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The Hillocks | Family Home Session | Zionsville, IN Photographer

The Hillocks | Family Home Session | Zionsville, IN Photographer

by stefaniechilds | Jan 31, 2023 | Family Sessions

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Alexandra Dorn | Realtor Branding Headshots in Westfield, Indiana

Alexandra Dorn | Realtor Branding Headshots in Westfield, Indiana

by stefaniechilds | Jan 18, 2023 | Brand Imagery Sessions

Meet Alex, a new central Indiana Real Estate Agent. We had a fun afternoon together shooting in a local Estridge Home model for her debut headshots. Launching a small business is filled with endless tasks, pressure & responsibilities. Having gorgeous brand images...
The Soots Family’s Lake Session at Eagle Creek Park | Indianapolis Photographer

The Soots Family’s Lake Session at Eagle Creek Park | Indianapolis Photographer

by stefaniechilds | Jan 10, 2023 | Family Sessions

Amelia’s Senior Session at Newfields | Indianapolis Photographer

Amelia’s Senior Session at Newfields | Indianapolis Photographer

by stefaniechilds | Jan 5, 2023 | High School Senior Sessions

The Hopkinson Family’s Garden Session at The Historic Ambassador House | Fishers, IN Photographer

The Hopkinson Family’s Garden Session at The Historic Ambassador House | Fishers, IN Photographer

by stefaniechilds | Dec 10, 2022 | Family Sessions

Fishers, IN: This darling family has been such a joy to get to know over the past couple years. I photographed beautiful Nora when she was a baby. Now proud parents Stacey & Greg have welcomed handsome little Hudson to their growing family. I have loved...
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Yesterday we celebrated the 37th Birthday of this Yesterday we celebrated the 37th Birthday of this amazing man of mine!  @brockchilds is adored by all who know him.  He has a tender soul yet is a rugged outdoorsman.  Brock lights up a room with his silly humor & he doesn't know a stranger while always making those around him feel special.  He loves the 4 of us fiercely by devoting his days to being the BEST daddy & husband possible.  Our handsome guy is a spectacular chef who enjoys sharing his creations with anyone who stops by our house.  Brock has a kind heart, joyful presence & is generous.  He’s a passionate hunter/conservationist, a man who is constantly learning to build/repair things around the farm, adores animals & is a talented photographer.  Most importantly he strives to keep Christ at the center of his life! 

Being able to spend almost everyday with him for the last 20 years, has been my greatest blessing!  Babe, thank you for simply being YOU...never wavering from your true self throughout life’s twists & turns. Wishing to have at least 60 more years of birthday celebrations by your side ♥️
Our two weekends of July Farm Mini Sessions are al Our two weekends of July Farm Mini Sessions are almost fully booked.  We can’t wait to see dozens of darling families again this year!  @brockchilds & I are currently planning out a little petting zoo with our cows, mama + baby goats, hens + baby chickens, tiny barn kittens & possibly pigglets.  We know kiddos will love getting to play with our sweet farm animals after getting their photos captured in the #sunflowerfield , on the rope swing & around our barn.

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ORIGINAL POST:  I’m excited to announce another round of our annual Farm Mini Sessions at our countryside property in North Salem, Indiana!  This summer’s minis will include 20 minutes of photographing time around our gorgeous colorful sunflower field, the 100 year old barn & darling pictures on a wooden rope swing that hangs from a whimsical mulberry tree by our vegetable garden.

Evening Dates Available:

Friday July 15th |  Saturday July 16th |  Sunday July 17th

Friday July 22nd | Saturday July 23rd |  Sunday July 24th

If you’ve been photographed by me in the past, you know I capture MANY gorgeous heart-felt images in a short timeframe. I always strive for clients to walk away having had a fun-filled experience & a collection of beautiful photos that gush with happiness & genuine emotion! Below are some of my favorite images from past sessions at our farm.

These mini sessions are perfect for families, high school seniors, children, headshots or a quick engagement session. Clients will receive 30 digital images delivered in an online gallery within 14 days. Enjoy, share on social media & print as much a possible! I’m looking forward to meeting you & seeing past clients once again!

Your family will love getting to visit with our farm animals along the way.  We’ll also have many of our homemade & farm raised products for sale, such as fresh country eggs, our pasture raised all-natural poultry, elderberry syrup & more.

Email with any questions: hello@stefaniechilds.com

Tag a friend who won’t want to miss out 🌻

Booking Link in profile ( https://stefaniechilds.com/farm-mini-sessions-2022/ ) 🌻
Happy Birthday, America 🇺🇸 Grateful every si Happy Birthday, America 🇺🇸 Grateful every single day to live in the land of the FREE because of the BRAVE! 🇺🇸 Wishing you a fun-filled day of #4thofjuly celebrations, from our crew & pups Willow & Sage!
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#godblessamerica #thechildsfamilyfarm #independenceday #labradorsofinstagram #americanmade #indianafarm
Our next batch of little #cornishcross chicks arri Our next batch of little #cornishcross chicks arrived this week!  These meat chickens will be pasture raised on our farm this summer & then butchered by us at the end of the season.  Filling our freezer with the most natural & nutrient dense poultry we could possibly have.  Feeding our own family & our amazing customers the BEST quality #farmfreshmeat !  Thanks to everyone who has already supported our little farm this year!  We quickly sold our 1st 80 whole frozen chickens that we butchered in May, with only a handful left.

Swipe to see them arriving in their barn stall where they will stay for a couple weeks while they are teeny tiny.  Then we’ll move to 100% outdoors in the fresh air, sunshine & green grass.  The last video is a snippet from our previous flock grassing in the afternoon ☀️🐓 Because when farm animals are raised well with love, healthy diets & sunshine, their meat is pure goodness. @thechildsfamilyfarm

#organicliving #selfsustainable #homesteading #homestead #farmraised #healthymeat #meatbirds #raisingchickens #healthyfoodshare #indianafarm #indiana #hendrickscountyindiana #thechildsfamilyfarm #pastureraised #pastureraisedchicken #pasturebird #freerangechickens #summerharvest #meateater #regenerativeagriculture #regenerativefarming #ethicallymade #healthyanimals #farmanimals
Sweet sweet summertime. We’ve been wringing out Sweet sweet summertime.  We’ve been wringing out every drop of daylight on these warm Indiana nights.  Relaxing on our patio with friends is one my absolute favorite aspects of this season.  Devouring delish homemade food under string lights, constant laughter with deep conversations & kiddos running wild through the farm.

Over the past couple years, #countryliving & our new #homeschoolcommunity have brought us the most incredibly genuine & lifelong friendships.  Oh Pierson Family…you are one of the biggest blessings!  Lauren & Jon, how did we make it this long in life without finding one another!  Love ya bunches @cafemome3 @jon_pierson … we’ve had a fun week celebrating your birthdays with you!
Peach season has arrived & it’s a fan favorite o Peach season has arrived & it’s a fan favorite over here 🍑 

Love when we stop into one of our local greenhouses & orchards to browse their fresh fruit stands!  We tend to leave to leave with a bushel of whatever is in stock 🧺 Peaches are gobbled up in only a few days because my kids eat fruit alllll day long!

Below is an easy & healthy #glutenfreeliving Peach Cobbler recipe that is #summertime perfection!

Ingredients:
PEACH FILLING: 4 cups sliced peaches
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 tsp cinnamon

GLUTEN FREE COBBLER TOPPING:
1 cup all purpose gluten free
3/4 cup almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup coconut palm sugar
1 pinch of salt
1 egg
1/4 cup organic grass fed butter
1/4 cup non-dairy milk

INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a 8 x 8 inch baking dish add thawed peach slices, maple syrup, cornstarch & cinnamon and toss well to combine.
In another bowl add flours with baking powder, coconut sugar, salt, and egg (or flax egg*) & mix well to combine.
Add in the butter & cut with a pastry cutter or knife to make the mixture crumbly.
Lastly, pour in non-dairy milk & mix until just combined.
Form 3 inch "patties" with the biscuit dough and layer them over the peach filling.
Bake cobbler in the oven for 25 minutes or until cobbler biscuits are browned & filling is bubbling.

Divide among bowls while warm and serve with a small dollop of your favorite ice cream.

Are you a 🍑 peach cobbler 🥧 fan too?  What is your favorite fresh summer fruit to enjoy?!?
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#thechildsfamilyfarm #sweetsummertime #peaches🍑 #healthyrecipes #healthydessert #glutenfreedessert #beasleysorchard #indianaorchard #indiana #fruitsandveggies #healthyfood #glutenfreepastry
I squeezed in several senior sessions right before I squeezed in several senior sessions right before graduation this year.  I’m looking forward to meeting all of the upcoming seniors I’ll get to photograph for the 22/23 #schoolyear .

Payton was one of those #highschoolers ending one chapter of life & beginning a new exciting story as he enters his college years.  His sweet family lives just down the country from us.  So we chose to stay close to home & photograph around our little rustic town of North Salem & then ventured to my own farm with images around our barn & property.  Payton is such a genuinely nice guy with a charming personality & zest for life. I’m confident he will do GREAT things in the years to come!

My favorites from this session are on the blog today {stefaniechilds.com}
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Add more of these LIFE-GIVING aspects to your days Add more of these LIFE-GIVING aspects to your days & watch your mind, happiness & body change for the better.  Create an un-hurried schedule that focuses your attention on the simple things.  Because SIMPLE is ALWAYS better for cultivating long term JOY. 
 

Pray more

Consume Whole Foods without harmful chemicals & excess sugar added

Drink extra filtered water 

Create consistent sleep patterns | Remove all phones from bedrooms

Spend at least 1 hour in nature daily 

Listen to relaxing & positive music

Smile as often as possible

Move your body & stretch 

Rest without guilt

Soak in sunlight WITHOUT wearing sunscreen or sunglasses.  Your body & eyes were designed to absorb the sun’s natural vitamin D & its benefits are endless.  Simply limit the exposure time so you aren’t burned.  Our overall wellness depends on the ☀️ Don’t hide from it

Work hard with pre-set boundaries 

Count your blessings every morning & night

Breathe in fresh outdoor air

Read a devotional or motivational passage every morning

Spend extra time being silly with your kids, spouse & friends

Declutter your living space

Kiss your husband & praise him for all he does for the family 

Plan for the future, yet be sure to ENJOY the present 

Create a to-do list to clear your mind

Hug a loved one & intentionally spend them with them

Grow a plant & remember to take time to water it

Buy yourself flowers for your kitchen

Tell a friend how much they mean to you

Limit all screen time & detach from phones

Walk barefoot in the grass to soak up the earth’s energy

Sip a warm drink alone outdoors or by a window

Remember to cultivate a fresh new mindset while introducing each of these to your days!  Feelings of anxiety will begin to disolve when you fill your days with these slow paced living moments! 

♥️ Save this post for later.  Comment below if you agree or have other things to add to the list! ♥️
The Hodges // I had such a fun evening photographi The Hodges // I had such a fun evening photographing this adorable family of five at #coxhallgardens on a beautiful Spring evening.  Dozens of favorite images have been posted to my blog {link in profile}! 

Thank you for choosing me to document your darling crew @kerriejanehodges @jhodge80 , it’s always a treat to see you!  You’ve raised some amazing kids & should be so proud ♥️
"The most beautiful things in life are NOT things. "The most beautiful things in life are NOT things.  They are people & places & memories & pictures.  They are feelings & moments & smiles & laughter! " - Bernard Meltzer
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I couldn’t ♥️ this quote any more!!! 📸
Happy Father’s Day to one of the VERY BEST! I c Happy Father’s Day to one of the VERY BEST!  I could go on & on with the unending list of reasons why I LOVE & ADORE @brockchilds !  Watching him be an incredible daddy over the past decade, is always at the top! 

Brock has juggled a lot through our parenthood adventure & he always comes out the other side a stronger person for his family.  Our 3 babies couldn’t have asked for a better man to care for them & to look up to in life!

I have often thought, if the earth was filled with more men/fathers like Brock, imagine how the world could change!?! Beyond proud of the values he stands for, the example of gentleness & safety he provides to our babies & how he fiercely loves & intentionally respects me as a mother & wife.  Brock brings laughter & silliness to every room.  Enjoys cuddling & deep conversations. Unwavering from truth, protecting childhood while genuinely being present & exuding honesty.  When a relationship with Christ is at the forefront, it changes a man’s heart for the better, in every way ♥️

Celebrating all of the wonderful dads who have chosen to be the BEST version of themselves for their kids, no matter what!  Because in the end, our children are the ONLY earth treasure we can take with us to heaven some day! 

Swipe to see some of my fave images of Father’s Day in the past.  The 2nd photo is one of the best…our days of carrying 3 littles at once.  Then number 9 is of my wonderful Dad & my Papaw, who have adopted Brock as one of their own ♥️
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Dirt can actually make you HAPPIER! Did you know Dirt can actually make you HAPPIER!

Did you know that specific bacteria within organic soil will actually boost brain health, is a natural anti-depressant & aids in easing anxious thoughts?  We all need more of that at this stage in life, right?

It’s interesting that the further away our overly-sanitized western world has become from actually touching the earth, we are the sickest we’ve ever been.  Relying on fake synthetics or overly processed, rather than what is real.  Killing off the GOOD bacteria with the “bad”. While our culture’s mental health continues to decline at a rapid rate.

Most avid gardeners will tell you that their landscape is their “happy place”. The physical act of planting/harvesting in soil or even simply playing outdoors is a stress reducer & almost instant mood lifter.  Mixing in vitamin D from sunshine & fresh air.  It is soothing to the mind & relaxed the entire body.

My recommendation this summer…get your hands & feet DIRTY!  Stand barefoot in the grass for at least 5 mins a day & soak up the positive energy from the ground!  Go pull weeds.  Play with your family in friends in the sunshine without slathering yourself in harmful chemicals.  Plant something new & let your hands sift through soil!  Your body & mind will be forever grateful to you!  I don’t believe our bodies were meant for an antibacterial life or living most of our days indoors.  It was meant to soak in nature because it benefits our souls & entire beings for the better! 

Nature provides so much goodness if we take the time to dig for it!  Get back to the roots of the past, for the healthiest future!

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