über family blog

This is our blog which shares the über photography journey. We include information about my experiences & challenges with raising my own family, tips of things to do as a family. We also cover tips on how to photograph your own kids.

4 Reasons to Photograph Your Baby’s First Birthday

The first year of your child’s life can be a huge challenge, especially if you’re a first-time parent, but it also passes surprisingly quickly. Before you know it, you’re planning their first birthday party, inviting all your friends and family to celebrate this major milestone in your child’s life and in your life as a parent.

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7 Reasons Why Digital Images Are Hurting You

These days, digital images are incredibly convenient. They can be easily stored on your computer or a USB, they take up less space than albums and wall art, and they are always on hand when you need them. But how many times have you set that USB of photos in a desk drawer, planning to get prints but never quite getting around to it? Check out these seven reasons why digital images just aren’t as great as we need them to be.

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Harper's Tutus & Tiaras Session - Sydney Kids photography

We love that every kids photography session for our Tutus and Tiaras project have been so very different.
This one in particular simply melted my heart. Mum & Dad are both teachers and were super involved throughout the shoot. They had a lot of fun playing with her throughout the session. We even had daddy try to steal the bunnies from his little princess! Harper.

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Breast or Bottle - Which is best?

There are lots of decisions to make when there’s a baby on the way. One of the most controversial is the ever raging “breast or bottle” debate. There are many people who have strong feelings on both sides of this issue. I’m going to give share my personal reasons why I ended up formula feeding both my children, which hopefully will leave you feeling good, whatever your choice.

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William's 1 yr session

I first met this family when William’s big sisters came in for their photo session for the Little Ballerina’s project we did in support of the Starlight Foundation. They were only 4 and 2 at then, and were such gorgeous little subjects to capture.
So I was super excited when mum called to say that she now had a little boy and wanted to do a photography session to celebrate his first birthday with his big sisters.

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Kate Buechner
Does my baby have colic?

There are few things more nerve wracking than a crying baby, particularly when nothing you do seems to console him. But, how do you know when your baby’s symptoms are just a bit of a sore tummy, mild reflux or actually colic? And, just what is colic, anyway?

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How to handle the toy mess

The reality is, kids don’t need many toys, they just need a space to let them be creative. Yes some toys are educational, and items such as bikes and sandpits are going to be used over and over - these are great! I’m talking about the overflowing.
So let's talk about some ways around this or some ideas on how to control the dreaded “toy mess”.

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Tips on using cloth nappies

There is absolutely no right or wrong when it comes to choosing between using cloth nappies or disposables, make sure you choose what is right for your family, your child and especially you (as the parent).

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8 Simple Tips On Toilet Training Your Child

Yes, two - three years is the average age for children to start potty training, but what do you do when it doesn't go smoothly? Or better yet, where do you even start?Here are a few tips and tricks from us mums here at über photography that we have tried and used successfully to make this change from the daily nappies to the toilet, seamless... with a tiny side of wee, lol.


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Kate Buechner
5 things I wish I knew when I was pregnant

Your first pregnancy is such an emotional and scary time. Your body is changing, your life is changing, and most women really don't know what to expect. As a mum of 3, this is my guide to the 5 things that I wish I knew when I was pregnant with my first baby.

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Kate Buechner
Are You Present With Your Children?

How often are you fully and completely present when you are with your children? One of the greatest gifts we can give to our children is to be fully present with them. In the times we live in, this can often be a big challenge.

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Kate Buechner
Newborn settling tips

Your new little person has arrived safely, you’ve left hospital where they were sleeping perfectly and now you can’t get them to sleep...

As a mum, I have been there so i totally understand; With my firstborn I remember days and days of worrying that he wouldn’t sleep and spending hours settling him to sleep only to wake up 20 minutes later!

These are my Top 5 techniques that really made a difference for me:

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Kate Buechner
Easy Meals for Fussy Toddlers…

Healthy, Cheap and Easy Meals for Fussy Toddlers

As mums I believe we either get one of 3 types of eaters with our toddlers;

The Toddler that eats everything! 

The toddler that HATES any form of fruit, vegetables or healthy food of any kind.

The ONLY plain food toddler!

There are some tips as a mum for some healthy ideas

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Kate Buechner
Post natal depression & anxiety

Hey mums, why is pre and post natal anxiety, something that we don't talk about? It's so common, & we should be chatting to other mums about it so we can help each other out. This is Sarah, a mum of 2 boys, story of her struggle with this, and how she overcame it.

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Kate Buechner