Baby Milestone Photography Sessions

As parents, we want to capture every moment and milestone of our children’s lives. One of the most special and memorable moments is when our babies reach their milestones. Whether it’s their first smile, first steps, or first birthday, these milestones are worth cherishing. And what better way to capture these moments than through photography?

Baby milestone photography sessions have become increasingly popular over the years, and for good reason. These sessions are a great way to capture your baby’s milestones and create lasting memories that you can look back on for years to come. In this post, we’ll explore what baby milestone photography sessions are, why they’re important, and some tips on how to make the most of your session at our Charlotte, NC studio.

What are baby milestone photography sessions?

Baby milestone photography sessions are photo shoots that are specifically designed to capture your baby’s milestones. These sessions are typically scheduled around key milestones such as around three to four months when he or she can hold her head up and give a few smiles:

Six to seven months when he or she can sit a few beats on his own:

Nine months when he can stand leaning onto something:

And or course one year:

During the session, we will capture a variety of shots of your baby, including close-ups, full-body shots, and action shots. If all sessions are booked with KatieRie Photography, we love keeping the looks of the sessions consistent so your beautiful art work from the whole first year is a cohesive and timeless style that will stand the test of time.

The goal of these sessions is to create a visual record of your baby’s growth and development. By capturing these milestones, you can look back on the photos and remember those special moments that you might otherwise forget.

Conclusion

Baby milestone photography sessions are a great way to capture your baby’s milestones and create lasting memories. By choosing the right photographer, scheduling the session at the right time, and following some simple tips, you can make the most of your session and create photos that you’ll treasure for years to come.

One Year Milestone Session with KatieRie Photography

HOORAY!! Your little one is about to turn ONE (or already did)!! How in the world did this happen?! WHEN did this happen?? It seems like just yesterday, you were wondering if your baby would ever sleep through the night OR you are wondering WHEN your baby will sleep through the night (it will happen soon, I PROMISE). NOW it’s time to celebrate that huge milestone! There are so many big milestones in that first year of life and it only makes sense to capture that cute, sometimes HUGE personality your nugget has developed in a One Year Session.

One Year Session--KatieRie Photography

The Process

I wanted to explain what a One Year Milestone Session entails with KatieRie Photography. It’s really pretty easy and straight forward–you can be super involved in the process, letting me know exactly what you want, or you can let me take the creative reigns. Some parents don’t know where to start and then some moms have been searching Pinterest for months pinning the perfect photos. Depending on if you choose a mini or a full session, you will get gorgeous images that will last forever. I will help educate you on products that are unique and what would look stunning in your home. We will capture all the cuteness that makes up your little babe.

What to Bring

The studio is all inclusive, which means you honestly don’t have to bring a thing except your little one and a small cake, if you choose to do a smash. It’s well equipped with hand-made outfits that were crafted specifically for photography needs. These are classic pieces that will showcase your little one, instead of overpower her or him. Some people still prefer to bring outfits and that’s completely fine as well! I just love to offer the option to use the studio outfits–makes life a little easier!

Cake Smash Photographer || Charlotte, NC

Expectations

I always tell parents that it’s best to keep an open mind when it comes to milestone sessions. Sometimes babies will dive into cake, other times kids will think it’s absolutely revolting and end up crying. Some one year old’s are happy-go-lucky; others have “stranger-danger.” The point of a One Year Session is to capture that milestone, no matter where your daughter or son is in the journey. Some might be taking first steps, others might be ok crawling or standing. Some might need extra snuggles from mommy–that’s OK! Just keep an open mind and I will do the rest.

And guess what, if you don’t want to do a cake smash portion of the session, that’s ok too! Some parents have already thrown a party and KNOW their little gal does NOT like cake. You will still get a great variety of looks to celebrate your son or daughter.

Cake Smash Photographer || Charlotte, NC

Cake Smash Session--Charlotte, NC

Sessions can be indoor, (in the studio) OR outdoor during Golden Hour. Most parents opt for a studio session, since these are held in the morning and babies tend to be happier during this time. But all babies are different and I have also had success during outdoor sessions as well!

Cake Smash Photographer || Charlotte, NC

I tell newborn clients all the time that it’s so amazing to book the milestone sessions with the same photographer (ah-hem, KatieRie, ah-hem), so they can have consistent quality and looks with their sessions. And how FUN is it to compare those photos?! To see the growth and personalities!

Cake Smash Photographer || Charlotte, NC

Is your little baby about to turn ONE?! Think we are a good fit? LET’S CHAT!