Why Your Tween Needs a Photo Session

As parents, we are usually pretty good about documenting those really important times in our kids lives. Newborns, first birthdays, high school graduations… But what about the in-between years? Truth be told, aside from a family session every so often, the gap between toddler and graduate are often neglected when it comes to professional photography. And a tween photo session is the perfect way to celebrate a somewhat awkward time in your child’s life.

If you are wondering what a tween session is, well, it is exactly that – a photography session of your tween, between 10-12 years old. This is the time in kids life where they aren’t a “little kid” anymore. They are taking on more responsibilities and experiencing new things. However, they are not quite in their teenage years, so what do we call this age group? We call them tweens. And what a great stage to be in! Here are 3 reasons why booking a tween photo session is the best idea ever.

1. It’s a Major Confidence Booster.

I want you to think back to middle school. Being a tween is tough, stuck between being a kid and making it to a teenager. It’s an awkward stage, no doubt. And I can’t even imagine what kids these days go through in the age of social media. Creating positive self esteem and body image is VITAL to their mental health. According to a recent study, most adolescents (boys and girls) are dissatisfied with their physical appearance which leads to lower self-esteem, depression, anxiety, risky behaviors and eating disorders.

I want to show your tween through my lens just how beautiful and perfect and amazing and downright cool they are. I want them to see themselves the way that you see them. When they see a photo of themselves and they look amazing, it’s a HUGE confidence booster!

2. It reminds them that they matter.

Like we said earlier, babies and grads seem get all the attention. A session dedicated to your tween reminds them that they matter. It’s their time to shine – they deserve it!

3. It reminds you how precious this time is.

Fact: I’m the mom of a tween boy who drives me insane. But when I see a photo of him, it reminds me of the little boy he used to be, and all of the amazing things I’ve gotten to experience with him. I’m so proud of the young man he’s becoming, and I know that one day I’ll look back on the photos of him in this stage of life as cherished treasures – and so will he.

I would absolutely love to have your tween in front of my camera for a tween photo session! A tween mini session is one hour long, and you get 15 digital images and $50 in print credit for $375. You can book your tween photo session here.