Newborn Photography
St. Louis Newborn Photographer
These tender moments are brief. Soon, your baby will be crawling, running and even dancing. To remember this sweetness, I take natural, guided images with minimal posing. The mindful experience lets you breathe a sigh of relief with planning and prep — and the memories that you’ll share again and again. Taken by a photographer who worked in the NICU with newborns, and who applies those same gentle principles to your photo session.
Capture The Simple, Yet Memorable Awe Of A New Life Joining Your Family
St. Louis Newborn Photographer
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Unsure what will look best or ran out of time to buy something? I can help! Use my available newborn outfits from the client closet (I have everything for newborns — wraps, blankets, headbands…). As for mom and siblings, you’ll find simple and stunning options, and matching sibling outfits too.
Full Newborn Wardrobe
Bask in an ethereal, light-rich environment at my own personal photography studio. The space is a furnished, open environment perfect for a relaxing and enjoyable experience for both you and your baby.
New Clean, White Studio
My method for natural newborn photography is so loved by my clients and the photography community that I've had the honor of teaching my style to both professional and beginner photographers through in-person conferences and workshops as well as on global online platforms. (The secret? No over-the-top posing or props. Just timeless colors and true lifestyle images.)
Years Of Experience With Newborns
Newborn Photography Pricing
$300 to reserve your session. Package purchase required (to include all edited, digital images with upgrades available for prints and albums). Inquire for full package details.
With an average of 1.5 to 2 hours together, the session will be personalized for you and baby. There’s also a prep guide to make sure you are both happy and cozy! Schedule your newborn photos in the comfort of your home or in my welcoming all-white and neutral studio (with a full wardrobe for baby, mom and younger siblings too!).
Standard Session
An all-inclusive package to celebrate the biggest milestones for the first year of your baby’s life. These sessions typically include newborn at-home or in-studio, 4-month in-studio mini, 6-month full session indoors or outside, and a 1-year full session. Customizations are available too!
Newborn Milestone Sessions
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In-studio newborn photography creates an excellent environment for a refined and simple process with amazing natural light (ideal if you’re concerned about the lighting at your house). Of course, we will still capture all those genuine moments, in addition to the classic wraps and curled-up shots that my studio easily accommodates. Bundle with an at-home mini session for the best of both worlds!
Studio Session
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Book at-home newborn session
Laid-back, natural images that bring the focus on your growing family. At-home newborn photos are wonderful at capturing the emerging personality of your precious little one and the memories you’ll create together in the comfort of your home. (Add on a discounted mini session at the studio for minimally posed photos of the baby in our clean, bright studio space!)
At-Home Session
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I’ll do everything to put all your worries aside and allow you to enjoy these beautiful moments.
Photoshoot
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Sit back, relax and enjoy the togetherness and calm of documenting something you will be able to look back fondly over for a lifetime to come.
Settle In
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Borrow from the client closet or ask for my advice as you prepare outfits.
Wardrobe
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Everyone has different needs and different lives. Let’s pick the best location option and time that works for you — confirmed after baby arrives.
Hash Out Details
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Schedule your date and time (estimated of course) and pick the package that works best for you.
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What Comes Next
With This St. Louis Newborn Photographer
These photos are beyond what I imagined they would be. What a talent you have for capturing families…You guys are the best!
“Thank you again for gifting us with such beautiful memories during our newborn session in our home.”
- Krista
My husband and I had a great time with her during our Newborn session. A very awake 10 day old and an even more excited dog would've put anyone over the edge but Emily was calm and completely laid back, making it enjoyable for this new Momma as well.
“Emily's photography, personality, responsiveness and overall demeanor are AMAZING!!”
- erin
Not only can she pose, but her ability to capture family moments is unreal. I fell in love with her skin tones and the pretty lighting she is able to get.
“Hands down the best newborn photographer in St Louis.”
- Jennifer
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For the brief moments or updated milestone photos, stop into the studio for a mini session. We’ll spend 20-30 minutes capturing the quiet (or loud!) love you share. Don’t miss the opportunity to sign up for weekend dates and discounts!
St. Louis Photography Mini Sessions
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Each and every image will be hand-edited with my classic, natural touch so you and your baby’s moments remain as true-to-life and nostalgic as possible. If you are worried about baby acne, peeling skin, scratches, etc., I edit the images to remove skin imperfections.
What is your photo editing style?
I used to be a speech pathologist and worked in the NICU with many children who needed an approach mindful of sensory, feeding and careful handling needs. This provides the foundation that, with more than a decade of photographing newborns, ensures a safe space.
How do you maintain a safe environment for our newborn?
Timeless photos, unposed, no over-editing. A time-tested look that will survive the inevitable trends.
How would you best explain your photography style?
My studio is in an easily accessible location in Wildwood! It’s easy to park, with plenty of light, a beautiful bed, couches and chairs. All the staging you could need with a cute ice cream shop and a few restaurants right next door. There is an on-site bathroom, coffee bar, cold water and snacks too! Learn more.
What is your studio like?
About Working With This St. Louis Newborn Photographer
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the newborn photoshoot be?
I only book one newborn session per day so there is no rush whatsoever! I’ll give you, your family and the baby time to get comfortable. Most sessions take 90 minutes to two hours on average!
Do you offer maternity photos too?
Yes! Here are the St. Louis maternity photography details. If booked with newborn photos, maternity sessions are 20% off!