Fall is here, and what does that mean? It means that we’re waving goodbye to long summer nights and saying hello to changing leaves, crispy weather and layers. With Fall comes outings and we’ve already crossed a few off our lists, like our yearly visit to the pumpkin patch.
The best kind of pumpkin patches are the ones that have tons of activities for the kids. For example, farm animals, corn mazes, sunflowers, tractor rides and duh, great pumpkins.
Things to consider
When you’re headed to the pumpkin patch for those, oh so adorable photos, remember that our kids always seem to have a different game plan then we do. So when they’re wailing, getting dirty or running the other way, just go with it. The best kind of photos are the ones that actually show off kids being kids.
Whenever, Abel or Jay are “over it”, I try to make the best of the situation. Seriously, have you seen our family photos?
7 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Pumpkin Patch Visit
- Bring Props (wagons, mats, etc.)
- Snacks
- Sing songs
- Bring family or friends
- Change of clothes (just in case)
- Change of shoes (gumboots to regular shoes – for your car)
- Don’t stress!
As a person who takes photos on a weekly to bi-weekly basis. I’ve come to learn that letting control of perfection is a must! Nobody’s perfect so just have fun.
Scroll down to see our photos from our recent pumpkin patch visit.
Pumpkin patch photos
Photography by: Cait Kennedy
Location: Aldor Acres Family Farm
3 Comments
The wagon is a non-negotiable must have at a pumpkin patch. Thank goodness… made the perfect bed for Baby Isaiah as well. What a fun day we had <3
These photos are beautiful! It’s hard to let go of the need for perfection but the way these turned out ? definitely going to have let things be more often
Hi Heydy! I just read 20 things about you to get to know you. You remind me of my daughter so much. Her favourite colour is purple too. I hope you had fun in Calgary. It is where my daughter lives. We are just north of the city. Your children are very adorable. Our first grandchild is due next May/18 and we are thrilled. Your doing amazing working full time & blogging & your children. A lot on your plate! I look forward to following along on your life journey.