
Newborn sessions are done best in the first 2-3 weeks after birth to ensure those squishy and sleepy poses. As soon as you book, a welcome guide is sent to you which includes lots of helpful tips and information for a successful newborn session.
In the meantime we will discuss the available props, your vision, favorite colors, style of your baby’s nursery room, etc.
Newborn session packages start at $700.
You can book a "Bump to Baby" maternity and newborn sessions package and save $.
Please visit the maternity session page for more info.
$200 non-refundable retainer fee is required to secure a date (If your baby arrives earlier or later than expected, we can always reschedule). The rest of the fee is due on session day.
Print ordering is optional and prints start at $50.

Family and friends can purchase gift certificates to give to the expecting parents which will be applied toward their photo session balance and/or product purchase. The gift of Melodi Photography portraits is one that expecting parents will be able to cherish long after their bundle of joy has outgrown another cute outfit!
Gift givers who purchase registry credits will be mailed a beautiful gift card to give at the shower or even after baby is born.
Process and result ✨
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When a family comes back to you for baby #3, it hits a little differently. 🤍
I photographed their middle girl as a newborn, and now I get to hold the camera again as they welcome their newest little one.
This is the part of photography I don’t think I’ll ever take for granted. It’s not just about creating beautiful images—it’s about being trusted with someone’s memories over and over again. I get to meet their babies, watch their family grow, and document these little chapters along the way.
And honestly, when clients return, it feels less like a “client session” and more like catching up with old friends while meeting the newest member of the family. 🥹
Thank you for trusting me with your babies and your memories, again and again. 🤍
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I’m a business owner. Of course I’ll promote my business every day. 😂
If I don’t tell you what I do… who will? 🤷🏻♀️📸
Consider this your friendly reminder that I’m here, I love what I do, and yes—I’d love to photograph your family. 🤍
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Packing for your newborn session? Here’s everything you actually need to bring 🤍
(Spoiler: it’s less than you think — I’ve got wraps, props, and backdrops covered, so you can just focus on your baby.)
Swipe through for a simple checklist, and save this for when your due date gets closer! 📌
Got questions about your upcoming session? Drop them below or send me a DM — happy to walk you through anything. 👇
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Just a cute little boy who LOVES speed, cars and everything racing 🏎️
Happy second birthday M. 🏎️🏎️
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Perfect for updated family photos, Christmas cards, or simply capturing this season of your family exactly as it is. 🥹
📍 Hart Park
📅 November 28 & 29 + December 5
⏰ 15-minute session
🎁 5 digital images included
💰 $250
Limited spots available, so don’t wait until December to think, “We should probably get some Christmas pictures.” 😂
🎄 Book your spot through the link in my bio!
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A set schedule? Not quite. 😂
For me, weekends (and weekdays) are usually work days—shooting, editing, answering messages, planning, and somehow trying to remember what day it is. 📸☕️
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families • maternity • newborn