The Joy of Babies: Savoring the First Year

Maternity | Newborn | Baby's First Year


There is SO much that happens the first year of baby's life... so many precious memories that unfold in the everyday moments. If only we could remember each and every one of them and keep those feelings of wonder and amazement alive as the years go by! I can't promise you will remember EVERYTHING, (for sure!) but I do have some opportunities that will help keep some of those moments alive in your hearts and minds for years to come. Check out some of the first year gallery pics below, and then send me a note. I'd love to help you capture precious memories of your sweet new baby!


Marketing template for maternity photography featuring polaroid-style images on blue-gray background.
Child celebrating first birthday with happy expression on blue balance bike surrounded by balloons and birthday banner.
Baby in denim overalls sits on cowhide rug with birthday cake on vintage pedestal stand during cake smash photoshoot.
Smiling baby in denim overalls sitting with a cake near rustic windmill backdrop and cowhide rug.
Small child in overalls sits on a cowhide rug while reaching for a cake on a white decorative plate.
A rustic farmhouse scene with denim overalls, wooden walls, decorative windmill and cow print rug for a first birthday celebration.
Small child in overalls doing cake smash with white frosted cake on rustic wooden background.
Small child in a white cowboy hat and denim overalls sits on a floral blanket in a sunny field of yellow flowers.
A small figure sits on a blanket in front of a rustic red barn during golden hour.
A young child in overalls sits on a white blanket by a red barn with a cowboy hat nearby.
Two figures stand in golden sunlit grass beside a rustic red barn during a warm summer evening.
A baby wearing an ornate ivory lace dress and floral headband lies on a dark backdrop with roses and eucalyptus leaves.
Baby wearing a light mint green lace dress with floral headband laying on cream colored backdrop.
Baby wearing black shirt and white headband rests on adult's arms against dark studio background.
A baby in a peach-colored lace dress lies on a white fur rug with a plush bunny toy.
A tender moment captured between adult and baby in black outfits against a dark background.
A small baby wearing a white ribbed sweater is held over the shoulder of someone in a beige top against a blue backdrop.
A tender moment captured as a baby wearing a floral headband is lifted in the air against a dark background.
Baby wearing white sweater lies on brown backdrop during professional portrait session.
Small infant wearing white ribbed onesie lying on blue backdrop with arms and legs outstretched.
A baby wearing a bright blue and gray knitted police cap lies on their belly on a white background.
Baby in pink lace romper lying on plush cream-colored fur background with blush pink backdrop for professional photo.
Newborn baby sleeping on burgundy and cream fur rug wearing dark green knit outfit during studio photography session.
Newborn baby nestled in soft brown fur blanket on cream carpet during professional photo session.

Baby's First Year - Milestone Photography

Milestone sessions typically happen in our studio at 3-, 6-, 9-, and 12 months. There are two price levels for these sessions, depending on how many backdrops and outfits you would like to use, and if budget is a factor, we've got you covered.


mini Baby Milestones Package -

Our Basic Baby Milestones Package is a great decision for those who are happy with one backdrop and one outfit per session. At only 30 minutes in length, these petite sessions work well for busy moms, or if you anticipate having a large family and want to make sure ALL the babies get pics! (Winky-smile here!) Simplicity at its best. This includes about 7 digital images and one 5x7 matted fine art print per session (no frame needed). These are considered a limited-availability session, and are open for booking only a few days each month. Email us for upcoming dates and include your requested time of day to check for availability!


Deluxe Baby Milestones Package

The Deluxe Package is geared more towards creative moms who love the idea of collaborating on backdrops, props, and outfits for their baby's photo session, and enjoy and have vision for using a larger gallery of final images. For the Deluxe Session, I reserve 1.5 hours of studio time for your little one, and set up 3 backdrops, allow for 3 clothing changes, plus include a few shots with Mom! Often families will bring along specific props from their homes that are a reflection of their family and their family's interests, or even a treasured gift. They are super special. Honestly, all my sessions used to be Deluxe until I realized that some moms LOVED the opportunity for creativity, and others got TOTALLY STRESSED OUT by it! Who knew?! (Big grin here...) I LOVE IT ALL!! The Deluxe Milestones Package delivers about 20 edited images per session. This is a great option if your personality is one that would love to create (or have me create!) a photobook at the end of the year to showcase all those cute expressions you don't want to forget!


FAQ: can i book without purchasing a package?

Sometimes I am asked about non-package pricing for families who didn't find me in time to book the standard packages, or perhaps they just want a couple milestone sessions. We are totally happy to provide that as well! Either the Basic or the Deluxe Experience is available at non-package pricing. The service provided is exactly the same.

Investment:

tRADITIONAL mILESTONE pROGRAM pACKAGE


  • Personalized Portrait Consultation, including settings, wardrobe, and final product design and delivery
  • Up to 3 hours of studio time (+ 6 hours post processing)
  • Sessions held in our Goshen, IN studio
  • Flexible date and time options
  • Multiple backdrops, props and/or settings
  • Includes 3 outfit changes for baby
  • Also includes access to client closet of coordinating newborn clothing and dresses for mom, and use studio props
  • Refreshments provided
  • Mom, Dad, siblings and pets welcome to participate
  • 20 professionally retouched digital images
  • (1) 8x10 enclosed mat fine art print
  • 25% discount on leather triplex



STARTING FROM

$250

MINI MILESTONE SESSION pROGRAM pACKAGE


  • Personalized Portrait Consultation
  • Relaxed, In-Home Portrait Experience
  • Up to 60 Minutes of coverage
  • Flexible dates and times available
  • Includes candid and lightly posed interactions between newborn and family members, per photographer’s discretion
  • Also includes one portable studio backdrop, newborn wrap or outfit, and one newborn prop provided
  • Professional services include wardrobe consult, professional editing, final product design, and delivery of images
  • 20 professionally retouched digital images
  • (1) 8x10 enclosed-mat fine art print
  • 25% discount on leather triplex





starting from

$150

iNDIVIDUAL mILESTONE sESSIONS


Both Traditional and Mini Milestone Sessions are available individually, any time during baby's first year. Clients receive the same Milestone Experience and products as detailed in the descriptions here.




Non-program pricing is as follows:


Traditional Milestone session, Starting from

$ 325




Mini Milestone session, starting from

$ 225



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A peaceful newborn portrait on soft white fur with coral swaddle in gentle lighting.
Baby in cream dress reclines on vintage velvet chair with white teddy bear.
Sleeping baby in white dress holds plush lamb while resting on velvet chair.
Peaceful sleeping baby in white knit outfit cuddles stuffed lamb on burgundy chair.
Charming portrait on antique velvet chaise lounge with plush teddy bear.
Winter scene with child in vest sitting on sled with plush toy against wooden wall.
Adorable scene with vintage sled prop on white fluffy backdrop with wood paneling.
Baby in pink shirt poses with white plush lamb against rustic wooden backdrop.
Sweet photo shoot setup with decorative blocks and signs against rustic wooden background.
Gentle moment with soft white teddy bear against creamy backdrop.
Black and white portrait of baby with stuffed lamb toy in vintage metal bucket.
Decorative nursery scene with metal bucket and lamb plush against quilted sheep backdrop.
Sweet portrait with plush lamb toy against pastoral quilted wall hanging.
Delightful pose in metal bucket with stuffed lamb against quilted sheep-themed backdrop.
Charming pose next to ornate vintage chair wearing floral dress with ruffle details.
A charming portrait with a vintage wooden backdrop featuring sunflowers and string lights.