I am delighted to welcome Alex Duxbury, Director of Lifft Slings as today's guest blogger! Lifft Slings is a family run business and all of Lifft's Stretchy Wraps and Pouch Slings are made here in sunny Yorkshire. Alex is a trained babywearing consultant (Slingababy trained) and can demonstrate how to wear a sling in less than 2 minutes! Check out her online 'How To' instructions on the Lifft website. Benefits of carrying children There are many emotional, social, physical and practical benefits of carrying infants in your arms or in a sling.  Soft slings To View More >>

Introducing the lovely little Florence (and her best friend for life!). NOTE: This image has been edited. Parents were hands-on at all times. NOTE: This image has been edited. Parents were hands-on at all times. I love this image, but I have to point out that it has been edited in Photoshop to achieve the result. Safety is always paramount in my mind, especially when working with babies and animals. This was an exceptionally placid and well-behaved dog, and mum and dad were hands on with baby and dog at all times. Please do not try to recreate this one at home! To View More >>

It's always lovely to return to previous clients and see how their families have grown. A few years back I photographed baby Daniel, this time it was his new baby brother's turn. Here are some of my favourites from John's newborn photoshoot. All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>

Here are a few sneak peeks from Faye & Ben's prewedding shoot at Hazlewood Castle, Yorkshire. Can't wait for the wedding! All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>

It might have been a wet day for Laura and Chris' wedding at Hazlewood Castle, but that didn't dampen anyone's spirits, we all had a great time! All images copyright By Jackie Photography To View More >>