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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. 

de·liv·er·y noun – the action of delivering letters, packages, or ordered goods. (and in my case, a baby) I’ve been pondering this word for a few weeks now as my own baby’s delivery draws near. This pregnancy hasn’t had any concerns but it’s felt much harder than Robert’s. Maybe it’s because I’m another year older or […]

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May 12, 2025

Delivery and Deliverance

I adore busy toddlers and this heartfelt fall family session was full of personality. The parents were amazing in how they interacted and played with their son. They tickled and laughed and led in such a way that a child longs to follow. We had such a cozy session together full of snuggles. I met […]

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March 17, 2025

Heartfelt Fall Family Session | Washington, DC Family Photographer

Happy first birthday to our sweet Robert. It’s hard to imagine life without you. You’ve brought us more joy that we could ever have imagined. So, so grateful for the gift of you. Love,Mother “And you belong where you love to be, and after each day is through, you will always belong right next to […]

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December 18, 2024

Robert’s First Birthday

How to Support NICU Parents NICU stays typically happen fast and unexpectedly. It can be so helpful to have a list of ways to support and love families who are facing a short or long hospital stay. I asked hundreds of mothers who have had a baby in the hospital how they were supported and […]

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April 26, 2024

How to Support NICU Parents | Washington, DC Newborn Photographer

Choosing your outfits for a photo session can feel overwhelming and just a bit stressful. I hope these outfit ideas for spring sessions can be helpful to you. I always suggest light color when choosing outfit ideas for spring sessions. Soft tones and textures, and small floral prints are lovely. Here are a list of […]

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February 26, 2024

Outfit Ideas for Spring Sessions | Washington, DC Family Photographer

When it comes to welcoming a baby into your home you are immediately bombarded with items you “need” to purchase. It can feel so overwhelming and what works for my home might not work for yours. Even so, I wanted to share with you a few items that made it easier for us in some […]

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January 15, 2024

My 6 Favorite Items for a Newborn | Washington, DC Newborn Photographer

This summer family session in DC was full of energy and movement. These kiddos kept me busy and we captured so many playful images together. We started the session under the beautiful trees in Lincoln Park. I love the lighting here in the late afternoon. Since the family lived close by it was an easy […]

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October 25, 2023

Summer Family Session in DC | Lincoln Park, DC

I loved everything about this Washington DC Maternity Session. The foggy morning was the perfect backdrop for this intimate maternity session. We met at the Constitution Gardens where we walked around together, watching ducks and capturing them interacting as a family. The little girl learnt how to twirl her skirts like her mama. I have […]

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October 18, 2023

Washington DC Maternity Session | Constitution Gardens

You will love this Chevy Chase newborn session. Not only did this Chevy Chase newborn session have the most beautiful baby girl but they also had the sweetest pup. I love in-home newborn sessions for so many reasons. Each one feels unique because they directly reflect my client’s style and preference. This home was nestled […]

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October 6, 2023

Chevy Chase Newborn Session | In-home newborn session

This DC maternity session felt like such a dream. Everything aligned so well with the time we met and the weather. The cloud cover let us get this classic DC images in front of the reflecting pool. We even got a shot of the Lincoln Memorial although it’s been under construction for awhile now. The […]

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September 29, 2023

DC Maternity Session | Lincoln Memorial

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