions in Melbourne - perfect for fun, messy, and memorable photos.


Reflux in Newborns: Signs, Symptoms & How to Help
Newborn reflux is common but exhausting for parents. Learn the signs, symptoms and ways to ease your baby’s discomfort — plus why reflux doesn’t stop you from booking beautiful newborn photography at Alana Taylor Photography, serving Clyde, Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham & beyond.


Breastfeeding or Formula: What Is Best for My Baby?
Breastfeed or formula feed? Melbourne parents often face this question in the newborn stage. This guide explores pros, cons, and local support across Clyde, Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham & Mornington.


Newborn Sleep Tips Every Melbourne Parent Needs
Exhausted? Here are the best newborn sleep tips Melbourne parents can use right now. From Clyde to Cranbourne, these practical hacks help your baby (and you) rest


The Ultimate Guide to Lactation Cookies in Melbourne
Boost your milk supply with the tastiest lactation cookies in Melbourne. From homemade recipes to where to buy locally in Clyde, Berwick, and Pakenham, here’s everything mums need to know.


Capturing Precious Moments: Finding the Best Professional Baby Photos Melbourne
Welcoming a newborn is one of life’s most precious moments, and capturing those first weeks is something you’ll treasure forever. In my Melbourne studio, I create a calm, cosy space where your baby’s safety and comfort come first, allowing us to capture timeless, natural images that tell the story of your little one’s very beginning.


Newborn Sleep Tips for Helping Your Baby Sleep Better and Capturing Dreamy Newborn Photos
Motherhood: messy, magical, and utterly exhausting. If you're crying over cold tea while rocking a wide-awake newborn — you're not alone. Here’s a real-world guide to surviving newborn sleep (and capturing those beautiful first memories without losing your mind).


The Best Baby-Friendly Cafes & Play Centres in Melbourne
Discover the best baby-friendly cafés and play centres in Melbourne! Relax, enjoy great coffee, and let your little one play in a safe space


Baby’s First Foods – Fun & Easy Recipes for Starting Solids
Starting solids is an exciting milestone! Discover fun and easy baby food recipes, weaning tips, and why cake smash photography is a must!


The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy Safe Skincare & Beauty Products
Nurture your glow with safe and natural skincare during pregnancy. Protect your skin with gentle, pregnancy-safe ingredients for a healthy r


Returning to Work After Maternity Leave – Tips for a Smooth Transition
Returning to work after maternity leave? Navigate the transition smoothly with practical tips and capture precious family moments


The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy, Baby & Family Services in Mornington Peninsula
Explore the top pregnancy and baby services in Mornington Peninsula, from healthcare facilities to professional maternity and newborn photog


The Best Pregnancy Safe Skincare & Beauty Products
Nourish your skin safely during pregnancy with natural, toxin-free skincare for a healthy, radiant glow


Spotlight On Business: Featured by City of Casey - Alana Taylor Newborn Photography Melbourne
Honoured to be featured in City of Casey’s Spotlight On Business! Proud to share my journey as a leading photographer in Melbourne


Maternity Photography Melbourne: How to Capture the Glow of Motherhood
Capture the beauty of motherhood with a maternity photoshoot. Expert tips on timing, poses, and confidence. Book your Session Today!


Top 10 Themed Cake Smash Ideas for Your Baby’s First Birthday Smash Cake Photoshoot
Celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a fun and creative cake smash photoshoot. Explore the top 10 themed cake smash ideas


When is the Best Time for a Newborn Photography Session?
The best time for newborn photos is 5-14 days after birth. Book early for dreamy poses! 📸 | Newborn Photography Melbourne.


The Ultimate Guide to Best Baby Photography Melbourne: Newborn, Maternity & Cake Smash Photography
Capture timeless memories with Newborn, Maternity & Cake Smash Photography in Melbourne’s South East. Book with Alana Taylor Photography!
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ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Alana - the baby whisperer, toddler wrangler and cake-smash chaos coordinator behind Alana Taylor Photography in Clyde. With over 15 years’ experience photographing newborns, babies and kids across Melbourne’s South-East, I capture real smiles, sweet cuddles and the perfectly imperfect moments families never want to forget.
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• Fun-First Always
• Chubby-Cheek Fan
• Toddler Negotiator
• Giggle Generator
• All Heart ❤️
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