Even if you don t have time to transfer them to albums or organize them chronologically, you ll have them to look at later. Kids grow and change so fast, and you never get those moments back. Record big milestones, but don t forget to photograph those little everyday things, too, like the first taste of strawberries that end up from cheek to cheek or the first time they see a flower. Also, remember that smiles aren t always necessary. Photos of kids pouting in the corner are endearing, too.
Some people don t video often because they think it detracts from the moment.
Remember that it isn t necessary to tape an entire birthday party just record small frames of time that you find important. Again, don t forget to tape the little everyday things, too. My favorite tapes are of my kids playing and singing when they had no idea I was there. As your children get older and can carry on a conversation, conduct interviews with them and record their answers. This is a good way to remember what was important to them at various ages.