NewborNS
Discover the Experience
I’m a Los Angeles newborn photographer who specializes in capturing beautiful portraits of the people you love. As a mom myself, I know how precious these moments are — let me freeze them in time for you.
Newborn sessions are done from the comfort of your own home, and are focused on capturing natural moments and celebrating this perfect new human.
The love you have for your baby is bigger than big. Your images deserve so much more than living on a screen. After your session, I'll help you turn your favorite images into custom heirlooms that transcend generations and will have a physical presence in your home.
- capture this moment in time
- are natural and unposed
- highlight the whole family
- become family heirlooms
You want newborn photos that:
My in-home newborn sessions tell the story of this moment in your family's journey all while keeping the vibe natural. No props or baskets, just lots and lots of sweet snuggles and maybe a little cameo from your fur baby too.
Newborn Portfolio
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"The best thing about a picture is that it never changes,
-andy warhol
even when the people in it do"
The first step is learning more about your vision for newborn photos through a phone consultation. I'll get to know a bit about you and your family and will walk you through my process in more detail.
Whether this is your first born or your second or third baby, the fact that you're here reading this means you know just how fast your little one will grow and you want to freeze these moments in time.
During our call, I'll also walk you through investment options.
01. The Vision
02. Planning
Once I receive your signed contract and retainer payment, we'll dive in. All newborn sessions include a pre-session planning call & wardrobe consultation.
I'll give guidance on what to wear so you'll feel confident for photos post-baby and we'll dive deeper into where in your home these photos might live after your session. Whether it's a gallery wall for baby's nursery, or an heirloom album that can be enjoyed for years to come, we'll create something magical together.
03. Capturing Memories
You've just had a baby, and have gotten dressed in something other than yoga clothes. By the time of your newborn photography session, it's safe to say you've already done the hardest part.
Your newborn session will take place from the comfort of your own home. You have me for up to 3 hours of session time so there's no rush if we need to pause so you can nurse your baby, or change their outfit. Sit back and relax, you are in great hands!
04. The Reveal
Photographs from your newborn session will be ready in 2 weeks. You'll come in for an in-person reveal, where you'll see the images from your session for the first time. From a typical newborn session, you can expect to see between 75-150 photos during your reveal.
We'll work together to select your favorite images and design heirloom pieces that can be enjoyed for decades to come (because these memories deserve more than being scrolled on an iPhone).
05. Delivery
Your purchased images will get retouched and then uploaded to a private online gallery. From there, you'll be able to download your digital files, shop small prints and share with family.
I handle all facets of polishing your images and sending your heirlooms off to print. Think of me as your snuggle & sleep optimizer — more time for you to rest and soak up time with your baby while I handle the printing. You can expect to have your custom heirlooms in-hand within 4-6 weeks.
The Details
From selecting the best light and backgrounds in your home, to beautifully capturing this moment in your family's life, all the way through designing timeless albums and artwork — you'll receive an elevated experience.
All newborn photography sessions include a pre-session planning call and wardrobe consultation. I'll help you hand select what you want to purchase from your session and we'll create custom heirlooms for your family.
There's no one-size fits all price so please inquire for more details, however most families invest a minimum of $1400.
“Rachel was wonderful to work with. The quality of the pictures and her professionalism was above and beyond. I only wish I’d known her when my first child was born.”
“We've worked with Rachel for our engagement photos, wedding photos, and newborn photos. The finished products - photos and albums - are phenomenal. We are obsessed with our photos.”
“The photos Rachel captured of our newborn and family are truly special and will be lifelong beautiful memories thanks to her talented eye and camera work. She was so patient and kind through the entire session.”
“Rachel did an incredible job of capturing our family. She was so patient and thoughtful with our toddler and infant... you can really tell that she is a Mom.”
Your newborn photos mark one of the biggest milestones in your life, and they deserve more than a digital existence. All newborn sessions include custom design services. Through story-driven album design, and wall art tailored to your living space, you'll walk away with heirlooms that will inspire stories for decades to come.
Heirloom Prints
FOR TODAY, TOMORROW, AND FUTURE GENERATIONS
Newborn sessions are up to 3 hours long. This allows plenty of time so we aren't rushed, and you can pause to nurse or soothe baby as needed. All newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your own home!
HOW LONG ARE NEWBORN SESSIONS?
All-in, most families invest between $1400-$2500 for their newborn session including gorgeous heirlooms and corresponding digital files. Heirloom albums are the most popular purchase from newborn sessions.
HOW MUCH DOES A NEWBORN SESSION COST?
All collections include printed heirlooms along with the corresponding high resolution digital file for your printed images. So, anything you love enough to print, you'll also have the digital copy of.
Will we receive DIGITAL FILES?
Yes! I offer a Milestone Collection that includes 3 sessions and culminates with a stunning heirloom album with your favorite images. Popular ways to use the 3 sessions are a maternity, newborn, and 1 year session, or a newborn, 6 month, and 1 year session. We can also add additional sessions to this package if you want to document your baby's changes even more. That first year is such a magical time full of growing!