for moms who want to remember what this actuallly felt like.
Indianapolis Newborn photography
Those first few weeks with a newborn are a blur—you’re tired, soaking it all in, and just trying to figure out your new rhythm. That’s where I come in.
I come to your home and guide you through a calm, easy session so you don’t have to think about a thing. I’ll gently direct when needed, but mostly I’m capturing what’s already there—your baby in your arms, the way you naturally love on them.
You don’t need to stress about outfits or having everything “perfect.” Just be there with your baby—I’ll take care of the rest.
From sleepy yawns to tiny toes, I’ll help you preserve the precious parts of the newborn days.
Documenting your baby's first precious days with gentle in-home sessions.
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Baby Tia
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Celebrating the beauty of your family in this new season.
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newborns
- Jill & Chris
"Our 2-week-old baby was a bit fussy during the session, but Kaitlin immediately stepped in and helped soothe him, getting him back to sleep so we could continue. Even before meeting her in person, she was so helpful in guiding us through choosing outfits and planning our session. As first-time parents, we feel so lucky to have found Kaitlin and are excited to have her photograph our family for years to come!"
"we feel so lucky to have found Kaitlin"
- victoria
"Her patience with our toddler, flexibility with our session date, and beautiful photos are just a few of the reasons booking her is worth every penny. Cannot recommend her enough!"
"We had such an incredible experience working with Kaitlin!"
- Jordan Dooley
"I was in tears seeing our photos for the first time. They were so much better than I imagined- a dream!"
Start by filling out the contact form on my website with your desired date (or due date) and any other details that help me get to know your family. Within 48 hours, I’ll be in touch with availability, investment, and everything you need to know to move forward.
Reach out
I’ll send over a booking link to sign your contract and pay your deposit. Once that’s complete, your date is officially secured on my calendar. If booking a newborn session, we will schedule your actual newborn session date as soon as baby is born.
Save your spot
You’ll fill out a quick questionnaire so I can get a feel for your family and vision. From there, I’ll help you choose the perfect location (or review your home for newborn sessions) and curate outfit options for everyone—so you don’t have to overthink a thing.
Plan your session
I’ll guide you through the entire session while keeping things relaxed and natural. No pressure, no perfect behavior required- just show up, love on your people, and I’ll take care of the rest.
Session Day
The Process
Absolutely! I will take time to wrap your baby for solo portraits on my white backdrop, as well as several with the rest of the family. Yes, you’re dog too! Older siblings are more than welcome. If you’re nervous about your toddler participating in our session- don’t. I have lots of tricks up my sleeve to encourage participation to get all of the cute shots you’ve dreamed of.
Does newborn photography include photos of both baby and family members?
During our planning call, we will discuss color palette and I will offer wardrobe assistance to make choosing outfits simple. You'll get personalized suggestions within a few weeks (plus links to shop if needed!) based on the colors in the nursery and your home’s color scheme, if it’s an in-home session. You’ll also have access to my client closet, so if you choose any of these, they will be steamed and ready on the day of the session.
What should we wear?
I recommend reaching out as you begin your second trimester. This ensures your due date is reserved on my calendar before spots fill up. If you also booked a maternity session, we’ll schedule this session for when you're around 28–32 weeks pregnant.
When should we book our newborn session?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your full gallery will be ready in 2-3 weeks!
When will we get our photos back?
No worries! We won’t schedule the date of the newborn session until after baby is born. Within a couple of days, you’ll simply let me know and we’ll find a date on the calendar within the next 2 weeks. I find 2 weeks after birth is ideal, for both you to settle in at home and for baby to still be extra sleepy for photos. Please note, I only photograph on set weekday mornings when I have childcare.
I’m not sure when I should schedule newborn photography since I’m not sure when I will have the baby?
That’s ok! The studio is a great neutral option and is included in your session fee. The studio I currently use is located downtown Indianapolis, and has convenient and free on-site parking for easy loading/ unloading. In addition to the furniture at the studio, I have a wicker bassinet and Moses baskets as well.
What if I don’t have a nursery, or I don’t want photos in our home?
The deposit for any full session is $450. The remaining balance can be paid at any increment, as long as the session is paid in full by the session date.
