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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. 

These Washington DC Newborn Photos were everything I dream about…cozy, at-home and joyful newborn photos. It’s always the greatest honor being asked to come back into a client’s home to photograph another new baby. I love watching toddler become big siblings. It’s so fun watching how each child adjusts and bond with their new baby. […]

Newborn

April 13, 2026

Washington DC Newborn Photos

This Cozy Winter Newborn Session on Capitol Hill was a wonderful way to start the New Year. It was full of so many favorite things. The new parents were so proud of their sweet baby girl who had the most hair I have ever seen on a baby! They snuggled on their bed and laughed […]

Newborn

March 16, 2026

Cozy Winter Newborn Session on Capitol Hill

As a Washington DC Newborn Photographer it is such a delight meeting my clients in their home. A home offers so much unique touches to a newborn session. This home was full of warmth and laughter as they welcomed their second baby girl into their family. I love when clients invite me back again to […]

Newborn

February 23, 2026

Washington DC Newborn Photographer

Here are my top tips for Spring Session in DC. It can feel daunting to maneuver through the city especially if you are visiting. I am happy to guide you every step of the way from where and when to meet and even the colors and outfits to wear. I hope you find these tips […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

February 18, 2026

Tips for Spring Sessions in DC

Here is a list of location for spring photos in DC. There’s never a more beautiful time to take photos in DC than springtime. The magnolia blossoms are by from my favorite and the first to burst open. Then you have the famous cherry blossoms. The city has hidden pockets of daffodils and tulips as […]

Families, Maternity, Newborn

February 16, 2026

Locations for Spring Photos in DC

These cozy mother and daughter photos are some of favorite. I adore in-home newborn photography. It feels so personal to each client. You can’t replicate another person’s home or personality and it makes it feel one-of-a-kind and individual to each family. This mama wanted cozy mother and daughter photos together. We explored all over their […]

Newborn

February 9, 2026

Cozy Mother and Daughter Photos | Washington DC Newborn Photographer

It’s such a pleasure to create Chevy Chase Newborn Photography for families. I loved documenting this sweet addition along with her two furry siblings. Witnessing the first baby coming home feels sacred. It’s all the first of parenting and learning how to become a family. This sweet girl has a Grandma who loves photography and […]

Newborn

January 12, 2026

Chevy Chase Newborn Photography

Knowing how to photograph twins can be challenging but here are a few simple steps you can take to make it go smoothly. I love brining a basket along to each of my newborn sessions. This is the one I used at this session. I also love the wraps from One Sheep Two Sheep. They […]

Newborn

December 15, 2025

How to Photograph Twins

It is such a joy and honor being a Washington DC Newborn Photographer. Each family I get to meet, each home I get to enter is a delight and privilege. I know this is a tender and somewhat fragile time for every family and to share these moments with you is such a gift. This […]

Newborn

November 17, 2025

Washington DC Newborn Photographer

I remember as a first-time mother feeling completely lost when my baby decided to not breastfeed. My supply also dropped to nothing at 3 weeks postpartum. A friend come over to the house right away and walked me through the essentials. I was so grateful and hope you can find this as a resource if […]

Baby Burdge, Newborn

November 10, 2025

My Bottle Feeding Essentials

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