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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. 

DC NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER, DMV NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER, NOVA NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER, DC FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER It was such a privilege being this family’s Chevy Chase Newborn Photographer. Their little girl took a bit to settle but after getting a milk top-off and a tight swaddle, she snuggled in nicely. Their master bedroom had ample natural light and I loved how clean […]

Newborn

August 25, 2025

Chevy Chase Newborn Photographer

Being a Washington DC Newborn photographer for many years now, I love an in-home newborn session! There is no place like your own home making these sessions feel comfortable and cozy. Each one is unique to the individual family. With an in-home newborn session, you don’t need to pack up a new baby and worry […]

Newborn

August 11, 2025

In-home Newborn Session | Washington DC Newborn Photographer

Are you considering an in-home DC newborn session? DC newborn sessions are all about capturing those first moments together as a family with your newborn. If you are expecting a baby you are probably thinking about where you want to take your newborn portraits. Outdoor locations and studios are both great options but I love […]

Newborn

July 28, 2025

Why Choose an In-Home DC Newborn Session

You truly never know what all you will need in the postpartum window but here is a list of items that I found helpful with my second birth. Side Cart -Since I had a c-section, I stayed on our recliner for a few days once I got home. It was so helpful to have a […]

Baby Burdge, Maternity, Newborn

June 23, 2025

Helpful Items for Postpartum Mothers

This little family is the sweetest! I loved being their Ashburn VA Newborn Photographer. I took their newborn photos of their first little girl and it’s always such a joy watching babies become big siblings. Little sister was a dream and slept almost the entire session. Being an Ashburn VA Newborn Photographer I bring all […]

Newborn

May 5, 2025

Ashburn VA Newborn Photographer

This Alexandria VA Newborn Session felt so cozy and full of joy. Sweet Isabelle was welcomed by her parents just one week before. She was absolutely perfect and I enjoyed capturing all her tiny details. In-home newborn sessions feel so gentle in the one place that everyone is most comfortable: home. During this Alexandria VA […]

Newborn

April 7, 2025

Alexandria VA Newborn Session

These DC adoption newborn photos felt so sacred to me. These parents longed and prayed for many years for a baby. When you wait for something, it makes it even sweeter to receive it. I loved watching them looking at her…they were in such awe that she was finally here. She was theirs forever. There […]

Newborn

March 19, 2025

DC Adoption Newborn Photos

Take a peak at this simple newborn session at home. I loved the bright natural light of this room. This first time mama was so patient and gentle with there little boy. He took some time to settle but she soothed him and in no time he was swaddled and happy. Children, even newborns follow […]

Newborn

March 5, 2025

Simple Newborn Session at Home | Washington DC Newborn Photographer

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

Alexandria VA Newborn Session This Alexandria VA Newborn Session felt so warm and cozy. One of my favorite aspects of in-home newborn sessions is how comfortable everyone feels. When you are surrounded by home, it allows you to relax and truly be yourself. I see it in the parents and even in the newborns that […]

Newborn

January 8, 2025

Alexandria VA Newborn Session

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