Maternity & Newborn
details and pricing
Hi! I’m Katie - mom to two girls, Amity (age 15) and Verity (age 13) and step-mom to two boys, Knox (age 13) and Ford (age 11). When I’m not chasing my own babies...I love photographing yours!
I’ve been photographing families for 17 years, and the part I love most is creating space for real connection. I’m often told I’m patient and that my work feels pure, simple, and natural, just like the moments I’m capturing. With baby-led posing and natural editing, I focus on your family’s personality and the relationships that make you you. The result is artwork that feels timeless and is meant to be cherished for years to come.
Timing
Newborn sessions take place in my Salem studio, M-F, almost always between 7-14 days of life. At this time, mom is starting to feel better and baby is still young enough to be sleepy and “curled up.” I pencil in the due dates of my clients who are expecting and, once the baby is born, we finalize our plans and set a time. My newborn sessions are often a bit longer than a typical portrait session, lasting about 2 hours. We follow the baby’s lead with lots of time for soothing, nursing, etc., keeping things relaxed.
Sleepy Baby
A successful newborn session requires a content and sleepy baby. There are numerous ways we accomplish this! The studio will be very warm, and we will work to keep the baby’s tummy full. I will also have un-opened soothie pacifiers for your baby. It’s very important to allow me to use a pacifier for the session, as it is extremely helpful in posing your baby—even if your baby doesn’t normally or won’t be using a pacifier outside of the session.
Wardrobe
Not sure what to wear for your maternity session? I have lots of robes and dresses at the studio for your use. Schedule a time to come by the studio before your session to pick out what you'd like to wear or plan to arrive a little early to your maternity session. We'll go through the clothes and find something that looks beautiful on you!
Fresh48
Fresh48 sessions aim to capture the emotions you feel during this impactful moment in your life. The session is are documentary in nature. No props or poses, just you and your brand new baby.
When I arrive, I open up all the blinds and tidy up a few items that may be out of place. Throughout the session I will be guiding you with simple prompts and will do my best to capture all images under an hour, ensuring that the session is as easy and stress free as possible.
Maternity Session
During your maternity session we’ll create portraits that honor the amazing work your body is doing and show your baby how much they were loved from the start. If you are booking a maternity photos, be sure to check out the option below to bundle a Maternity & Newborn session together for a discount.
To reserve your maternity session on my calendar, a $250 Session Fee is paid at booking and applied toward your final collection.
- Your session
- 20 edited digital images
- $200 print credit
essential maternity collection
signature maternity collection
heirloom maternity collection
- Your session
- 50 edited digital images
- $400 print credit
$900 total investment, includes:
$1,400 total investment, includes:
$1,800 total investment, includes:
- Your session
- All edited digital images (80+)
- $800 print credit (enough to cover a custom album)
Those first weeks with your baby are a whirlwind. Your newborn session is your chance to slow down, sit back, and soak it all in. The full newborn session includes parents and siblings.
Newborn sessions are relaxed and baby-led. There is plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and breaks, so the experience feels calm for both parents and baby.
Newborn sessions are best photographed within the first two weeks of life, but my relaxed, natural style allows me to accommodate babies up to 8 weeks old.
Newborn Session
To reserve your baby’s due date on my calendar, a $350 Session Fee is paid at booking and applied toward your final collection.
- Your session
- 20 edited digital images
- $400 print credit
essential newborn collection
signature newborn collection
heirloom newborn collection
- Your session
- 50 edited digital images
- $800 print credit (enough to cover a custom album)
$1,250 total investment, includes:
$1,700 total investment, includes:
$2,200 total investment, includes:
- Your session
- All edited digital images (80+)
- $1,200 print credit (enough to cover a custom album plus additional artwork)
The First Chapter
For families who want to document both the anticipation of pregnancy and the first days with their baby.
Includes:
- Priority reservation for both your maternity and newborn sessions
- Studio sessions in Salem, OR (Mon-Fri mornings)
- Parents and siblings included at both sessions
- Studio wardrobe available for moms and baby
- 10% off your maternity collection
- 10% off your newborn collection
maternity & newborn session fee
Petite newborn sessions are shorter, baby-only sessions designed to capture all those tiny features in a simple, beautiful way. There’s no pressure for parents to be in the photos. Many moms choose this option and then schedule a full baby session at 3 or 6 months when they feel more ready to be in front of the camera.
Petite Newborn Session
To reserve your baby’s due date on my calendar, a $150 Session Fee is paid at booking and applied toward your final collection.
- Your baby's session
- 10 edited digital images
essential Petite NB collection
signature petite nb collection
heirloom petite nb collection
- Your baby's session
- 30 edited digital images
$500 total investment, includes:
$800 total investment, includes:
$1,100 total investment, includes:
- Your baby's session
- All edited digital images (60+)