Timeless, heartfelt newborn portraits created with patience, care, and a calm experience for new mothers.
The first days with your baby feel both quiet and overwhelming.
You’re learning their little sounds. The way they stretch. The way their tiny fingers wrap around yours. It’s beautiful, exhausting, emotional, and somehow it all moves too quickly.
Newborn portraits are about holding onto this beginning. Not just how your baby looked, but how this moment in your life felt.
The process
STEP 01
inquire
Newborn sessions take place in my Blue Springs studio and are designed to be calm, comfortable, and completely baby-led. Please allow up to 2–3 hours to allow time for feeding, soothing, and settling as needed. I’ll gently guide you throughout the session so you can simply be present and soak in this stage. Fill out the contact form to receive session and pricing details.
STEP 02
booking
I recommend reserving your newborn session during your second trimester or earlier to ensure availability around your due date. Collections begin at $1,100, with a non-refundable $450 retainer due at booking to reserve your session on my calendar.
STEP 03
Planning
During the planning stage, we’ll talk through the vision for your session and the feeling you want your portraits to hold. I’ll guide you in selecting simple, neutral pieces for your baby, along with anything you’d like to incorporate for yourself, keeping everything soft, minimal, and focused on connection.
STEP 04
Session day
Your newborn session is designed to feel calm and unhurried in the studio. We’ll move at your baby’s pace with time for feeding, soothing, and settling as needed, while I gently guide you through simple, natural moments. You don’t need to know what to do. I’ll take care of everything so you can just be present. Partner and family images are always welcome if you’d like to include them.
STEP 05
receive your gallery
Within in approximitaly 2 - 3 weeks of your session, your portraits will be carefully edited and delivered in a private online gallery. From there, you can view your images, choose your collection, and download your photographs directly from your gallery.
A fully guided session
I’ll help you choose what photographs beautifully, with simple pieces for your baby and soft, minimal options for you.
If there’s something specific you’re envisioning, I’m always happy to help source it and bring your vision to life.
Wardrobe Guidance
Every moment is gently guided so you never feel unsure of what to do.
At the same time, your connection is always welcomed and encouraged. The most meaningful images happen naturally.
No rushing
Newborn sessions typically last up to 2–3 hours, allowing plenty of time to move at your baby’s pace. We take breaks as needed for feeding and soothing, and never rush the process. Your comfort and your baby’s needs always come first.
Your session can take place wherever feels most like you
Timeless, editorial, artistic imagery using professional lighting and minimal distractions.
Relaxed story telling inside the very place you'll bring your baby home to.
pricing
Your session includes:
- Studio or in-home (lifestyle)
- Access to soft wraps, swaddles, and minimal props
- A fully guided, calm experience so you never have to wonder what to do
- A calm, baby-led experience with gentle posing
- Family & siblings are always encouraged to join
- Private online gallery to view and select your images
- Digital collections available to purchase after your session
- Flexible payment plans are available
All sessions require a $450 retainer at time of booking.
Want all the details? Just reach out below and I’ll send over everything you need to start planning your session.
Let's create something you'll be proud to show you children one day.
FAQ
When should I book my newborn session?
I recommend reserving your due date as early as possible. Once baby arrives, we’ll schedule your session within the ideal window. I do my best to accommodate last-minute requests when I can, but my calendar tends to fill quickly.
When is the best time to photograph my newborn?
Newborn sessions are typically done within the first 1–3 weeks after birth, when babies are still very sleepy and can be gently posed.
Where is your studio located?
My studio is located in Blue Springs, Missouri, near Highway 40 and Highway 7.
Is hair and makeup included?
For newborn and milestone sessions, you’re welcome to keep things simple or add professional hair and makeup if you’d like a little extra support.
What should my baby wear for the session?
I provide everything needed for your baby, including wraps, outfits, and carefully selected props in a soft, timeless style. If you have something meaningful you’d like to include, you’re always welcome to bring it.
What should I wear for my session?
I provide a curated client wardrobe with pieces that photograph beautifully and complement your baby. If you have a specific look or vision in mind, I’m happy to help source the perfect piece for you. I’ll guide you through styling so everything feels effortless and cohesive.
Can parents and siblings be included?
Absolutely! Parents and siblings are always welcome.
What if my baby is fussy during the session?
That’s completely normal. Newborn sessions are baby-led and unhurried. I allow plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and breaks so your baby stays comfortable throughout the session.
When will I receive my photos?
Your final images are typically delivered within 2–3 weeks after your session. I take great care in editing each image to ensure it reflects the quality and artistry you deserve.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, I offer flexible payment options to make your session more accessible. Details can be discussed during booking.