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Since my son was born (in January), I’m so busy. I’m busy nursing, changing diaper, carrying my son all the time, doing more laundry, and changing diaper again, etc. And recently preparing baby food, cleaning up the house more often (because now he is mobile)!! Sometimes I feel like I don’t have time to spend with my daughter. She is going to preschool so she is not home most of the day, and when she is home I still (and always) have many things in my to-do lists. It’s breaking my heart how it is difficult trying to keep up with everything as a mom of two. Even though I have a very helpful husband, sometimes surviving with two young kids is hard for both of us.

Last weekend I had a few hours to spend some quality time with my daughter. We went to a park. Very simple, right? And we had FUN!! It was such a quiet day at the park. We chased each other, played with sand, and attempted to climb a tree. When she was at the swing, we talked about Jack and the Beanstalk..

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As parents sometimes we forget to leave everything else and be present in the moment. She might not have that much of excitement about people living up in the clouds (!) in a couple of years. Or she is not gonna fit in that baby swing soon. As I look at her pictures, I keep thinking about her getting so big, but being so small at the same time. I always make promises about enjoying ‘the moment’ more often.

Hello Friends

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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Seeing my work displayed in my clients’ homes is the greatest honor. Can you count how many sweet babies are on this wall? 😊💕
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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
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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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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

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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#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. 💕

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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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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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 #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
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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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