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C Family | Bakersfield Family Photographer

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Sweet daughter Kelly booked me to photograph her mom with her kids and grandkids. Isn’t that such a great Mother’s Day gift? I loved photographing the C Family. They were really joy to work with. Our session at Hart Park went super smooth in the late afternoon of a weekend day. The kids were running around giggling and tickling. All I have to say is that they were one happy family. And I loved working with them. The photos turned out so well that I ended up delivering double the amount of images than I promised. Here you can see some of my favorites.

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Hi! I'm Ipek! I’m so glad you’re here! Whether you’re embarking on motherhood for the first time or simply wanting updated photos of your growing family – these are moments that you will forever have to cherish and share with the ones you love, and I’m beyond grateful that you would consider me capturing them. Be sure to take a look around and let me know if you have any questions.

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Melodi Photography | Bakersfield Newborn & Family Photographer

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By Ipek Ataman
Bakersfield, California
Baby, Maternity and Family Photographer

Seeing my work displayed in my clients’ homes is the greatest honor. Can you count how many sweet babies are on this wall? 😊💕
#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer
#babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography

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Seeing my work displayed in my clients’ homes is the greatest honor. Can you count how many sweet babies are on this wall? 😊💕 #melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer #babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography

Seeing my work displayed in my clients’ homes is the greatest honor. Can you count how many sweet babies are on this wall? 😊💕
#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer
#babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography ...

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Did you know? I blog almost every session! 🤓

Whether it’s a sweet newborn session, a fun cake smash, or a beautiful maternity shoot, you can find it all on my website (even though they say blogs are dead). 🥹

Just click on ‘Recent Work’ to see the latest sessions and get a feel for what I offer. ☺️

Take a look: www.melodiphoto.com💕

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer
#babyphotography #babyphotoshoot

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Did you know? I blog almost every session! 🤓 Whether it’s a sweet newborn session, a fun cake smash, or a beautiful maternity shoot, you can find it all on my website (even though they say blogs are dead). 🥹 Just click on ‘Recent Work’ to see the latest sessions and get a feel for what I offer. ☺️ Take a look: www.melodiphoto.com💕 #melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer #babyphotography #babyphotoshoot

Did you know? I blog almost every session! 🤓

Whether it’s a sweet newborn session, a fun cake smash, or a beautiful maternity shoot, you can find it all on my website (even though they say blogs are dead). 🥹

Just click on ‘Recent Work’ to see the latest sessions and get a feel for what I offer. ☺️

Take a look: www.melodiphoto.com💕

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer
#babyphotography #babyphotoshoot ...

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Capturing family stories, one milestone at a time 👶🏼👶🏻
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer

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Capturing family stories, one milestone at a time 👶🏼👶🏻 . #melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer

Capturing family stories, one milestone at a time 👶🏼👶🏻
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer ...

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Every beautiful memory starts with a cozy, welcoming space. 🌿✨

My studio is designed to keep your little one safe, comfortable, and oh-so-snuggly while I capture their sweetest moments. 💕

From tiny toes to sleepy smiles, these first days fly by—but the photos last forever. 💫

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer
#babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot

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Every beautiful memory starts with a cozy, welcoming space. 🌿✨ My studio is designed to keep your little one safe, comfortable, and oh-so-snuggly while I capture their sweetest moments. 💕 From tiny toes to sleepy smiles, these first days fly by—but the photos last forever. 💫 #melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer #babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot

Every beautiful memory starts with a cozy, welcoming space. 🌿✨

My studio is designed to keep your little one safe, comfortable, and oh-so-snuggly while I capture their sweetest moments. 💕

From tiny toes to sleepy smiles, these first days fly by—but the photos last forever. 💫

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer
#babyphotography #newbornphotographer #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #newbornphotography #babyphotoshoot ...

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Turning ONE is a big deal… and it comes with cake smash and a bubble bath! 🤩🎉🥳
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer
#babyphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #milestonephotographer #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography

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Turning ONE is a big deal… and it comes with cake smash and a bubble bath! 🤩🎉🥳 . #melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer #babyphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #milestonephotographer #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography

Turning ONE is a big deal… and it comes with cake smash and a bubble bath! 🤩🎉🥳
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #bakersfieldphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldoneyearoldbabyphotographer
#babyphotography #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #milestonephotographer #babyphotoshoot #bakersfieldphotography ...

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This little one came in at 4.5 months, full of smiles and personality💕.

📅 Now booking baby sessions for all ages!

🤗Let’s create memories together. 💕

#BabyPhotography #MilestoneSession #GrowingTooFast #MelodiPhotography
#bakersfieldbabyphotographer

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This little one came in at 4.5 months, full of smiles and personality💕. 📅 Now booking baby sessions for all ages! 🤗Let’s create memories together. 💕 #BabyPhotography #MilestoneSession #GrowingTooFast #MelodiPhotography #bakersfieldbabyphotographer

This little one came in at 4.5 months, full of smiles and personality💕.

📅 Now booking baby sessions for all ages!

🤗Let’s create memories together. 💕

#BabyPhotography #MilestoneSession #GrowingTooFast #MelodiPhotography
#bakersfieldbabyphotographer ...

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I’ve had the joy of photographing this sweet girl for years, and it’s so emotional to watch her grow into such a beautiful young lady 😍❤️
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldfamilyphotographer #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldphotosession #bakersfieldphotography #bakersfieldbusiness #bakersfieldca
#bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #kerncountyphotographer #kidbirthdayphotosession

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I’ve had the joy of photographing this sweet girl for years, and it’s so emotional to watch her grow into such a beautiful young lady 😍❤️ . #melodiphotography #bakersfieldfamilyphotographer #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldphotosession #bakersfieldphotography #bakersfieldbusiness #bakersfieldca #bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #kerncountyphotographer #kidbirthdayphotosession

I’ve had the joy of photographing this sweet girl for years, and it’s so emotional to watch her grow into such a beautiful young lady 😍❤️
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#melodiphotography #bakersfieldfamilyphotographer #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #kerncountyphotographer #centralvalleyphotographer #bakersfieldphotosession #bakersfieldphotography #bakersfieldbusiness #bakersfieldca
#bakersfieldmoms #bakersfieldkids #kerncountyphotographer #kidbirthdayphotosession ...

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Awake Babies in Newborn Sessions – What to Expect and How I Make It Work? 👶🏼

When you picture a newborn photography session, you probably imagine those peaceful, curled-up poses of a sleeping baby. 💤 While that’s often the goal, every baby is different, and sometimes, they decide they’d rather stay awake and take in the world instead. If that happens during your session—don’t worry! It’s completely normal, and we embrace it. 🥰

Why Do Babies Stay Awake?

Newborns sleep a lot, but they also have their own little personalities and unpredictable sleep patterns. Some babies are naturally more alert, while others might be going through a growth spurt or adjusting to new surroundings. Sometimes, they just want to see what’s going on! 🤓

What Happens if My Baby Won’t Sleep?

A wide-awake baby doesn’t mean we won’t get beautiful photos. In fact, some of the most captivating images come from babies with their eyes wide open! I take a flexible approach, adjusting our posing and wrapping techniques to ensure both comfort and beautiful results. 🤍

Here’s what we do when babies stay awake:
✔ Capture Eye Contact & Expressions – Those bright, curious eyes and tiny expressions are priceless! I take advantage of this time to capture adorable awake shots.
✔ Use Wrapping Techniques – Babies love to feel snug and secure. Wrapping helps calm them and often leads to them drifting off to sleep naturally.
✔ Go with Natural Poses – Instead of forcing sleepy poses, I let the baby’s natural movements guide me, capturing sweet stretches, yawns, and tiny fingers reaching out.
✔ Pause for Feeding & Comforting – If a baby is unsettled, we take breaks to allow for feeding, cuddling, and soothing. A full belly and cozy warmth often help babies fall asleep.

But What About Sleepy Poses?

Most babies will eventually doze off. Even if your baby stays awake longer than expected, you’ll still walk away with a gallery of stunning images that reflect their unique little personality. 💕

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #bakersfieldphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer

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Awake Babies in Newborn Sessions – What to Expect and How I Make It Work? 👶🏼 When you picture a newborn photography session, you probably imagine those peaceful, curled-up poses of a sleeping baby. 💤 While that’s often the goal, every baby is different, and sometimes, they decide they’d rather stay awake and take in the world instead. If that happens during your session—don’t worry! It’s completely normal, and we embrace it. 🥰 Why Do Babies Stay Awake? Newborns sleep a lot, but they also have their own little personalities and unpredictable sleep patterns. Some babies are naturally more alert, while others might be going through a growth spurt or adjusting to new surroundings. Sometimes, they just want to see what’s going on! 🤓 What Happens if My Baby Won’t Sleep? A wide-awake baby doesn’t mean we won’t get beautiful photos. In fact, some of the most captivating images come from babies with their eyes wide open! I take a flexible approach, adjusting our posing and wrapping techniques to ensure both comfort and beautiful results. 🤍 Here’s what we do when babies stay awake: ✔ Capture Eye Contact & Expressions – Those bright, curious eyes and tiny expressions are priceless! I take advantage of this time to capture adorable awake shots. ✔ Use Wrapping Techniques – Babies love to feel snug and secure. Wrapping helps calm them and often leads to them drifting off to sleep naturally. ✔ Go with Natural Poses – Instead of forcing sleepy poses, I let the baby’s natural movements guide me, capturing sweet stretches, yawns, and tiny fingers reaching out. ✔ Pause for Feeding & Comforting – If a baby is unsettled, we take breaks to allow for feeding, cuddling, and soothing. A full belly and cozy warmth often help babies fall asleep. But What About Sleepy Poses? Most babies will eventually doze off. Even if your baby stays awake longer than expected, you’ll still walk away with a gallery of stunning images that reflect their unique little personality. 💕 #melodiphotography #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #bakersfieldphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer

Awake Babies in Newborn Sessions – What to Expect and How I Make It Work? 👶🏼

When you picture a newborn photography session, you probably imagine those peaceful, curled-up poses of a sleeping baby. 💤 While that’s often the goal, every baby is different, and sometimes, they decide they’d rather stay awake and take in the world instead. If that happens during your session—don’t worry! It’s completely normal, and we embrace it. 🥰

Why Do Babies Stay Awake?

Newborns sleep a lot, but they also have their own little personalities and unpredictable sleep patterns. Some babies are naturally more alert, while others might be going through a growth spurt or adjusting to new surroundings. Sometimes, they just want to see what’s going on! 🤓

What Happens if My Baby Won’t Sleep?

A wide-awake baby doesn’t mean we won’t get beautiful photos. In fact, some of the most captivating images come from babies with their eyes wide open! I take a flexible approach, adjusting our posing and wrapping techniques to ensure both comfort and beautiful results. 🤍

Here’s what we do when babies stay awake:
✔ Capture Eye Contact & Expressions – Those bright, curious eyes and tiny expressions are priceless! I take advantage of this time to capture adorable awake shots.
✔ Use Wrapping Techniques – Babies love to feel snug and secure. Wrapping helps calm them and often leads to them drifting off to sleep naturally.
✔ Go with Natural Poses – Instead of forcing sleepy poses, I let the baby’s natural movements guide me, capturing sweet stretches, yawns, and tiny fingers reaching out.
✔ Pause for Feeding & Comforting – If a baby is unsettled, we take breaks to allow for feeding, cuddling, and soothing. A full belly and cozy warmth often help babies fall asleep.

But What About Sleepy Poses?

Most babies will eventually doze off. Even if your baby stays awake longer than expected, you’ll still walk away with a gallery of stunning images that reflect their unique little personality. 💕

#melodiphotography #bakersfieldnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #bakersfieldphotographer #bakersfieldbabyphotographer ...

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