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I have fallen so deeply in love with these sessions. They mean more to me than I can put into words, so hopefully these photographs speak volumes.

Saturday had its share of ups and downs, but sometimes, the most beautiful, tender moments come from the “in between” moments, when mum consoles her baby or when little one rubs her tired eyes.

As always, I asked each mama to share what motherhood means to them, and their beautiful words pair so well with their unique session.

With love, Chels.

*Makeup by Chelsea Cusack, floral crowns by LSP Designs

SARA // Chloe, Mae & Clara With Love and Wild Photography - WILDLING SESSIONS

“Life as a mama to three (almost four!) is messy & loud & all-consuming. It is the most enlightening & fulfilling adventure. An endless devotion & a BIG swallow-you-whole kinda love. Motherhood is my sole purpose in this big crazy world.”

NIKKI //Naomi With Love and Wild Photography - WILDLING SESSIONS

“Being a mom is the best blessing I could ever imagine. The day my daughter came into my life has forever changed it for the better. She has taught me how to love unconditionally and be completely selfless. I no longer only consider myself but now have this tiny human to love, support, and raise to be the best she can be. Most days are filled with laugher, smiles, and memorable firsts (like teaching her how to ride a bike) while some are filled with tears, meltdowns, and arguments with a 2 year old on why she can’t have cookies for breakfast. At the end of the day, I’d never change it for anything in the world. Being a mother to the sweetest little girl is the greatest blessing!”

ERIN // Olivia
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“My favourite part of being a mother is the amount of endless love I have for my child. Waking up every morning to a bright gummy smile and sweet voice from her crib makes all the challenges of motherhood worth it. Becoming a mom was the best thing to ever happen to me thus far. I thank my lucky stars everyday that she’s mine.”

LAUREN // Camden & Reese With Love and Wild Photography - WILDLING SESSIONS

“Being a mom has given me a satisfaction that I didn’t even know I needed. It has taught me to stretch my heart in ways I didn’t even think were possible. My days with two little ones are crazy and chaotic, and there isn’t a single day I don’t question my abilities as a mother, but it’s something I wouldn’t trade for the world. Motherhood is messy, exhausting, frustrating, and challenging, but seeing these two little people grow is the most rewarding accomplishment I could’ve ever hoped for.”

Sara // Noah, Connor & Hayden With Love and Wild Photography - WILDLING SESSIONS

“Motherhood has been my greatest adventure. It has encompassed my highest highs and my lowest lows. I’m continually pushed past [what I believed was] my breaking point, yet I can always find new strength to keep going. Within motherhood I have come to understand unconditional love, had my eyes reopened to childhood’s wonder, and developed a pretty amazing superpower: Mommy hugs!”

February’s Wildling Sessions were all about the boys! I didn’t realize until I wrapped with my last mama of the day that every session involved just boys (even our mama-to-be is expecting a little fella).

So, in keeping with this, I asked each of them to describe what it’s like raising their little gentlemen. Here are some of my favourite images and their beautiful words that are all too familiar to my own heart.

With love, Chels.

*Makeup by Chelsea Cusack, flower crowns by LSP Designs

WHITNEY // carter & smith With Love and Wild Photography - Wildling Sessions

“Being a mother of boys is beautiful, exhausting, hilarious, messy and perfect all at the same time. Raising my boys has made me tough, playtime is serious and physical, and there is no stillness [ever]. But I’ve also softened in surprising ways as a little boy’s heart and feelings are beautifully sensitive. It’s a tough balancing act, and though I get pangs for nail polish and dresses, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.”

JESSIE // lucas With Love and Wild Photography - Wildling Sessions

“My world has completely changed since the arrival of my perfect little boy. My heart aches with happiness every time I look into his mischievous little eyes, and I have such a sense of peace and accomplishment. At ten weeks old I can already see his personality and sense of adventure developing, and I am soaking in every quiet cuddle as I’m sure before I know it I will be chasing him around. It is so amazing to see so much of my husband in him at some moments, and so much of me at others. He really is a miracle that I thank God for every day.”

MEGAN // ayden With Love and Wild Photography - Wildling Sessions

“Raising a little boy, so far, has been our greatest adventure. It’s been so many things all at once; sweet and innocent, messy and chaotic, exhilarating yet exhausting… but I wouldn’t have it any other way. My first thought when we found out we were having a boy was ‘how lucky the world is going to be getting another version of my husband’ – and that he is. He is curious and playful and always on the go. When I look at our son, I see pieces of myself and pieces of my husband combined into one sweet little package. His big brown eyes make my heart melt and his little voice is the sweetest thing I’ve ever heard. Every night we find ourselves dreaming of all the adventures we will have in raising a little boy, and for that, we couldn’t be more excited for the future or more thankful for what we have been blessed with.”

BRITTANY // arlo & ronan

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“When asked to write about life with two boys, my initial response was MADNESS. Period. Stop. Click send. And although some days that description completely fits the bill, it’s only a half truth and I can’t fully describe life with boys without touching on the sweet side of things as well. Sure, my house is loud, littered with cars, trucks, and Lego and it’s not unusual to find unidentifiable stickiness on unexpected surfaces (ie. our cat). We can’t get enough of Paw Patrol, I know the names of all the equipment at a construction site, and burps and toots are HILARIOUS! But my rough and tumble boys also love kisses and cuddles, singing and dancing, reading and crafting and, best of all, each other. Although Ronan is still young, I see him absorbing everything Arlo does and is gearing up to be ‘one of the boys’ with his brother and dad.One of the most rewarding aspects of being a parent is watching your children become their own little person. Even at such young ages, I’m amazed by the personalities they have and how far they’ve come in their short time with us. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for my beautiful boys. Until then, I’ll just be here cleaning up goldfish crumbs and avoiding Lego landmines, hoping to [perhaps] add a girl into our testosterone filled mix so I won’t be terribly outnumbered. If it never happens though, I’ll be just as happy being a ‘boy mom’.”

VICTORIA // baby boy With Love and Wild Photography - Wildling Sessions

“There’s something foreign, exciting and special about little boys, and I can’t believe that Im going to get to raise one. I look forward to the adventure, even if I’m learning as I go. And let’s be honest, everyone always says little boys adore their mamas, so I can’t wait!”

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