In Home Newborn Photographer - Arlington Heights & Chicago Suburbs

Those early days deserve to be remembered gently. My in-home newborn sessions are calm, baby-led, and designed to fit naturally into your family’s rhythm.


Serving Chicago, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, and surrounding suburbs.

15+ years working with children • Calm, baby-led sessions • Parents, siblings, and pets welcome

Now Booking Fall and Winter 2026

Most families book their session during pregnancy.

To see full session details, what’s included, and how everything works, view the full newborn experience here:

Parents + siblings included • In-home and fully guided • Optional keepsake film • Warm, timeless editing

Mom in jeans holding a baby in a minimalist bedroom with wooden furniture in Mount Prospect
A tender moment shows a man in white holding a sleeping newborn baby against his chest during lifestyle newborn session in Mount Prospect.
A photo showing people relaxing and lounging on cushions in a bright, minimalist room at lifestyle newborn session in Mount Prospect
A series of intimate photos showing tender moments between a mom and dad with their newborn baby

A Calm, Baby-Led Experience


No props. No pressure. No rushing.


Just your baby, your home, and your story — documented in a way that feels natural, timeless, and true to your family.

Why families choose in-home newborn sessions


The early newborn days are already enough. You should not have to pack a diaper bag, rush out the door, or worry about whether your baby will “perform.” In-home sessions keep everything slower, softer, and more natural.


  • Your baby sets the pace
  • Feeding, soothing, and breaks are always welcome
  • We use the best light already in your home
  • Parents and siblings are included naturally
  • The result feels elevated, but never staged


Newborn sessions are available throughout Chicago, Arlington Heights, Northbrook, Glenview, and nearby suburbs.


Most families choose in-home sessions so they can stay comfortable while I guide everything gently and naturally.


Worried about siblings? I work gently and follow your family’s rhythm, so no one is expected to sit still or perform.


Is a Newborn Photoshoot worth it?

Sleeping baby in dad/s arms during a newborn lifestyle session in Northbook.

What’s included


Every newborn session includes gentle planning support before your date, a relaxed in-home session, and a hand-edited gallery designed to feel cohesive, timeless, and deeply personal.


  • planning support before the session
  • styling guidance if you want help choosing outfits
  • baby-led pacing during the session
  • a curated online gallery
  • optional keepsake film and artwork upgrades



A sleeping baby wearing a white bow headband rests peacefully against a soft white background.

What happens next

Step 1

You reserve your due date.

Step 2

I reply within 24–48 hours with availability and the best next step.

Step 3

We reserve your date and I send you a simple planning guide.

Step 4

Once baby arrives, we confirm the final timing.

Section 5

A few things you do not need to worry about


Newborn baby wearing delicate white lace dress and floral crown lying on soft white blanket with pink heart pattern.

What to wear for a lifestyle newborn session


Soft, neutral tones photograph beautifully — cream knits, oatmeal, warm taupe, gentle earth tones, dusty rose. Avoid heavy logos and bright neon colors that reflect onto skin.

I’ll send a simple style guide and help you choose outfits that feel like you — elevated, effortless, and comfortable enough to snuggle your baby for an hour.

Newborn photography FAQ



Do I need a perfectly clean house?

No. We only need a few pockets of good natural light.


What if my baby is already here?

Still reach out. Lifestyle newborn sessions can be beautiful beyond the first week.


Can parents and siblings be in the photos?

Yes — that is a big part of what makes the gallery feel complete.


Do you offer film too?

Yes. Keepsake film can be added to newborn sessions for families who want movement and sound alongside still images.

Reserve your due date before baby arrives


If you’re hoping for calm, honest newborn photos at home, send the inquiry now and we’ll make a simple plan from there.

Newborn Sessions Near You


If you're looking for more details about your specific area, you can explore your location below — or view the full Chicago newborn experience for complete session information.


→ Arlington Heights newborn photographer 

→ Northbrook newborn photographer 

→ Barrington newborn photographer 

→ Wilmette newborn photographer 

→ Evanston newborn photographer

→ Chicago Newborn Photographer

If you're expecting or recently welcomed your baby, the next step is simple.

View the full newborn session experience, see how everything works, and reserve your due date below.


Reserve your due date to secure availability

Helpful reads


How To Prepare Your Home for a Newborn Shoot?

Is a Newborn Photoshoot Worth it?

When to Book Your Session ?

Can My Dog Be Included?

What If I Don't Know How to Pose?



Looking for family or beach sessions later in the year? View seasonal sessions here


A tender moment as loving parents hold their infant wearing a white lace outfit and headbow. during a storytelling session in Chicago
A peaceful sleeping newborn baby with wispy dark hair rests against soft white fabric.
Baby being kissed at lifestyle newborn session in Arlington Heights
Family on a sofa at newborn session in Arlington Heights
A family enjoys a playful moment together on a bright bed in a sunlit bedroom with white furniture during a Chicagoland lifestyle session
Woman in black dress holds newborn near two children on step stool and a dog in bright white kitchen.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping with tiny hand raised to cheek, wrapped in soft cream fabric.
Black and white family photo of parents relaxing in a cozy room, one sitting on floor holding child, other reclining in chair.
Black and white photo of a newborn baby lying on back with arms raised, wearing a white onesie.
A newborn baby lying in a wooden crib with a soft mobile hanging above in a cozy nursery.
Black and white photo of new parents lovingly cradling their newborn baby together indoors.
Black and white photo of a sleeping newborn baby resting peacefully on a father's chest.
A couple stands on green grass lifting their baby in the air, surrounded by lush trees in warm golden light.
A young couple smiles lovingly at their newborn baby outdoors, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A couple lovingly leans over a wooden crib to check on their newborn baby in a cozy nursery with plaid wallpaper.
Black and white photo of two people sitting on a blanket in grass, holding a baby between them.
A young couple with a newborn baby stands in a bright home entryway, smiling at each other in casual jeans.
A young mother tenderly holds her newborn baby close in a softly lit, moody indoor setting.
Black and white close-up of intertwined hands and torso, showcasing human form and connection.
Close-up of a woman's bare midriff with a belly button piercing, wearing teal underwear, in soft natural light.
Close-up black and white photo of a newborn baby's tiny feet cradled gently in an adult's hand.
A parent holds a newborn baby while standing by a bay window in a serene, neutral-toned bedroom with elegant curtains.
A parent gently holds a newborn baby's tiny feet alongside a pacifier, wrapped in a cozy knit sweater.
A newborn baby in a brown knit outfit rests peacefully in a mother's arms near a fluffy dark dog.
A young family sits on a rug in a navy blue nursery, playing with their baby and dog near a white crib.
Black and white close-up of an adult hand gently holding a newborn baby's tiny foot.
Black and white photo of a mother tenderly gazing at her newborn baby lying on a bed with a pacifier.
Close up of sleeping baby with hand resting near face on dark fabric.
Close up of tiny baby feet against soft textured background at newborn photoshoot in Wilmette