Family Photos at a Charleston Marsh: Is Bringing a Toddler and  a Dog Too Much?! If you’ve ever tried to get a toddler to sit still for more than five seconds, you know  that family photos can feel like an Olympic-level event. Now add a dog to the mix? You might be wondering if you’ve lost your mind. But here’s the thing—bringing both your little one and  your furry best friend to your session isn’t just possible; it makes for some of the most  fun, personality-filled photos.

Making sure you feel comfortable during your photo session matters! Let's talk all about what that means to me as your photographer with Kayla Rochelle of Charleston, South Carolina.

Branding photos for Athena Newell of Stat Wellness in Charleston, SC photographed by Kayla Rochelle photography.

A family of 5, with 3 children in Hampton Park in downtown Charleston's photo session with Kayla Rochelle photography.

This past spring I had the very best time getting to be a part of the coolest event for expecting Moms, the Charleston Baby Shower organized and hosted by the amazing Katie from Charleston Working Moms. Katie throws the very best events and this one was no different!

You know what really matters to me? That you feel comfortable, included, welcome, and respected. This isn’t just a nice idea—it’s something I actively think about at every single photo session. Over time, I’ve had to train myself to slow down during shoots so I can create space for all of those feelings to be present.