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From delicate fingers to tiny toes, every newborn detail is captured as a cherished memory forever.

Planning Your Newborn Photoshoot

  • [ Step One ] Book Your Photoshoot

    Reserve your session day & time. Be sure to pre-book your session 7-14 days after your due date. This will ensure that your newborn is photographed in the ideal window of time and that we have the ability to reschedule if your baby comes early or late.

    The session fee is due to secure your photoshoot. This fee covers your photoshoot time and the costs associated with planning, styling, shooting, and viewing your session.

    Once you have secured your session, we will email you a questionnaire to start the photoshoot planning process.

  • { Step Two } Experience The Photoshoot Magic

    Newborn photography sessions are up to three hours and include several poses and backdrops. You're welcome to bring along anything you'd like your baby to be photographed with. However, you don't need to. We provide a variety of newborn wraps, headbands, hats, and props. 

    Additionally, your immediate family is welcome to be in the photoshoot because this is a special time for the entire family.

  • { Step Three } View Order & Enjoy Your Photos

    Once your session is completed, we will schedule a view and order appointment. Your portrait package is sold separately.

    We offer full-resolution digital files, heirloom-quality printed art pieces, and packages that combine both digital and printed art.

    We are a full-service studio, which means your portraits can be printed and framed, wrapped in canvas, or arranged in a beautiful heirloom album.

CHOOSE YOUR SESSION

  • Newborn Photoshoot with Family Session Fee | $225

    Up to three-hour newborn session

    Immediate family is welcome

    Use of all props, wraps, headbands, and hats

    Use of client wardrobe

    Digital files and portraits are sold separately.

    *Add hair & makeup for $150

  • Newborn Mini Session Fee & Files | $700

    For families that want a quick and simple newborn collection

    Up to one-hour mini newborn session

    Newborn only

    One wrap, one color, three setups

    Six digital files

  • Maternity & Newborn Sessions Session Fee | $300

    One-hour Maternity session, choose studio or outdoor

    Up to three-hour newborn session

    Immediate family is welcome

    Use of all props, wraps, headbands, and hats

    Use of client wardrobe

    Digital files and portraits are sold separately.

    *Add 30- minute maternity studio for $50

    *Add hair & makeup for $150

  • The First Year Plan Session Fee | $350

    Includes four studio portrait sessions.:

    Newborn Photoshoot

    4 Month Photoshoot

    7 Month Photoshoot

    12 Month Photoshoot

    Immediate family welcome to all sessions

    Use of all props, wraps, headbands, and hats

    Digital files and portraits are sold separately.

Welcome Little One!


I am so thrilled that you’ve decided to capture this amazing time for your new addition to the family. With nearly 20 years of newborn photography experience, I can tell you firsthand how happy and thankful my clients are when they see their memories as family heirlooms on their walls. Year after year, their homes are filled with love and magical memories because they know how important capturing each milestone and moment is. As your family grows, your children will see how much they are loved, with beautiful, tangible memories and photographic art to treasure. Thank you for this opportunity to be your newborn photographer and share my gift with you. I can’t wait to collaborate with you.

Amy Dawnelle M. Photog

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When should I book a newborn session?

Newborn photos are best pre-scheduled. Choose a date 7-14 days after your due date. This ensures your session is within the best window of time and can be rescheduled if baby is early or late.

What do I need to prepare for my newborn photos?

Newborn photography sessions are up to three hours and include several poses and backdrops. You're welcome to bring along anything you'd like your baby to be photographed with. However, you don't need to. We provide a variety of newborn wraps, headbands, hats, and props. 

Are family photos included in a newborn photoshoot?

Yes, immediate family is included in your newborn session. We will photograph mom and baby, dad and baby, siblings, and family photos.

How much do newborn photos cost?

Quality professional photography is considered an investment in your family's art. Prices range depending on your photographic needs. Most clients invest between $675 and $2000 for their portrait collection. We offer full-resolution digital files, heirloom-quality printed art pieces, and packages that combine digital and printed art.

We are a full-service studio,professional photography which means your portraits can be printed and framed, wrapped in canvas, or arranged in a beautiful heirloom album.

Why Choose a Professional Newborn Photographer?

Choosing the right newborn photographer is essential in capturing the earliest and most precious moments of your baby’s life. As a dedicated newborn photographer with nearly 20 years of experience, I understand the delicate nature of working with newborns and the importance of creating images that beautifully reflect these fleeting early days. A professional newborn photographer knows how to capture the tender moments of connection, love, and innocence that make your newborn’s first days so special. Whether in my Murrieta studio or at your home in Temecula, I aim to be the newborn photographer who preserves these cherished memories in a way that is both timeless and meaningful.

Custom Newborn Photography Experiences

Every newborn is unique, and your newborn photography session should reflect that individuality. As your chosen newborn photographer, I work closely with you to ensure that your vision comes to life in each photograph. Whether you prefer posed newborn portraits or more candid, lifestyle images, I offer a range of newborn photography options to suit your needs. From the delicate details of your baby's tiny features to the intimate moments shared between parent and child, I am the newborn photographer who can create beautiful, timeless images that you will treasure forever.

The Importance of a Newborn Photographer

Investing in a newborn photographer is more than just taking pictures—it's about preserving the first memories of your child's life in a way that will be cherished for generations. A skilled newborn photographer not only captures the beauty of your newborn but also the emotions and connections that define this special time. With my expertise as a newborn photographer, I am committed to providing you with a photography experience that is gentle, relaxed, and tailored to your family’s unique style and needs.