If anything, we’re guilty of taking too many photos of our kids these days. With our smartphones surgically attached to our hands, it’s never been easier to capture their every move. But that doesn’t mean we take the right photos. If you’re trying to decide when to grab the camera and when to just enjoy the moment, here’s some help — a guide to those “must-take photos of kids.”
Don’t miss the opportunity to capture these moments on camera.
Puddle-splashing
You can’t stop it — embrace the puddle-jumping.
Flying high
Catch those carefree moments.
With Mom
Make sure you get in front of the camera now and again.
Tiny feet
Those feet don’t stay this small for long.
Bonding
However you feed your baby, capture that special moment on camera.
Tiny grip
The most powerful grip in the world.
Giggles
If you can’t make your kid look ridiculous as a baby, when can you?
Sleeping beauty
Nothing sweeter than a sleeping child.
Singing in the rain
All weather can be the perfect photo backdrop.
Nekkid
Gotta have a naked hiney pic to embarrass them as teenagers.
Warm and snuggly
Squeaky clean and scrumptious.
Taking the wheel
Going for a spin.
Wearing food
This is one photo opportunity you’ll get a lot.
Happy Halloween
Getting ready to hit the streets!
First steps
On the road to independence.
Kisses for Mommy
Puckering up.
Daily brushing
Learning and growing every day.
Mud, glorious mud!
Happy as the proverbial pig.
Bedhead
Sleepy, mussy-haired kids are the cutest.
Holiday traditions
While they still believe…
BFFs
Those early friendships might just last forever.
Hugs for another caregiver
Feeling the love for their other parent (of course not always male!).
Favorite toy
Don’t let them forget their earliest cuddly companions.
Snow fun
If snow is rare, capture the experience forever.
Experimenting
You can’t miss the chance to capture the moment she thought lipstick went on the nose.
Swings
Blue sky and a swing — perfection.
Sibling love
Get plenty of sibling shots.
Caught in the act
Stop and take a quick snap before you hit the roof.
First day at school
Never miss those big milestones.
Bed-bouncing
Great for action shots.
Happiness
The best pictures are the simplest ones.
Playing doctor
Role-play.
Superhero
Every kid has a favorite costume.
Bath time
Bath time adventures.
Furry friends
Make sure you capture those moments with the non-human members of the family.
Little chef
In case he or she grows up to be the next Gordon Ramsay.
Crank
You know that face. The cranky, don’t-mess-with-me face. Make sure you have photographic evidence of this for major pay back during the teenage years.
Cheese!
There’s nothing like a crazy, gap-toothed smile. The crazier the better.
Happy Fourth
Don’t miss those cute Fourth of July moments.
Ice cream
There’s only one way to eat ice cream, right?
Sunday best
Quick, get a pic of the fancy dress before it’s covered in icing. Or worse.
Little bookworm
That first look of concentration on a favorite book is priceless.
On the potty
You’ll have plenty of potty-inspired photo opportunities. It helps to pass the time while you’re waiting.
Playing grown-up
Your kids will want to imitate you all the time — make sure you don’t forget how adorable that is.
Smiler
The cheesiest grins are the best.
Water fun
Those fleeting fun times provide awesome photo opportunities.
Budding musician
Celebrate those musical achievements with a cute snapshot.
Bubbles
Want your kid to stand still for a photo? All you need is bubbles.
Fall leaves
A lively child and a big pile of crunchy leaves. Sorted.
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