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Planning your first Disney World vacation with kids? There are a few things I wish someone had told me before we went! In this episode of The Work We Keep, I'm sharing our family's experience at Walt Disney World, what I would do differently, and my biggest Disney World planning tips for moms. From using a Disney travel agent to find better resort and ticket deals to choosing the best time to visit, navigating Lightning Lane passes, and surviving those incredibly long lines, we're talking about how to make your family vacation a little less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. I'm also sharing why I would consider pulling my daughter out of school for a few days to avoid holiday crowds, how I used Disney park maps and the My Disney Experience app to plan our days, and why even being physically fit did NOT prepare me for that much standing and walking. Because Disney World is magical, but let's be real, it's also exhausting. Resources Mentioned in This EpisodePixie Vacations | Disney Travel Planning We used Pixie Vacations to help plan our trip, find resort and ticket discounts, and choose the best parks and experiences for our family. Their Disney vacation planning services are complimentary when booking through them. https://pixievacations.com/ My Disney Experience App Disney's official app for checking attraction wait times, viewing park maps, finding showtimes, making dining reservations, and managing Lightning Lane selections. https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/my-disney-experience/mobile-apps/ Disney Lightning Lane Passes Learn about Lightning Lane Multi Pass, Single Pass, and Premier Pass, including how reservations work, purchasing windows, and available attractions. Prices vary by park and date. https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/lightning-lane-passes/ Walt Disney World Official Website Explore park tickets, resorts, attractions, vacation packages, and current offers. https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/ Let's Keep the Conversation GoingHave you taken your kids to Disney World? What's one thing you wish you knew before your first trip? I'd love to hear your best Disney World tips for families, especially when it comes to avoiding crowds, saving money, and keeping little kids happy. Share this episode with a mom who's planning her first Disney vacation! Listen to more episodes of The Work We Keep wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If I had to start my photography business over from zero, these are the marketing strategies I would focus on first. In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla shares how she would build a photography business today using SEO, AI search optimization, social media marketing, strategic networking, styled shoots, local partnerships, email marketing, and word-of-mouth referrals. From working with an SEO specialist to help your photography website rank on Google and appear in AI-driven searches, to building brand advocates, connecting with your ideal clients locally, and growing an email list you actually own, this episode is a practical roadmap for photographers and creative entrepreneurs who want to get found by the right people. If you're a photographer trying to book more clients, grow your local business, improve your photography SEO, or build a marketing strategy that doesn't rely entirely on Instagram, this episode is for you. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE PLANN My go-to social media planning and scheduling tool for organizing content and staying consistent across platforms. https://www.plannthat.com/ Flodesk What I use to build my email list, create opt-ins, and send newsletters that keep my business top of mind. https://flodesk.com/c/HD4ZNM Picture Perfect Rankings / Melissa Arlena SEO support specifically for photographers to help optimize your website, improve Google visibility, and get found by the people already searching for what you offer. https://pictureperfectrankings.com/done-for-you-seo/ Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What photographs will you wish you had five years from now? In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla reflects on how becoming a mother changed the way she approaches family, newborn, and Fresh 48 photography. After never having Fresh 48 or newborn photos of her own, she shares why she now finds herself documenting the ordinary details other mothers may not realize they'll miss yet, from hospital rooms and tiny newborn hands to pizza boxes, imperfect moments, and the way a baby fits against their mom. It's a conversation about motherhood, memory, and why the photographs that feel insignificant today often become the ones we treasure most as our children grow. If you're a mom in the Dallas-Fort Worth area ready to preserve what this season of your family actually feels like, book your own family, motherhood, newborn, or Fresh 48 photography experience at kaylamariphotography.com. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Links to Sources: The most important source is the actual Seventh Circuit opinion in United States v. Anderegg. The court explicitly says modern generative AI can create virtual abuse imagery “virtually indistinguishable” from imagery involving actual children, expresses concern about how old Supreme Court precedent applies to modern AI, and says it is bound by that precedent. The opinion also confirms that Meta originally reported the Instagram transmission to NCMEC. Read the Seventh Circuit opinion NCMEC's Generative AI resource provides the numbers used in the episode. NCMEC reports more than 400,000 CyberTipline reports with a generative-AI nexus in 2025, more than 158,000 images/videos categorized as AI-generated between January 2023 and December 2025, and more than 275 identified direct victims during 2024–2025. It also explains AI deepfakes, sextortion, peer victimization, CyberTipline and Take It Down. NCMEC: Generative AI and child exploitation The new Meta lawsuit, Alvarez v. Meta Platforms was filed September 4, 2026. Parents and children allege that Facebook and Instagram photographs were used in connection with biometric, facial-recognition and generative-AI systems without legally required consent. Importantly, these are allegations, and Meta says the lawsuit is without merit. The Meta AI children's-information incident was reported by Business Insider and The Verge. Meta acknowledged that its AI should not have generated the invasive suggested prompts concerning a user's children and said it fixed the issue. The Meta advertising investigation found prohibited AI-generated exploitative imagery in ads running on Meta platforms. Subsequent reporting identified hundreds more problematic ads, some involving imagery of real children. Meta says it does not tolerate the material and removed offending ads. Senator Mark Warner also formally requested answers from Meta about its advertising review systems. The New Mexico child-safety judgment against Meta is a separate case. The New Mexico DOJ says Meta's financial exposure reached $942 million and the court ordered five years of reforms involving teen safety, sextortion, sexual exploitation, privacy and other protections. New Mexico DOJ: Meta judgment and child-safety reforms Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Modern motherhood can feel incredibly lonely, especially when family lives far away, friendships are hard to maintain, and working moms are expected to juggle careers, childcare, relationships, and everything in between. In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla talks about why the “village” so many mothers are searching for may need to be intentionally built. From making mom friends and connecting with neighbors to childcare, babysitters, grandparents, chosen family, and learning to ask for help, this episode shares practical ways to create a stronger support system and find more community in motherhood. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla explores the difference between building a creative business alongside a full-time job and making creative entrepreneurship your full-time career. She unpacks the comparison, guilt, financial pressure, time constraints, and subconscious beliefs that can make side-hustle creatives feel “less than” while also challenging the idea that full-time entrepreneurs have endless time and freedom. If you’re a photographer, creative entrepreneur, working mom, or business owner navigating career growth, work-life balance, and the decision to go full-time, this episode offers a more honest definition of success. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you actually undercharging, or does your client experience need to catch up with your pricing? In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla talks about pricing for photographers and creative entrepreneurs, building a premium client experience, and why simply raising your rates doesn't automatically create more value. She also explores our obsession with business courses, mentorships, and consuming more education instead of trusting our creativity and gaining real-world experience. If you're a photographer or creative business owner navigating pricing, burnout, client experience, or business growth, this episode will challenge you to stop chasing what everyone else is doing and start building a business that's actually worth remembering. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the Season Two premiere of The Work We Keep, Kayla reflects on balancing motherhood, a full-time job, and a growing creative business while entering a new season of life. From hosting The Kindred Path photography workshop in Virginia to navigating kindergarten, changing routines, and evolving creatively, this episode explores sustainable entrepreneurship, work-life balance, creative identity, and building a business that actually fits your life. If you’re a photographer, creative entrepreneur, or working mom trying to grow without burning out, this episode is for you. The Kindred Path | www.instagram.com/thekindredpath Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla reflects on what feels like the growing loss of real human connection in a world consumed by phones, content, productivity, and constant digital noise. From leaving your phone in the car at dinner to taking your kids to the playground without distractions, this episode explores small but meaningful ways to reconnect, with your family, your friendships, your creativity, and yourself. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla shares an honest behind-the-scenes look at what it actually costs to run a creative business in 2026, and why photography, filmmaking, and creative services are no longer inexpensive to do well. From rising equipment costs and AI-driven industry shifts to hard drives, SD cards, gas prices, and the emotional labor of creative work, this conversation explores the hidden realities clients rarely see. Kayla also unpacks why “cheap” photography often comes at the expense of sustainability, care, and client experience, and why the creatives charging intentionally are usually the ones investing the most into protecting your memories and telling your story well. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla sits down with photographer Brooke Lacombe, to explore the growing shift of parents choosing not to show their children’s faces online. With a background in public safety and psychology, Brooke shares how concerns around consent, digital footprints, privacy, and AI are reshaping both parenting and the photography industry. Together, they discuss how photographers can adapt creatively, how families can make more intentional decisions about what they share, and why this movement is less about fear—and more about protecting childhood in a digital world.  Prompts for Privacy for Photographers: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/4491967123/prompts-for-privacy-guide-photography?ref=share_ios_native_control Social Media Privacy Checklist for Parents: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4491990942/social-media-privacy-checklist-for?sr_prefetch=1&pf_from=shop_home&ref=shop_home_active_3&dd=1&logging_key=4cca58f007566e155ed9c0c00528dd1844f4151a%3A4491990942 Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on The Work We Keep, we are diving into everything you need to know about the connection between your portfolio, burnout, and building a business that actually fits your life. Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla reflects on the unexpected shift that came after hosting her first workshop, and how it’s changing the way she approaches family photography. Moving away from perfectly styled, “pretty” images, she shares why she’s now drawn to more honest, real-life moments that reflect how families actually live, love, and remember this season. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at evolving creatively, trusting your instincts, and letting go of what no longer feels aligned. If this resonated with you and you’re craving more honest, behind-the-scenes conversations like this, you can join my email list here: https://kaylamariphotography.myflodesk.com/eqmtrfxdhc Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla sits down with Laura of Flower Mound Lactation Care to talk about breastfeeding, lactation support, and the realities of feeding in early motherhood. From common misconceptions about “natural” breastfeeding to tongue ties, latch pain, milk supply concerns, and returning to work, Laura shares practical education and compassionate reassurance for new moms. They also discuss supplementing without guilt, the emotional weight of feeding decisions, and why local, in-home lactation support can make all the difference. If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or listening at 2 a.m. during a feeding, this conversation is for you. https://www.flowermoundlactationcare.com/ Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of The Work We Keep, Kayla shares her exact social media marketing schedule and content structure for running Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and TikTok as a creative entrepreneur. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay consistent on social media without burning out, this episode breaks down the full system, from long-form podcast and evergreen content to carousels, short-form video, and Pinterest. Kayla walks through how she repurposes podcast episodes into Instagram content, uses branded templates and Tonic Site Shop graphics for consistency, leverages ChatGPT to condense and expand ideas, and plans her grid using the Plann app to schedule posts in advance. She also shares practical tips like manually adding location tags and collaborations inside Instagram for better discoverability. This episode is a transparent look at sustainable social media marketing for photographers, creatives, and small business owners who want structure, clarity, and longevity, not constant content chaos. If you’re looking for a realistic Instagram marketing workflow, content repurposing strategy, and behind-the-scenes insight into how a working mom and business owner manages multiple platforms each week, this one is for you. Grab my "Steal My Social Media Checklist" to help create a sustainable social media strategy: https://kaylamariphotography.myflodesk.com/sjmuytr96q Learn more about Kayla and her photography business at: https://kaylamariphoto.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.