In-home newborn photography | Arlington Heights + North Shore

A father tenderly holds his sleeping newborn baby against his shoulder near a bright window.
Black and white photo of parents lovingly gazing at their newborn baby on an ottoman in a bright living room.
Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet dangling in a warm knit outfit, held by a parent in soft indoor lighting.

Reserve Your Newborn Session Before Baby Arrives

In-home newborn photographer serving Arlington Heights, the Chicago North Shore, and surrounding suburbs.



Due dates are limited each month to keep sessions calm and flexible.


Most families book during pregnancy so their due date is held on my calendar and everything stays calm once baby is here.

I come to your home, guide the session gently, and create warm, natural images of your new baby with parents and siblings included — no studio, no stiff posing, no added stress.

Secure your due date in less than a minute.

Every session includes:

— 2-hour in-home session at your pace

— 40 hand-edited images + B&W edits of every photo

— Siblings, partners, and pets always welcome

— Gallery delivered within 2 weeks

Sessions from $750 · Serving Arlington Heights and the Chicago North Shore


Newborn baby in brown knit onesie lying in crib with pacifier nearby, looking up with dark eyes.
Black and white photo of a sleeping newborn baby resting peacefully on a parent's chest.
Black and white photo of a toddler reaching up to open a door in a cozy kitchen interior.
A mother watches her toddler play with balloons in a warm, sunlit living room with hardwood floors.
Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet dangling while being held by a parent in a warm knit sweater.
Family with baby and dog sitting on nursery floor with navy walls and floral curtains, viewed through hallway doorway.
A father tenderly holds his sleeping newborn baby dressed in a cozy knit sweater.
Father holding newborn baby by bay window in neutral-toned bedroom with linen curtains and white furniture.
A newborn baby in a brown knit sweater rests peacefully in a mother's arms with a fluffy dark dog nearby.
Black and white photo of a smiling mother holding a newborn on stairs with a toddler beside her.
A young toddler climbs carpeted stairs indoors, wearing jeans and a white sweater, holding the railing for support.
Black and white photo of a newborn baby in knitted outfit lying on cushioned surface with a pacifier.

You’ll hear from me within 24–48 hours.

What Happens Next?

Step 1 — Reserve your due date

Step 2 — I reach out within 24–48 hours

Step 3 — Once baby arrives, we confirm timing

That’s it — simple and stress-free.

Testimonials

A tender moment between parents and newborn baby on a couch in a sunlit living room.

“I Have nothing but great things to say about Joanna! I have used her multiple times for newborn, first birthday and family pictures! She does amazing work and is very patient with kids. Joanna is very professional and friendly, and very creative.”

A sepia-toned photo collage shows intimate moments of family life with a vintage aesthetic and warm lighting.

“Joanna is the best! Not only does she have a gift for composing and capturing beautiful photos, but she is also incredible with kids. I highly recommend her as a photographer. The photos that she has takes of our family bring me back to those moments in our life and I will treasure them forever”

Peaceful newborn baby sleeping in mother's arms, wearing a soft pink onesie, with delicate tiny fingers visible.

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 your session
  • Styling guidance if you’d like outfit help
  • Baby-led pacing throughout the session
  • Curated online gallery
  • Optional keepsake film and artwork upgrades 


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


A series of four photos showing someone sitting on a bed in a sunlit bedroom with wooden furniture.

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.

Your baby will only be this small once.

Let’s make sure you remember it.