One of the greatest compliments I can receive is when a family invites me back after welcoming another baby. When I photographed their daughter three and a half years ago, I never imagined I’d be back in the same home documenting her as a proud big sister!

It feels like just yesterday she was a tiny baby curled up in her parents’ arms. This time, I had the honor of returning to their home to meet their newest little one and capture this exciting new chapter.

One of the things I love most about in-home newborn photography is how relaxed and meaningful it feels. Everything takes place in the comfort of your own home, where your family can settle in naturally without the stress of packing up and leaving with a brand-new baby. The nursery, favorite chair for cuddles, and all of the little details you’ve carefully prepared become part of your family’s story.

For growing families, an in-home session is also perfect for toddlers. Big sisters and brothers can take breaks, play with their own toys, and come back whenever they’re ready for more photos. It creates a calm environment where genuine smiles and sweet sibling moments happen naturally.

I photograph families throughout Moraga, Lafayette, Orinda, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Berkeley, and the surrounding East Bay communities, so every session feels a little different. Whether we’re documenting a newborn in a cozy nursery or cuddling together in the living room, I love using the beautiful natural light in each home to create timeless images that reflect your family’s unique story.

One of my favorite moments from this session was watching their daughter proudly love on her new baby brother. Seeing families grow from three to four is always incredibly rewarding, especially when I’ve had the privilege of documenting both babies’ first days.

At the bottom of this post, I’ve included a few favorite images from their first newborn session with their daughter three and a half years ago. Looking back at those photographs alongside today’s images is such a beautiful reminder of how quickly these years pass. Babies become toddlers, toddlers become proud big siblings, and before you know it, another tiny newborn has joined the family. Being trusted to preserve these milestones is truly one of the greatest joys of my job.

If you’re expecting a baby and are looking for a newborn photographer in Moraga, Lafayette, Orinda, Walnut Creek, or elsewhere in the East Bay, I’d love to help you preserve these first days in a relaxed, natural way. Whether you choose an in-home lifestyle session or a posed studio newborn session, my goal is to create timeless images that you’ll treasure for years to come.

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If you’re preparing to welcome a baby, the American Academy of Pediatrics’ newborn resources are a great place to learn what to expect during those first few weeks at home.