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What Are Heirloom Portraits? Unlike snapshots or quick pics you take on your phone, heirloom portraits are designed to be shared and displayed as part of your family’s legacy. From fine art prints to matted albums, I will help you create a meaningful way to store and display your treasured photos for the years to […]

Heirloom Portraits with Norabloom

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Heirloom portraits of expectant parents

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You love a good massage yourself, but have you ever heard of infant massage? This is an ancient practice in many cultures. Massage is one of the first and best ways you can provide stimuli and a demonstration of love to your newborn. Here are the basics of infant massage benefits and how you can […]

Infant Massage Benefits

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Bringing home a new baby is one of life’s most thrilling events. It’s also a big change that can prove challenging whether you’re bringing home your first baby or your sixth. I am honored to support mothers and families through my work as a maternity photographer and holistic esthetician in the Rochester/Ithaca area. And I […]

What is a Postpartum Doula?

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Postpartum doula holding new infant

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Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, but it doesn’t always feel that way. While you may be lucky enough to have glowing, radiant skin, luxurious locks, and cute bump, you may also experience some downsides. Swollen ankles, stretching skin, and a rollercoaster of emotions are also very common as you prepare for that little bundle of […]

The Maternity Portrait Experience with Norabloom

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Pregnancy glow is a real thing. However, for some women, pregnancy can cause some unwanted skin issues, like hormonal acne, melasma, and stretch marks. It’s natural to want to look and feel your best during pregnancy, but it’s important to choose clean beauty products for the best pregnancy skincare routine—especially at this amazing time! Fortunately, […]

Best Pregnancy Skincare Routine ~ Clean and Natural

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personalized skin care products at Ithaca NY holistic spa

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So you want gorgeous family photos to be taken in Rochester, New York? I totally agree! Rochester is filled with beautiful indoor and outdoor locations! I have highlighted some of the best locations for family portraits in Rochester, New York. Hello there, I am Holly, your new Rochester family photographer. Here are my top 10 […]

The Best Rochester, New York Locations for Your Family Photos

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outdoor family photos New York

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My heart is just about to burst with so much love and excitement! This coming Spring I have decided to pursue my Postpartum Doula Certification. I can not wait to offer new mothers the ultimate postpartum care including: emotional and physical support, breastfeeding education, meal planning, cooking, pampering, housekeeping, tending to siblings, and so much […]

Postpartum Care Coming Soon…

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Maternity Photography Session

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Pregnancy is truly a beautiful thing! Did you know Norabloom, a local holistic spa in Ithaca, New York now offers maternity wellness? Mind, Belly, and Spirit for Expecitng Mothers One of a kind prenatal experience for Mom and her little blessing. First, an aromatic foot bath with gentle foot exfoliation. Next, Mom gets swaddled in […]

Maternity Wellness & Prenatal Spa Care

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prenatal spa services

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I love these people, I love these photos. When Janna Edelman, of Me, Myself, and I asked me to photograph her for her business, I was truly honored. This wise woman is a Psychic Healer who offers the best in self care coaching, biodynamic healing, and guided meditation. I have worked with her personally and referred many […]

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“The simplest part of motherhood is how effortless it is to love your child.” With so many Ithaca photographers to choose from, it is alway such an honor when an expecting mother chooses you to photograph such a special time in life. Morgan and David – literally the sweetest couple in the world were super […]

Dreamy Motherhood Session on Film

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Maternity Photography Session

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I love my family, my community, and my craft. On this JOY journey, I decided to be unapologetically me. I am embracing all my passions. I am the founder of Norabloom, a holistic esthetician, and a photographer. 

I founded Norabloom 24 years ago as a stellar little skin spa with my own line of small batch botanical beauty products. As the years passed, I reconnected with my love of art and photography when my daughter was pregnant with her little one, yes I am a proud (young) grandma! I am doing all the things I love rolled into one ~ Norabloom!

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