Mommy Monday: Brooke Orred Fitts

MOMMY MONDAY

We asked New York-based photographer and mom Brooke Orred FittsThe Mommy Monday Dozen. Here's a little bit about new mom Brooke:

"I've been a photographer for 10 years + have been shooting weddings for 5 of them. I feel completely honored that people hire me to document their stories. If life were up to me, it would consist mainly of travels to exotic locales, good books, strong coffee every morning, farmers markets + seasonal food, warm weather + beautiful light". See her amazing photography here.

1. How long have you been a mom?

6 weeks!

2. What is your baby's name?

Aven Grace

3. What inspired this name?

Aven because I came across it + loved how unique it was.. Grace because I'm going to need it!

4. What is the cutest thing your kid has done this week?

Smiling¦

5. What is the product that you needed when your baby was six months old and under that surprised you the most?

Hmmm.. not nearly 6 months yet¦

6. How many bibs does your baby use in a day?

Doesn't yet¦ just nurses.

7. What is the baby product that you cannot live without?

Baby Bjorn!

8. What is your baby's favorite sleepy time companion?

White noise Giraffe

9. How did you decorate the baby's room? Did you have a theme? Second-hand gear? Is it just like the other spaces in your home?

She doesn't have her own room yet¦ just a crib + baby changing station!

10. What baby gift that you have received did you treasure the most?

Some of my own baby blankets that my mom kept!

11. What is the most practical baby gift you have received?

Plain old white onesies! Perfect for hot Brooklyn summers¦

12. If you were recommending something for a friend to bring to someone's baby shower what would it be?

A Polaroid camera¦ to capture all those adorable firsts¦