It’s a question many families ask themselves—how often do you actually get family photos done? While there’s no single “right” answer, there are helpful patterns depending on your season of life… and what actually feels realistic.
If You Have Babies or Toddlers
Little ones grow and change almost overnight, sessions every 3–6 months help you capture all the adorable milestones before they’re gone. These may not need to be full family photos but definitely milestones, if it is in your budget.
If Your Kids Are School-Age
Most families settle into a yearly session here. It keeps your walls updated and gives you fresh images for holiday cards, gifts, and albums.
If You Have Teens
Life gets busier with sports, social lives, and school. A session every 1–2 years works well to document their growth and personality before they head into adulthood.
If Your Kids Are Grown
With adult schedules and expanding families, every 2–3 years is a great rhythm to keep everyone documented as life shifts.
But What About Real Life?
Here’s the honest truth:
👉 Many families only do photos every 2 years—simply because life is busy, budgets are tight, or the calendar gets away from them. And that’s completely okay. What matters most is choosing a frequency that feels doable and meaningful for your family.
See the difference in this family’s photos from 2 years ago.
So, how often should you book family photos?
If your family is changing quickly, as little ones tend to do, schedule sessions more often.
If life feels steady—or time and budget are tight—every two years is perfectly normal.
Whenever you’re ready, I’m here to help you plan a session that feels relaxed, genuine, and true to your family. Let’s chat about what timing makes the most sense for you!
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