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Newborn

 

Lifestyle Newborn Portrait Experience

Welcome Home

There is nothing quite like those first days with your new baby—the tiny fingers wrapped around yours, sleepy snuggles on the couch, quiet moments in the nursery you lovingly prepared, and the overwhelming joy of adding a new member to your family.

Your newborn session is designed to preserve these memories exactly as they are. Rather than posed studio portraits, every session takes place in the comfort of your home, capturing your family naturally and authentically in the spaces where your story begins.

This is more than a photoshoot. It is a relaxed, guided experience where your family can simply slow down, cuddle, and enjoy one another while I create timeless heirloom portraits you'll treasure for generations.

There is no need to clean every corner of your home or worry about your baby being "perfect." Lifestyle newborn sessions are baby-led, allowing plenty of time for feeding, soothing, diaper changes, and all the beautiful in-between moments that make these first weeks so meaningful.

 

A Full-Service Experience

From the moment you inquire until your finished artwork is delivered, every detail is handled with care. I'll guide you through wardrobe selections, help you prepare your home, and create a relaxed atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable—including your newest little love.

The result is a collection of timeless portraits that celebrate not only your baby, but the love, connection, and joy that fill your home during this unforgettable chapter.

The Lifestyle Newborn Experience

$350

Your session includes:

  • A relaxed in-home lifestyle newborn session
  • Approximately 60–90 minutes of photography
  • Parent, sibling, and family portraits
  • Gentle posing with a focus on genuine connection
  • Professional editing of your selected images
  • Your choice of 10 beautifully retouched digital images with a print release

This experience is perfect for families who want a collection of meaningful portraits while preserving the authentic beauty of welcoming a new baby home.

Signature Album Collection

$700

Designed for families who want more than digital files, this collection preserves your memories in a handcrafted heirloom album you'll enjoy for years to come.

Includes everything in the Lifestyle Newborn Experience, plus:

  • 15 professionally edited digital images
  • A custom-designed 10×10 heirloom photo album

Your album is thoughtfully designed to tell the story of your baby's first days, creating a keepsake your family will revisit for generations.

Heirloom Collection

$1,000

Our most complete newborn experience, created for families who want both stunning wall artwork and a beautifully curated album to preserve this once-in-a-lifetime season.

Includes:

  • A relaxed in-home lifestyle newborn session
  • 25+ professionally edited digital images
  • A custom-designed 10×10 heirloom album
  • An 11×14 professionally finished wall portrait, ready to become part of your home

From your baby's nursery to your living room walls, this collection transforms your memories into artwork that becomes part of your family's story.

 

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Newborn Portrait Session

Wondering What to Expect and How to Prepare for Your Newborn Session?

Planning your baby's first portrait session should feel exciting—not overwhelming. If you're wondering what to bring, how to prepare, or what your newborn photography experience will be like, I've created a guide just for you. Simply fill out the form below to download your complimentary Newborn Session Preparation Guide, where you'll find everything you need to know to feel confident and prepared before your session. From what to expect on the day of your appointment to helpful tips for a smooth, stress-free experience, this guide will answer your questions and help you make the most of your baby's first portraits.

 Fill out the form below to get your copy of this guide.

Milestone Collections- Newborn and Beyond

Baby's First Year Heirloom Collection | $1,250

Your baby's first year passes in the blink of an eye. From those tiny newborn cuddles to first smiles, first steps, and a very first birthday, this collection beautifully preserves every milestone so you'll never forget the little moments that matter most.

Includes three signature lifestyle portrait experiences:

Lifestyle Newborn Session
A relaxed in-home session celebrating your family's newest chapter.

  • Includes your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images

Sitter Session
Captured when your baby is sitting independently (typically 6–9 months), showcasing their growing personality and curiosity.

  • Includes your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images

First Birthday Session
Celebrate this exciting milestone with a classic portrait session, cake smash, or family portraits.

  • Includes your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images

Exclusive Collection Benefits

  • Priority scheduling throughout baby's first year
  • Planning assistance for each milestone session
  • Professional editing of all selected images
  • A beautifully designed 10×10 custom heirloom album featuring your favorite images from all three sessions

Investment: $1,250

 Baby's First Moments Collection | $950

Perfect for families who want to document the beginning and the exciting first birthday while creating lasting keepsakes.

Includes:

Lifestyle Newborn Session

  • Your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images

First Birthday Session

  • Your choice of 10 professionally edited digital images
  • Choice of traditional portraits, cake smash, or family portraits

Also Includes

  • A custom-designed 10×10 heirloom album featuring your favorite images from both sessions
  • Planning assistance for each session
  • Professional editing of all selected images

Investment: $950

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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

If you are looking for a photographer for your sweet baby, you have hit the jackpot!! Kelly Dawn Photography captured the most perfect photos of our sweet girl. She was so kind and really let baby girl lead the way while capturing her personality beautifully. Our baby girl was even a bit older than the typical newborn age range for a newborn shoot, but that was no issue for Kelly! I will be booking all future photo sessions with Kelly Dawn Photography and you should too!

Jade L.