No Props. Just Your Family.
I don’t bring props or set up a studio in your home. Families choose me because the photos feel natural, easy, and true to who they are
Parents, Siblings, and Grandparents Included
These photos can include the people who matter most. I keep everything simple so everyone feels comfortable and at ease.
Some of the most meaningful images come from including family.
In-Home Newborn Photography in Atherton
Atherton homes offer beautiful natural light, with large windows, open spaces, and quiet rooms that are ideal for newborn photography. I photograph newborn sessions in the areas of your home with the best light, keeping everything simple and calm.
You don’t need to leave your home or prepare elaborate setups. Your space is enough.
I specialize in natural, in-home newborn photography for Atherton families who want honest photographs without props or artificial backdrops. Everything is photographed using natural light and the comfort of your own home.
The first weeks with a newborn are a time to stay close to home. In-home sessions allow your baby to remain comfortable while everything happens in a familiar space.
There’s no packing the car, no rushing out the door, and no adjusting to an unfamiliar studio. Sessions move at your baby’s pace, allowing time for feeding, changing, and settling as needed.
Atherton homes often provide ideal conditions for natural newborn photography, with large windows and soft daylight throughout the day. I work in the rooms with the best available light and keep the session simple and efficient.
Why In-Home Newborn Sessions Work Well in Atherton
Natural Newborn Photography at Home
My approach is minimal and natural. I don’t bring props or artificial setups. Instead, I focus on your baby and your family as you are.
Most families I work with want photographs that feel calm, timeless, and true to this stage of life. They’re not looking for themed setups or complicated posing — they want natural images that reflect their family and their home.
You don’t need special outfits or a perfectly prepared house. Simple and comfortable is always best.
I travel to your Atherton home
Sessions typically take place within the first two weeks
Natural light only
No props or artificial backdrops
Immediate family included
Guidance throughout the session
Online gallery with all high-resolution images included
Print and album ordering available through the gallery
Travel to Atherton included
What to Expect During Your Atherton Newborn Session
Yes. I photograph newborn sessions in Atherton and throughout the Peninsula. Sessions take place in your home using natural light.
Do you bring props?
No. My style is natural and minimal. I use your home and natural light as the setting.
Do homes in Atherton have enough light?
Most Atherton homes have excellent natural light. I walk through your home at the beginning of the session and choose the best rooms for photographs.
How long does a session take?
Most sessions last about 1.5–2 hours, allowing time for feeding and settling your baby.
When should we book?
I recommend booking during your second trimester to ensure availability around your due date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Peninsula Newborn Photographer
In addition to Atherton, I photograph newborn sessions throughout the Peninsula, including:
Menlo Park
Palo Alto
Redwood City
Los Altos
San Mateo
All sessions take place in your home using natural light and a minimal approach.
