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Hi friend! My name is Jessica, I am a newborn and family photographer based in Washington Dc. I find it an absolute honor to photograph you with your little ones. I adore baby toes and that unforgettable newborn smell. 

One question I get asked frequently as a DC maternity photographer is when to schedule your maternity session. You can truly take your maternity photos any time but there is an ideal window that I recommend. Between 27-34 weeks is the best time to schedule your maternity session. Here are several reasons why I recommend […]

Maternity

February 17, 2025

The Best Time to Schedule Your Maternity Session

These Washington DC Family Photos were so full of personality and joy! Many clients express concerns when booking a session with multiple toddlers. Most kiddos from 2-5 years aren’t huge fans of sitting and posing for a long period of time. I look for locations that children can run and get some wiggles out during […]

Families

February 12, 2025

Washington DC Family Photos | Jessica Burdge Photography

As I enter my second pregnancy, I’ve thought so much about postpartum care for mothers. I have photographed newborns for over ten years. This also means I am around a lot of postpartum mothers. I listened to this book – The First Forty Days – on audible a few years ago as I was trying […]

Uncategorized

February 10, 2025

Postpartum Care for Mothers

This Washington DC newborn session felt so full of warmth and really sweet memories. I have photographed this family multiple times. It always feels so sweet watching a toddler take on the sweet role of big sibling. This big brother was so gentle and kind with his new brother. Little boys are just so incredibly […]

Uncategorized

February 3, 2025

Washington DC Newborn Session

A garden family session will always be a favorite of mine. DC offers so many wonderful gardens but the Bishop’s Garden at the National Cathedral is just lovely. It offers a wide open lawn that children can run and play on. This creates organic moments and natural laughs in a child. There is lush greenery […]

Families

January 29, 2025

A Garden Family Session – Bishop’s Garden, National Cathedral

A winter maternity session can feel daunting with the cold weather. I promise though, it’s always worth it! I met my clients at the stunning Glenview Mansion in Maryland on the coldest day of the year. The mansion has beautiful grounds even in the winter. From the sprawling gardens to the elegant porch with tall […]

Maternity

January 27, 2025

A Winter Maternity Session | Glenview Mansion, Maryland

Washington DC offers the most romantic and lovely locations for spring photo sessions. Maternity sessions are my favorite to photograph in the spring but I also enjoy family and outdoor newborn sessions. There are a few things to keep in mind when planning for your spring session. Here is a list of my favorite locations […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

January 22, 2025

Planning For Your Spring Session

This cozy winter newborn session felt incredibly special in so many ways. Little Theodore (Teddy) was longed and prayed for. I personally know how years of infertility feels. When I get to celebrate alongside another couple, it’s such an incredible honor. It felt like we were friends from the start. We talked about hospital care, […]

Newborn

January 20, 2025

Cozy Winter Newborn Session

I’m officially 21 weeks today. It’s so rewarding seeing the time count down. I’m not sure if it’s because it’s my second pregnancy or that I am distracted with a toddler but time feels like it’s flying by.  We’ve decided to not find out our baby’s gender this time. There aren’t many true surprises in […]

Baby Burdge, Maternity

January 16, 2025

21 Week Pregnancy Update

This motherhood session with daughters felt so, so special. The mother is a dear friend of mine and we had such an enjoyable time tougher with her two girls. She had a vision of this session that focused on their bond and just being cozy and connected in their home. They snuggled on the couch […]

Families, Stories of Motherhood

January 13, 2025

Motherhood Session with Daughters

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