Newborn Bend PhotographER
TIMELESS PORTRAITS FROM PREGNANCY THROUGH YOUR BABY'S FIRST YEAR
Maternity &
Schedule A CONVERSATION
THE FIRST YEAR ONLY HAPPENS ONCE
LET’S PRESERVE IT BEAUTIFULLY
If you are expecting or have a newborn at home, here is something I wish someone had told me sooner: the first year goes faster than you are ready for. You will blink and they will be sitting up. Blink again and they will be turning one.
I offer full sessions for maternity, newborn, and first birthday, and shorter milestone sessions for the in between moments like sitting up and cake smash. Most of my families start with a newborn session and just keep coming back as their baby grows. There is no package to commit to and no pressure. Just a natural, easy way to document a year you will never want to forget.
Your session fee reserves your date and covers the full experience. Artwork and digital files are selected at your ordering appointment and purchased separately.
Maternity: Best scheduled between 28-32 weeks
Newborn: Within the first two weeks (beautiful portraits still possible into the first few months)
Sitting milestone: 6-9 months
First birthday: Around 12 months
When to Book
Browse the Gallery
The best part: your custom albums and framed prints hand-delivered to your door. We even install your artwork.
delivery
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One to two weeks after your session, we'll meet for your design appointment. You'll watch a curated slideshow, select your favorite images, and choose the artwork that fits your space and your story. This is where we bring your vision to life.
DESIGN & ORDERING APPOINTMENTS
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Your session will be guided and intentional. From hair and makeup to posing direction, every detail is taken care of so you can relax and be fully present. Whether we're photographing your bump or your baby, everything will feel natural, comfortable, and true to your family.
the photography session
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Let's connect. We'll discuss your vision and the perfect timing for your sessions. I'll share wardrobe options and show you examples of albums and framed artwork so you feel fully prepared and excited before we begin.
consultation
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The Process
the investment
Maternity, Newborn, First Birthday
$450 Session Fee
Your session fee includes:
Planning meeting
Access to the client wardrobe
Fully guided portrait session
Artwork and digital files are purchased separately at your ordering meeting. Collections start at $1,400.
Flexible payment plans available
Schedule A CONVERSATION
Sitting Up, Cake Smash, First Birthday, Birthdays
$275 Session Fee
A shorter studio session for the moments that sneak up on you between the bigger milestones.
Milestone session
With The Motherhood Membership, you'll have three separate sessions documenting your baby's milestones, from just days old to their first birthday. And with a beautiful heirloom book with your favorite images, you'll always have a tangible way to relive those precious moments. It truly is an experience you and your family will treasure forever.
Each session tells its own story. The anticipation of pregnancy, the quiet sweetness of newborn days, the personality that starts to emerge, and the joy of that first birthday. Document each milestone as it happens, and at the end of the year, those portraits become something you can hold in a custom heirloom album that tells the whole story of your baby's first year, one season at a time.
ONE FAMILY. ONE YEAR.
EVERY SEASON DOCUMENTED AND PRESERVED.
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
I keep my schedule flexible for newborn sessions because babies arrive on their own timeline. When you book during pregnancy, I'll hold a flexible window around your due date. Once baby arrives, simply text or call me, and we'll confirm your actual session date within those first two weeks. If baby arrives significantly early or late, we'll adjust as needed.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
You'll have full access to my client wardrobe—beautiful flowing dresses in timeless neutrals that photograph beautifully. You're also welcome to wear something of your own, like a soft sweater or simple top in neutral colors (whites, creams, tans, or pastels). We'll discuss your preferences during your consultation so you feel confident and comfortable.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
Absolutely! Maternity sessions can include your partner, and we'll capture connection between all of you. For newborn sessions, siblings are welcome and encouraged—some of the most treasured images are big brother or sister meeting their new baby. I know how to work with toddlers and young children to make it feel like play rather than work. We'll get the whole family together, then also capture individual moments.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
I understand—many mothers feel uncertain about maternity photos, especially if they're feeling uncomfortable or self-conscious about their changing body. But here's what I've learned after 20 years: these images become incredibly precious. Pregnancy is such a brief, fleeting chapter, and you'll want to remember how it felt to carry your baby before they arrived. The mothers who skip maternity photos almost always wish they hadn't. Even if you're on the fence, I'd encourage you to document this moment—you won't regret it.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
I understand—this is one of the most common concerns I hear, and it's completely valid. Here's what I know to be true: newborn sessions aren't about how you look; they're about who you are to this tiny person. These portraits document the tenderness and overwhelming love of those early days. Years from now, you won't see your postpartum body—you'll see yourself as a new mother, holding your days-old baby, and you'll be grateful these moments were preserved. I also provide professional hair and makeup, a carefully curated wardrobe, and flattering posing guidance so you feel as beautiful as you truly are.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
Maternity sessions are best scheduled between 28–34 weeks when your bump is beautifully round but you’re still comfortable moving around.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
We work at your baby’s pace. Sessions typically last 2–3 hours with plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and snuggles. Beautiful portraits are possible whether baby sleeps deeply or stays awake.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
Yes! You’ll have full access to my curated client wardrobe for both maternity and newborn sessions, with styling guidance to help you feel confident and beautiful.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
You’ll return for your design appointment 1–2 weeks after each session to view your curated slideshow and select your favorites. Custom albums and framed artwork are typically delivered within 4–6 weeks.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
Can I book just one session instead of the full membership?
How long until I receive my images?
Do you provide wardrobe for maternity and newborn sessions?
What if my baby doesn’t sleep during the newborn session?
When should I book my maternity session?
Absolutely. Sessions can be booked individually starting at $1,950, or you can join the Motherhood Membership to document your baby’s complete first year.
frequently asked questions
What if I'm not sure about maternity photos?
What if my baby comes early or late?
Can my partner and older children be included?
What should I wear for newborn photos?
What if I don't feel comfortable in my postpartum body?
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