Maternity & Baby
MILESTONES, MAGIC, AND MESSES - BEAUTIFULLY DOCUMENTED
Every Story Starts SomewhereFrom glowing bumps to baby toes, every path to motherhood deserves to be celebrated. Whether by birth, adoption, surrogacy, or the long-awaited arrival of your little one. Your journey is uniquely yours, and your photos should be too. Each session is thoughtfully tailored to reflect your story, capturing every fleeting, magical moment with care, joy, and intention. From first announcements to tiny milestones, these are the memories you’ll treasure and frame forever.
Maternity & Newborn
First Year & Milestones
Bundles
How It Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
Announcement + Maternity
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As soon as you’ve shared the news with loved ones and want professional photos to mark the moment! Many families book between 8–16 weeks, depending on how public or private the moment is.
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Most clients schedule their maternity session between 28–34 weeks when the bump is beautifully visible but you're still comfortable moving around. If you're expecting multiples, we may schedule earlier.
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Yes! I offer both as standalone or bundled options, depending on how you’d like to tell your story. Some families book one early session to announce and a full maternity session later in pregnancy.
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Absolutely. These sessions are about celebrating your family’s next chapter — immediate family is welcome (well behaved pets included).
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Honestly? Wear whatever you want.
Want to wear a flowy dress? Do it. Want to wear leggings and a tank top? Go for it. Want to show off your bump? Great! Want to keep it covered? Also great! Fancy, casual, colorful, neutral, weird, comfortable, whatever. This is your session. There’s no magic maternity outfit you’re supposed to wear.
And please, for the love of god, be comfortable. You’re already growing a whole human. You do not need to spend your session tugging at a dress, sucking in, or wondering if your outfit looks “right.” If you feel good in it, that’s going to come through in the photos.
If your partner, kids, or anyone else is joining you, coordinate if you want, but you absolutely do not need to match. I’m still happy to help with styling if you want it. But it’s guidance, not a dress code.
The only thing I’d probably leave at home is super distracting tech stuff, like smartwatches or fitness bands, unless they’re part of your everyday life and you want them there.
And when we get to your newborn session? Same rules apply. You’re gonna want to be comfortable, and if you’re breastfeeding, you might need to be able to feed the baby. If that’s something you want included in your photos, we can absolutely make that part of the session. If it’s not your thing, that’s totally fine too. You get to decide what feels comfortable and what you want included.
Gender Reveal
+ Newborn
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Yes! I can coordinate with a friend, doctor’s office, or envelope to help keep the surprise a secret until the perfect moment. Just let me know how you’d like the reveal to happen (smoke, confetti, cake, etc.).
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Absolutely! I’m here to offer creative ideas and coordinate the setup to make your reveal personal and fun. For a more tailored experience, you can add custom prop coordination to help bring your vision to life with thoughtfully styled props and details.
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It’s best to reserve your newborn session before your due date, typically in your second or third trimester. Once baby arrives, we’ll schedule the session during the first 5–21 days.
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First things first, don’t clean your house for me. Seriously. You just had a baby. The laundry, dishes, toys, and whatever else is happening can stay exactly where they are.
All I really need is a spot where we can get some decent light. A room with natural light is great, but if your house is dark or it’s a gloomy day, a lamp can work too. We’ll figure it out when I get there and use whatever space makes sense.
You don’t need to have anything ready. No fancy props, perfectly styled nursery, or Pinterest-worthy setup required. If there’s a favorite blanket, stuffed animal, outfit, or something meaningful you want included, awesome. If not, baby is more than enough.
Feed the baby, change them, and do whatever you normally do. If they need to eat, sleep, be held, or have a diaper change during the session, that’s completely fine. We’re not working against the baby’s schedule. We’re working with it.
And yes, family is included! Parents, siblings, pets, whoever is part of your little crew can jump in for photos. Wear something comfortable that you can actually move around and snuggle in. Beyond that, don’t overthink it.
Basically, just have your baby and yourself there. I’ll take care of the rest.
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That’s completely normal! Sessions are baby-led, with time for feeding, cuddling, or changing as needed. There’s never a rush — I’m there to create a calm, supportive environment.
First Year
+ Milestone
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Milestones celebrate baby’s growth — typically 3, 6, or 9 months. From tummy time to first steps, these sessions document the little in-between wonders.
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Nope! You can book milestone sessions individually, or save by choosing a bundled package like The Memories, The Journey or The Adventure to capture the whole story.
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Not by default — but it’s available as an optional add-on!
The Celebration is a classic one-year session focused on milestone portraits and sweet family moments. If you’d like to end the session with something fun (and a little messy!), you can add on “The Grand Finale” — a styled or simple smash setup to mark the occasion.
And no, it doesn’t have to be cake!
Think cupcakes, donuts, fruit, pancakes, or even a paint or confetti smash — whatever suits your little one’s personality best.The Grand Finale add-on includes:
Optional themed or minimal setup
Guidance on what to bring (you provide the treat)
Time for post-smash splash or clean-up portraits
It’s a playful way to celebrate your baby’s big milestone, your way.
General FAQ’s
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Custom Prop Coordination
From confetti to balloons, tiny banners to fruit smashes — I’m here to help bring your vision to life with a thoughtfully styled setup that feels meaningful and fun. Whether it’s for a gender reveal, announcement, birthday, or milestone, we’ll collaborate to make the moment uniquely yours.
What’s included:
• Creative planning + personalized styling suggestions
• Optional prop sourcing based on your vision and budget
• Access to my curated collection of reusable props
• On-location setup and styling supportWill you provide props?
Yes — when possible, I’m happy to provide simple props or source reasonable items on your behalf (like balloons, florals, or small themed accents). For more specific or elaborate requests, I’ll work with you to find a budget-friendly solution or suggest creative alternatives that fit your aesthetic.Add-on pricing starts at $100
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All packages include high-resolution digital downloads (perfect for printing) and web-size files for easy sharing online (i.e. social media).
Prints, albums, and wall art are not included by default, but they’re available for purchase directly through your private online gallery. You’ll have access to a professional-quality print shop, so you can order exactly what you love—whenever you’re ready.
If you'd like to add a print credit or custom album to your session, I’m happy to guide you through the options!
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Turnaround times may vary slightly depending on session length, number of images, and season. Image delivery Includes high-resolution and web-size images via your private online gallery, ready for printing or sharing (social media. Below are the average delivery timelines you can expect for each type of session:
Announcement, Maternity, Gender Reveal
Sneak Peeks: Within 3–5 days
Full Gallery: Delivered within 3 weeks
Newborn Sessions (The Dream)
Sneak Peeks: Within 5–7 days
Full Gallery: Delivered within 3–4 weeks
Each image is gently edited to highlight the soft, soulful moments of these early days.
Milestone & One-Year Sessions
Sneak Peeks: Within 3–5 days
Full Gallery: Delivered within 2–3 weeks
The Storybook & Bundled Collections
Each session in your collection will follow the typical delivery time for its session type. Galleries are delivered separately so you can enjoy every chapter without delay.
Need Your Images Sooner?
Rush delivery options are available upon request — just ask during booking or planning!