Downers Grove Newborn Photographer
Relaxed, baby-led newborn photography in Downers Grove and Chicago’s western suburbs. With thoughtful planning, styling guidance and a calm, unhurried approach, your session feels easy while preserving the tiny details, tender connection and fleeting moments of your baby’s earliest days.
maternity
✔️ Up to 30-minute session
✔️ Select 10 images to download from a private gallery of 20+
✔️ Style guide or stylist recommendation
✔️ Immediate family only
Starting at $495
mini newborn
✔️ Up to 1-hour session in my Downers Grove studio
✔️ Select 30 images to download from a private gallery of 45+
✔️ Extensive style guide
✔️ Immediate family only.
These sessions are designed with a strong focus on baby, with simple family and sibling moments woven in naturally.
Starting at $695
full newborn
Starting at $995
milestone
✔️ Up to 30 minute session in my Downers Grove studio
✔️ Select 10 images to download from a private gallery of 20+
✔️ Style guide or stylist recommendation
✔️ For babies 3–10 months - immediate family only
starting at $495
Your Little One is almost ONE! 🎉
Your tiny newborn has officially grown into a curious little human and it’s the perfect time to capture all the giggles, wobbly steps, and big personality that come with turning one. Now that you’re past the sleepy newborn days, Children and Family Sessions are designed to celebrate this milestone and everything that comes next.
From bubbles and movement to messy cake moments and real connection, these sessions capture the joy and beautiful chaos of family life. If you’re ready to trade swaddles for tiny sneakers, let’s make it happen.
📩 Inquire about Children and Family Sessions to find the perfect fit for your growing crew.
Maternity & Newborn FAQ
01.
When should I book my newborn session?
I always recommend booking your newborn session during your second trimester whenever possible to ensure availability on my calendar. Because babies tend to arrive on their own schedule, we reserve your session based around your due date and finalize everything once baby arrives. Most newborn sessions take place within the first 2–4 weeks after birth, but because my style is lifestyle-focused and relaxed, we have a little flexibility and do not need baby to be overly sleepy or heavily posed.
02.
Do newborn sessions take place in your Downers Grove studio?
Yes! Mini newborn sessions take place in my warm, natural-light studio in downtown Downers Grove. Full newborn sessions may take place in the studio or your home, depending on the experience you prefer. The studio has a neutral, timeless feel that keeps the focus on your connection and your baby.
03.
Can siblings and parents be included?
Absolutely. My newborn sessions are very family-focused and designed to capture connection just as much as the baby alone. Parents and siblings are always encouraged to be part of the session, and we keep things relaxed and natural so everyone can settle in comfortably. Mini Newborn sessions are quick family portraits with a concentration on the baby and the Full Newborn session is longer and more relaxed with a concentration on the family and a good variety of baby's first portraits.
04.
What if my baby needs breaks?
That is completely expected and built into the flow of the session. Newborn sessions move at baby’s pace with plenty of time for feeding, changing, cuddling and calming breaks as needed. My approach is lifestyle and baby-led, so there is never pressure for your baby to “perform” or sleep perfectly during the session.
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