Meet Cylie - A Session to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

As we continue our annual passion project of portrait sessions to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, I am excited to share this adorable studio session of Cylie and her little sister Hailey.

Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness

Cylie was filled with smiles and questions, pointing out everything in the studio and completely in awe of the tiny wraps, headbands, and all of the baby portraits & cake smash photos on the walls. She was filled with curiosity and excitement, and I absolutely loved photographing these portraits for her family to enjoy.

Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness

Her little sister jumped in for a few photos, too, and they share the sweetest bond!

Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness
Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness
Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness

Future Rockette with that leg kick!

Did you know that individuals with Down syndrome are generally extra flexible due to the low muscle tone and loose ligaments that are commonly associated with DS? For Cylie, that means she can really get that leg up high for those leg kicks! :o)

Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness
Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness

These girls are so sweet together, and I absolutely loved capturing their special bond on camera.

Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness
Nicole Starr Photography | Saratoga Springs NY and Boston MA children's photographer, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, NDSAM, Down syndrome advocacy, special needs photographer, Down syndrome awareness