In the blink of an eye, your tiny newborn will outgrow this stage, and these fleeting first moments will be gone forever. The soft curls. The tiny fingers curled around yours. The way they sleep, like they have no idea how much you already love them. In the blink of an eye, your tiny newborn will outgrow this stage... That's what I create for Sacramento families.
You're not just looking for photos. You're looking for artwork. Something you'll hang on your wall, look at years from now, and say that's exactly how it felt. That's what I create for Sacramento families.
Begin with a simple conversation
here's the Thing
Your newborn's first portraits should be as extraordinary as this season of life you're in. That's why every session is carefully planned around your vision, your family's personality, and the story only you can tell.
But here's what I really want you to know: you don't have to have it all figured out. That's my job. From the colors and textures to the poses and products, I handle every detail - so you can be fully present for the moments that matter. Sacramento families drive to my Yuba City studio specifically because of the experience - and they tell me every time that it was exactly what they hoped for.
Newborn safety isn't something I take lightly. I've trained extensively, and I stay current on the latest safety practices, so every pose, every prop, and every moment in my studio is handled with care and intention.
I don't just meet the standard for newborn posing and safety - I teach it. I actively train and mentor other photographers in newborn posing and safety techniques, which means when you bring your baby to my studio, you're working with someone the photography community trusts to pass this knowledge on.
Every session is baby-led and unhurried. We move at your newborn's pace, take breaks when needed, and never rush a pose that doesn't feel right. Your baby's comfort is always the priority - beautiful images follow naturally from that.
"Megan is amazing at what she does!
I ended up messaging Megan last minute for newborn pictures and she was very quick to respond and was able to make time for us. She responded to all of my messages very quickly and answered all of my questions. We got some amazing pictures! The day of the shoot she was very patient and knew just how to handle my baby. Would definitely recommend! Thank you Megan!!"
"Love Megan, and our photos turned out so amazing
"Just finished my son’s newborn session with Megan. He was a little older than what she usually prefers to work with for newborn sessions, but she took him on anyway. She was so patient with him until he fell asleep and we just chatted away until he was ready to cooperate. Love Megan and our photos turned out so amazing, I’m so happy to have them!"
"Megan was absolutely amazing with my newborn son!
She was very patient and worked around my baby’s fussiness. The pictures turned out so nice! She knew exactly how to get the right positioning that worked with my baby and what made him pose the best. She was very nice and made us feel so comfortable. Definitely recommend!"
How does this all work?
Start by reaching out through my contact form. We'll chat about your vision, your due date, and everything you're hoping to create. No pressure - just a real conversation to make sure we're the right fit for each other.
Contact me within 48 hours of your baby's arrival to lock in your session date. Sessions are held Monday–Thursday at 10 AM to ensure the most peaceful environment. The sweet spot is within the first 14 days.
About one week after your session, we'll meet virtually for your gallery reveal. You'll see your images, choose your favorites, and select your heirloom artwork. This is one of the best parts.
Your finished products - albums, framed prints, wall art - are delivered in 4–6 weeks. Your digital images arrive before that so you're not waiting to share. Then the real fun starts: finding the perfect wall for that portrait.
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Sacramento families trust me with their most precious sessions, and I don't take that lightly. I've been doing this for over a decade and I still treat every session like it's the most important one I've ever photographed - because for your family, it is. My studio is stocked with carefully curated props, soft wraps, and backdrops chosen to create images that feel natural, timeless, and completely yours. And when it's over, you won't walk away with just a gallery link. You'll have archival prints, heirloom albums, and wall art built to last generations - the kind of thing your kids will find someday and immediately know it matters.
Newborn sessions are best scheduled within the first 7–14 days of life - this is when your baby is sleepiest, most flexible, and easiest to pose into those beautiful, curled-up positions you've seen in my portfolio. After two weeks, that window begins to close quickly.
That's why I strongly recommend booking your session before your baby arrives - ideally in your second trimester. I hold a limited number of newborn sessions each month to ensure every family receives my full attention and care. Once those spots are filled, they're filled. Don't wait until after the birth to reach out - by then, your ideal dates may already be gone.
Sessions are scheduled Monday through Thursday at 10 AM. This allows the studio to be calm, unhurried, and completely focused on you and your baby.
If you're in the Sacramento area and still figuring out timing, reach out now. I'll walk you through exactly when to book based on your due date.
Whether your little one is your first or your fifth, these early days deserve your undivided attention. Put the phone down. Let me handle the camera. I'll capture your baby better than any selfie or portrait mode ever could - and you'll walk away with artwork, not just files.
This isn't the time to settle. Your newborn's first days are a once-in-a-lifetime event, and you deserve a photographer who treats them that way. Someone who shows up calm, prepared, and completely focused on your family. Let's create something you'll hang on your wall, point to for decades, and treasure for the rest of your life.
• Session fee begins at $390
• Products begin at $190
• Collections begin at $990
(Add a maternity session to any newborn package and receive a discounted session fee!)
Sessions book quickly, especially in spring and fall. If you're expecting, reach out now, I'll hold your spot and we'll figure out the details once your little one arrives.