Category Archives: Baby Milestones

A Dreamy Sitter Session in a Flower Crown

12.09.2025

Why 6–8 Months Is the Perfect Age for Baby Photos

There is something undeniably magical about photographing babies between 6 and 8 months old. This sweet “sitter” stage is one of the most adorable milestones—babies are full of personality, learning to sit on their own, and bursting with curiosity about the world around them. They haven’t yet learned to crawl away at lightning speed, which means we can capture precious expressions without chasing them across the studio. It truly is the perfect window for gorgeous baby portraits.

I’m so excited to finally get around to sharing some favorites from the most adorable baby girl’s photoshoot. Her mom brought her in an adorable vintage romper and handmade some amazing flower crowns for the session.

Ready to schedule your own sitter session? Check out my booking calendar!

Handsome baby boy’s smash cake session

12.06.2025

There’s nothing sweeter than celebrating a baby’s first birthday with a fun smash cake session! This handsome baby boy’s photoshoot was the perfect way to mark his big milestone. The setup was clean, classic, and focused entirely on the birthday boy. Soft neutrals and simple props created the perfect backdrop to highlight his adorable personality and oh-so-cute smile.

Book Your Baby’s Cake Smash Photoshoot in Menifee, California

If your little one is approaching their first birthday, now is the perfect time to schedule. Whether you prefer a themed setup, something simple and timeless, or a custom look to match your baby’s personality, I’d love to capture some beautiful photos of your sweet baby.

Vintage Airplane 1st Birthday Photoshoot

11.16.2025

Flying into one year with style! This handsome little guy is celebrating his first birthday today, and I loved capturing his vintage airplane 1st birthday photoshoot. His momma brought the cutest airplane rocker and aviation props.

The birthday boy was beyond adorable as he explored his cake. Cake smash sessions like this one are a fantastic way to celebrate your baby’s milestone while creating fun, playful, and timeless portraits you’ll treasure forever.

A cake smash photoshoot is more than just messy fun — it’s an opportunity to capture your baby’s expressions and curiosity. Adding a themed setup, like this vintage airplane, makes the session even more memorable and gives your photos a unique, personalized touch.

If your baby is turning one, a cake smash session is a fun and memorable way to celebrate and create keepsakes for your family to always treasure.

Book your baby’s first birthday cake smash session!
Contact me to create a personalized photoshoot that celebrates your little one’s milestone in a big way!

In-Studio Family Christmas Photos

11.14.2025

The holiday season is here — the perfect time of the year to capture in-studio family Christmas photos! While I specialize in newborn, baby, and child portraits, I love helping families celebrate the season with some timeless holiday images. I loved getting to work with this cute family again after documenting their adorable little guy’s 1st birthday photos earlier this year.

My in-studio Christmas photo sessions are designed to take the stress out of holiday photos. No worrying about the weather, wind, parking, or crowded outdoor locations. Whether you’re looking for baby’s first Christmas photos, sibling portraits in matching pajamas, or a full family Christmas photoshoot, these photos make perfect keepsakes for your family and beautiful images to share on your holiday cards.

🎄 Book your holiday session today!
Check out my booking calendar to reserve your family’s session! \

Baby Girl’s Photoshoot | Menifee Newborn Photographer

11.13.2025

There’s nothing more precious than capturing the tiny details of a brand new baby — especially this sweet baby girl! As a Menifee newborn photographer, I specialize in creating timeless portraits that celebrate the sweetness of your baby’s earliest days.

Newborn photography is truly magical because it captures a phase that pass by so quickly. That’s why scheduling your newborn session within the first few weeks after birth is ideal — it allows me to capture your baby at their sleepiest and tiniest stage.

My cozy home studio in Menifee is fully equipped with beautiful props, wraps, and more so you can simply relax and enjoy watching your little one’s first professional photoshoot.

If you’re expecting a little one soon, now is the perfect time to book your newborn photoshoot to capture these once-in-a-lifetime moments with sweet portraits you’ll cherish forever. Contact me to reserve your spot!

Sweet One! Baby Girl’s 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session

11.12.2025

There’s nothing sweeter than celebrating a baby’s first birthday with a fun and messy cake smash photoshoot! I love capturing these precious sessions that mark such an exciting milestone.

This beautiful baby girl’s first birthday cake smash session was full of the cutest smiles! Her adorable setup perfectly matched her sweet personality — making for the most precious photos!

Cake smash sessions are such a fun way to celebrate your baby’s first year. They not only create timeless keepsakes for your family to treasure, but they also capture your little one’s curiosity and unique personality. Whether your baby loves smashing, tasting, or just playing with the cake, every reaction is worth remembering!

If your little one is approaching their first birthday, now is the perfect time to plan their cake smash photoshoot. Let’s make your baby’s “sweet one” milestone unforgettable — with memories you’ll cherish forever.

📸 Ready to book your baby’s first birthday photoshoot?
Contact me to schedule your session today! I’m located in Menifee and serve clients throughout the surrounding Southern California areas, including Murrieta, Temecula, and Winchester.

3 month old Preemie | California Newborn Photographer

10.25.2025

This post is ironically long overdue as this handsome little guy was born early! He came in for his newborn photoshoot at 3 months old, but as a preemie he was still very much in the newborn phase. I loved the vision his momma had for his photoshoot and I’m so excited to finally showcase his newborn photos!

A Gentle, Baby-Led Approach

As a newborn photographer, I’ve had the privilege of meeting so many sweet families and their beautiful babies—but there’s something extra special about photographing preemies. These tiny warriors have already shown incredible strength and resilience in their first weeks of life.

When babies arrive earlier than expected, their newborn photoshoot usually happens a bit later than planned and that’s perfectly okay! For this sweet little guy’s preemie newborn photoshoot, I kept the session simple and timeless.

When to Schedule a Preemie Newborn Photoshoot

If your baby arrived early, you can still absolutely plan a newborn photography session whenever you and your baby are ready — as soon as your baby is home and thriving.

Book Your Preemie’s Newborn Session

Whether your baby arrived early or right on time, I’d love to help you preserve these fleeting newborn moments. My home studio is located in Menifee where I serve families throughout the Temecula Valley and the Inland Empire and surrounding areas.

Strawberry blonde 6 month old beauty | SoCal Baby Photoshoot

09.23.2025

Time flies, and it’s incredible to see how much babies change in just a few months! This beautiful baby girl recently came in for her 6 month milestone photoshoot. When I first met her for her newborn photos, she had gorgeous dark red locks, and now those rich tones have softened into a beautiful strawberry blonde. One thing is for sure — she always has the most stunning hair, and she is absolutely adorable!

At six months, babies are at such a fun stage—sitting up, exploring their world, and showing off their personalities. This little one was a little shy for her 6 month photoshoot, but I did get to see some quick flashes of her darling smile!

If you’re watching your little one change before your eyes, a 6 month milestone session is the perfect way to freeze these precious moments in time. Book a session today and let’s celebrate every stage of your little one’s babyhood!

Newborn & Family Photos + Big Sister’s 2nd Birthday

09.22.2025

As a newborn and family photographer, one of my greatest joys is getting to watch families grow and celebrate their little ones’ special milestones. This beautiful family welcomed a new baby boy this summer, and to make it even sweeter, we also celebrated big sister’s 2nd birthday during the same photoshoot! Capturing newborn and family photos along with birthday photos was such a treat.

I first photographed this family last year for their little girl’s first birthday session, so it was extra special to see her again and capture how much she’s grown. And now she has a new role as a big sister! She is such a little beauty, and her new baby brother is too cute.

If you’re welcoming a newborn or celebrating a milestone like a little one’s birthday, I’d love to capture these memories for your family!

Celebrating One: Baby Girl’s First Birthday Cake Smash Photos

09.20.2025

Capturing a baby’s growth and milestones during their first year is one of my favorite parts of photography. From this gorgeous little one’s newborn session to her 6 month photos and now her first birthday, she is always such a star in front of the camera!

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Whether you’ve just welcomed a new baby or your little one is reaching a big milestone—like a 6-month sitter session, a first birthday cake smash, or even updated family portraits—I’d be honored to help you preserve these precious moments.