Newborn Photographer in Iowa
Looking for a newborn photographer near you who captures real, emotional moments? I specialize in lifestyle newborn photography and Fresh 48 sessions in Southwest Iowa, Council Bluffs, and Omaha, NE.
Those first days with your baby are a blur of love, exhaustion, and awe. The tiny fingers, the way they curl into you, the quiet moments you never want to forget, I’m here to document it all in a way that feels natural, honest, and completely yours.
NEWBORN Sessions
Congratulations! You’re expecting!! Or maybe your bundle of joy is here already! This newborn phase is so special and goes by so quickly! It’s incredible how fast they change. Let me help you capture your baby’s tiny details, features, and personality in timeless images you will cherish forever!
FRESH 48 Photography
I love Fresh 48 sessions!
I never want to forget how I couldn’t sleep the night my first son was born because I couldn’t stop staring at him! I was over the moon in love and so proud of what I had done!
I want to capture those feelings and tiny details while you are still in the hospital! These little ones change so much in those first few weeks.
These sessions are limited monthly due to the need for scheduling flexibility. Don’t wait to schedule if this is the route you want to go!
LIFESTYLE Newborn Session
This in home session allows us to get details of baby, the nursery, and you interacting at home! From diaper changes to feedings and naps, we will embrace flexibility to ensure we capture the emotion of bringing your baby home! These lifestyle sessions are all about capturing the real, unposed moments of family life with a newborn. I focus anywhere from the quiet, intimate interactions to the beautiful chaos big siblings may bring! My goal is to tell your unique story through natural, journalistic images that reflect the true emotions and beauty of this special time. It's about documenting your journey, authentically and without interruption. It’s a celebration of the raw, unposed, everyday moments that tell the full story of what it’s like to welcome a newborn into the family, creating a rich, emotional visual diary of the beginning of this new chapter in life.
Newborn Photography INVESTMENT
I believe your baby’s first days deserve to be documented in a way that feels effortless and meaningful. Each session includes everything you need for a relaxed, guided experience and a gallery full of images you’ll treasure forever.
Includes
Baby-led, relaxed session flow
High-resolution digital images
Online gallery for easy download + sharing
Full printing rights
Style & session guide with outfit planning
At least 60 edited images
Starting at $450
MATERNITY Photography
Maternity sessions are such a special way to honor this fleeting season of life. Pregnancy is a time filled with anticipation, joy, and transformation, and documenting it allows you to pause and celebrate the incredible journey you are on. These images capture not only the excitement of awaiting your little one’s arrival, but also the strength and beauty of your body as it grows new life. Whether it’s quiet, intimate moments or playful connections with your family, maternity photography preserves this chapter so you can look back and remember the love and anticipation that surrounded your baby before they were even here
Maternity photography INVESTMENT
Includes
Full Photographer Access
At least 40 digital images
Online gallery
Online print store
Family Style guide
Starting at $450
Frequently Asked Questions
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Newborn photos hold such a special place in my heart. The way babies grow and change so quickly is truly remarkable, making it essential to capture every precious detail. I bring extra patience and flexibility to each session, allowing time for feedings, snuggles, and ensuring that older siblings are taken care of as well. My goal is to create a relaxed atmosphere where you feel comfortable, while beautifully documenting this unforgettable chapter in your life.
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The best time to book your newborn photography session is during your first or second trimester. This ensures availability while still allowing flexibility for baby’s arrival.
Fresh 48 sessions happen within the first 48 hours after birth, while lifestyle newborn sessions typically take place within the first 1–3 weeks.
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Babies come in their own time! I completely understand as my own 2 had their own schedules. If you schedule a Fresh 48 and baby arrives in a time I am unavailable, I will substitute an in-home newborn session at no additional cost.
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I guide you every step of the way with a style and session guide so you never feel unsure.
For newborn sessions, I recommend:
soft, neutral tones
comfortable pieces you can move and snuggle in
knotted sleepers, onesies, personalized sweaters for baby
The goal is to keep the focus on your connection, not distractions.
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Your session is completely baby-led.
There is no pressure for your baby to sleep, no expectation for perfection, and no rush. We will follow your baby’s needs, pausing for feedings, diaper changes, and snuggles as needed.
My approach is calm, flexible, and focused on capturing connection over perfection.
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I completely respect your privacy and allow each client to decide whether or not they want their photos displayed publicly. I’d love to show off you & your images, if you’re game! If not, that's okay, too.
What customers are saying:
Claire, OH MY GOODNESS! Only the happiest tears this morning going through these! We cannot thank you enough!!
Serving Omaha, Nebraska & Southwest Iowa Families
I’m a newborn photographer serving families in:
Omaha, NE
Council Bluffs, IA
Harlan, IA
Atlantic, IA
…and surrounding Midwest areas.
Get in touch.
Whether you are due in 2 months, or just found out you are expecting, don’t wait to book these sessions!
