Let’s be real for a second—getting everyone ready for a family photo session can feel like a lot.Coordinating outfits, convincing your toddler to wear shoes, hoping for good weather, and praying no one has a meltdown (including you!). So it’s totally fair to wonder: is it even worth it?

And I get it. Life is busy. Kids grow fast. And sometimes, just making it through the week feels like enough of an accomplishment. But I’m here to tell you, from my heart and years behind the camera: yes. A thousand times yes, it’s worth it.

Here’s why:

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1. These Moments Are Fleeting

The days feel long, but the years? They fly. One day, you’ll look back and realize how quickly your little ones became big ones. Family sessions freeze time—preserving the freckles, the missing teeth, the way your child held your hand. It may feel ordinary now, but it will feel extraordinary later.

2. You Deserve to Be In the Photos

How many photos do you have where you’re actually in them—not just behind the camera or snapping a quick phone shot? A family session allows you to be seen with your kids, in the thick of life, loving them fully. These are the photos your children will treasure someday.

3. You’re Not Just Taking Pictures—You’re Making Memories

Family sessions aren’t stiff and posed. They’re playful, relaxed, and full of connection. You’ll laugh, snuggle, and just be together. Often, families tell me the session itself became a sweet memory—one that stood out in the midst of everyday life.

4. It’s a Celebration of Your Right-Now

Whether your kids are tiny, wild, moody, or all of the above, this is your season. And every season is worth celebrating. Family photos aren’t about perfection—they’re about connection. The real, beautiful, messy love that holds your crew together.

5. You’re Creating a Legacy

These photos will outlive trends and timelines. They’ll be passed down, framed on walls, pulled out in times of joy and comfort. You’re not just taking pictures—you’re telling your family’s story, one frame at a time.

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So, is a family session worth it?

Yes. Even with the chaos. Even when someone forgets their shoes. Even if your toddler makes a break for it mid-shot. (I promise—we’ll laugh, regroup, and keep going.) Because what we capture together will mean more with every passing year.

If you’ve been on the fence about scheduling one, take this as your sign. You’ll never regret having these moments captured—you’ll only wish you’d done it sooner.

With so much love,

Christin

Christin Coats Photography

www.christincoatsphotography.com

@christincoatsphotography