A soggy stroller. A tiny voice. A memory that still makes me smile.
Dear Keeper of Rainy Day Smiles,
Years ago—before studio lights, before soft backdrops and sleepy newborn yawns—I was out in the world with a camera and a little girl in a stroller.
It was one of those July afternoons when the skies couldn’t make up their mind.
The kind of day that smells like wet grass and unexpected joy.
Arya (my daughter, muse, and mischief-maker) had just learned to sing.
And instead of chanting “Rain, rain, go away,” she sang, with complete conviction:
“Rain, rain, go Babae.”
(Her dad still insists that’s the correct version.)
This photo was taken that day.
Rainboots, watermelon umbrella, and one unshakable grin.
Back then, I didn’t have a studio.
No air-conditioned setup. No quiet, sleepy-light room.
Just passion, a camera, and a dream I carried through the drizzle.
Looking at this picture reminds me why I started. Why I do what I do.
How one photo can carry a thousand feelings—and bring them all rushing back with a single smile.
This is what we hold on to.
Not just a face or a pose.
But a feeling, forever paused.
Funny how one photo can flood your heart.
That day with Arya brought it all back—the feeling, the reason, the quiet joy of remembering.
And that’s what made me brave enough, after so many years, to finally ask:
If you’ve had a session with me, would you tell the world what it meant to you?
So many of you already have, and I’m beyond grateful.
If you haven’t yet, I’d love for you to add your story too.
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It truly helps others find their way.
With love, old umbrellas & puddles full of feelings,
Suchanda
Niddledy Noddledy
Bumps to Babies Photography, Kolkata
Hi, I’m Suchanda, the ♥️ behind Niddledy Noddledy 📸 — still here, still in the rain, just with a wider view.
(The puddles got bigger. So did the joy.)
As a mother myself, I understand how quickly the precious moments of life slip by—from the quiet anticipation of maternity to the joyful chaos of childhood. For many years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing families, capturing the giggles, the mischief, and those tender moments that make your journey so special.
My sessions are designed to create a relaxed, joyful environment where expectant mothers, little ones, and even the not-so-little ones feel free to laugh, play, and just be themselves. Whether it’s the serene glow of motherhood, a cheeky toddler grin, or the way your baby holds your hand, I’m here to preserve the details you’ll treasure forever.
If that sounds like what you’re looking for, let’s talk. Together, we can create memories that last a lifetime.
Visit Niddledy Noddledy to see how I can help turn your precious moments into lasting memories.
