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Baby Milestone
These sessions are all about capturing the sweet milestones that happen in the first year of your baby’s life! Grabbing their toes, giggling, putting anything and everything in their mouths, tummy time, sitting up, crawling, etc. My goal is to capture those precious details for you so that you have them for a lifetime! The session also includes family portraits.
Most common milestone sessions are done at 3 month, 6 month, 9 month and 1 year.
During your booking process, we will discuss the location (Melodi Photography home-studio or an outdoor location), your clothing selections for your little one (and the baby clothing options I have in studio), prop options and your vision.
Studio session includes different setups. If it’s for 1 Year Milestone, we can do a cake smash and bubble bath setup too. Cake smash set up includes balloons, banners, and other props. You bring your own cake.
Baby Milestone sessions (including digital images) start at $400. Please contact for detailed package info.
$200 non-refundable retainer fee is required to secure a date.
The rest of the fee is due on session day.
Print ordering is optional and prints start at $50.
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Hi, I’m Ipek — the heart behind Melodi Photography 🤍
I specialize in maternity, newborn, baby milestone, kids birthdays, and family photography here in Bakersfield, CA.
For over 10 years, I’ve been capturing tiny toes, growing bellies, first birthdays, and the beautiful chaos of family life.
My sessions are calm, baby-led, and full of patience — because I know these aren’t just photos… they’re memories you’ll hold onto forever.👶🏻
If you’re looking for a photographer who will guide you every step of the way (and maybe fix your hair between shots 😉), you’re in the right place.
Oh by the way, if you’re wondering about my accent - I’m originally from Türkiye 🇹🇷😉🤍
Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here.
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Mom life is already a full-time job.
Between snacks, naps, and making sure no one melts down… picking the “perfect” outfit shouldn’t be another stress before your session.
That’s why I offer a curated baby client closet in the studio — complimentary for milestone sessions (newborn to 18 months).
Everything is chosen to photograph beautifully and keep the focus where it belongs… on your baby 🤍
Tell me — are you an over-packer or last-minute grab-what’s-clean mom? 😅👇
POV: We nailed the session and then the baby said “I’m done.” 😂
This is why I never rush.
We follow baby’s mood, take breaks, play, cuddle…
And when they’ve had enough — we wrap it up.
Happy or crying, it’s all part of the story 🤍
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Not every photo makes the final gallery — and that’s intentional.
When I review your session, I immediately remove images with:
• Tension in shoulders
• Unflattering angles
• Distracting backgrounds
• Stiff hands
• Forced smiles
Because beautiful portraits aren’t about quantity. They’re about refinement.
You’re not just receiving edited photos.
You’re receiving carefully selected images that feel natural, flattering, and timeless.
Connection stays.
The rest goes. 🤍
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No stiff poses.
No pressure.
Just pure birthday FUN. 🎉
These sessions are full of movement, giggles, twirls, and cake-covered smiles.
If your child has a birthday coming up, this is your sign to make it extra special ✨
What age is your little one turning this year? 🎂👇
DM to book your playful birthday session in Bakersfield.
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From the glow of maternity…
to the sweetness of newborn days…
to giggles, milestones, cake smash, and growing families 🤍
Photographing your life at every stage is something I never take for granted.
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I’m not just capturing portraits — I’m documenting your story as it unfolds.
Maternity • Newborn • Baby Milestones • Birthday • Family
Which chapter are you in right now? ✨
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Sweet baby R. ❤️❤️❤️
Every baby brings their own rhythm to a session 🤍
This little one needed a slower start. A bit more comfort. A bit more time in cozy arms before settling.
So we listened.
We kept her gently swaddled.
We slowed the pace.
We allowed for extra cuddles and pauses.
Newborn sessions are never about forcing poses. They’re about reading the baby in front of you and adjusting with patience.
Swaddling can be incredibly comforting for babies who need that extra sense of security. And honestly? There’s something so timeless about a peacefully wrapped newborn.
Every session teaches me again that flexibility matters. Babies lead the way — we simply follow.
And somehow, it always turns out exactly as it’s meant to 🤍
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What parents should know about baby milestone photo sessions 💕
Milestone sessions are about more than age — they’re about development, personality, and connection during your baby’s first year.
🍼 Milestones are based on ability, not just age!
Every baby develops differently. Some sit early, some crawl later, some skip stages — milestone sessions are planned around what your baby can comfortably do, not a strict timeline.
📸 The focus is on natural expressions:
Milestone sessions are baby-led. I follow your baby’s cues, allowing time for smiles, curiosity, movement, and breaks when needed.
🎨 Simple setups tell a timeless story!
Clean, minimal setups keep the attention on your baby — their expressions, features, and personality — so your photos don’t feel dated years from now.
🤍 Each stage deserves to be remembered:
Newborn, sitter, crawler, or first birthday — every phase is fleeting and meaningful in its own way. Milestone sessions allow families to preserve more than just one moment in time.
👶 A calm experience matters!
A relaxed environment helps babies feel comfortable, which leads to more genuine expressions and images that truly reflect who they are.
If you’re wondering which milestone is right for your baby, I’m always happy to guide you.
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