Fall Family Photos in Houston don’t come without a little sweat. Read about my favorite poses for families for your upcoming fall mini session in the Houston heat.

For the last several years we have traveled from The Woodlands Texas to Watercolor, Florida teaching family photographers how to implement “the art of play” into their photoshoots. At Chubby Cheek photography we believe that authentic family photos are the result of REAL AUTHENTIC FUN! As you know, I become your personal photographer bestie from the day you book the session. TOGETHER, we plan out every detail of your family photoshoot together. After we have styled your family to perfection and we select the perfect Houston, Cypress or Tomball location it’s showtime!  The only thing left to do on the day of the session, is to relax and let me capture the goodness!

Every family session is a series of games and prompts to bring out your family’s true laughter. These games help me ensure that everyone leaves the family session having had fun! And I mean everyone – from teens to ‘wanna be grumpy’ dads. The secret to everyone having fun is feeling comfortable. After the camera starts snapping things can feel awkward (insert Ricky Bobby gif). That’s why today we are going to talk about a few of our favorite posing that you can use at your next family session.

Posing Tips for families with Toddlers

Simba Pose

An easy pose for mom or dad to try with any age toddler is the Simba pose. This can be done standing or sitting down and is simply the parent holding the child up into the air and then bringing them back down face to face. Bonus Tip: Add a sweet little kiss on the forehead or nose.

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A Little Bounce

Movement is the most important part to feeling comfortable during your photoshoot.  Plus, let’s be real, toddlers DO NOT SIT STILL, ha! A little bounce pose can be done standing and can be done with multiple toddlers by putting them back to back and snuggling in tight. If you are sitting during your family session bending your knees and giving small babies a little bounce always brings the giggles and gummy grins.

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Follow the leader

While this isn’t really a pose, it is such an easy way to ensure that your family session is fun and easy! Let your kids be the leader! You have done the hard work now just sit back and enjoy the Houston landscape through the eyes of your babies.

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Sniff and Snuggle

The final pose idea for your next family session with your baby is the easiest one!  I call this the sniff and snuggle and its exactly how it sounds. This one means no looking at the camera. Plus doing exactly what you already do with that squishy baby or squirmy toddler.

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Don’t let these moments pass by a minute longer! Hop over to the portrait experience page and book your baby or toddler family session today! See why Chubby Cheek Photography has been capturing families in Houston for 15 years.