When we knew that adoption was on the horizon for our family, there was no doubt in our minds that we wanted our photographer there. After all, she photographed our proposal, engagement, wedding, etc. so it only made perfect sense to have her there on the next big day. We were so set on having her there, we consulted with her in deciding the date. We wouldn't settle for any other photographer. When you find a great photographer, you find a friend. In fact, at this point, she's basically part of the family! Here are some reasons you need a photographer at your adoption:
1. A photographer will catch moments that you just simply won't see.
We had 22 (I counted) members of our friends and family join us at the adoption. My kids know and love each one that came. With all of those people, there was no way I would have been able to capture all the sweet moments... and there were
many. Bouncing from person to person, my kids had a lot of precious moments that I never even witnessed. Instead, I was able to go back through photos of the day and experience those moments. My heart was filled, once again, with gratitude.
2. Memory of details will fade.
Like a wedding, you just forget the details. Even while looking through the photos of our adoption day, I found myself saying, "I forgot she was wearing
those shoes," or "Remember when he spit up all over himself and you caught it in your hand?!" or "Oh, yeah. I took my sweater off for the pictures outside. Boy, was it hot!" Without the photos to jog my memory, I may have forgotten those small moments altogether.
3. You get to be in the photos!
There's always that one parent who takes all the pictures. Growing up, my dad was that person. Now, it's me. I find that I have to ask, "Will you take a picture of me with them?" if I ever want it to happen. Otherwise, they'll grow up and I'll wind up with only poor-quality selfies of me and my kids. When you hire an adoption photographer, you don't have to take the pictures, and you
know you're going to be in them!
4. The pictures will be high quality.
Hiring a photographer means you have one less thing to stress about. You don't have to make sure that someone is taking pictures. You don't have to depend on that unreliable uncle. You don't have to worry about whether or not he remembered to focus the camera before snapping the picture. In addition, because confidentiality is so important, foster parents are not allowed to post pictures of the children prior to the adoption. The pictures captured on this day will be perfect to make the adoption announcement to all your family and friends (and acquaintances?)! The best part is, in the end, you know you'll have magnificent photos. These are the types of pictures you put on a canvas and display in your home for years to come.
5. Your kids may not remember it.
These pictures aren't just for you. They're for your kids too.
The photos will allow them to relive the special day... even if they don't remember it. As an adoptive parent, it is your responsibility to ensure that your kids know their story, and the adoption (and all the people that loved them to and through it) are part of that story.
It. Is. Worth. It.
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