From the anticipation of maternity to the quiet newborn days and all the little milestones that follow, choose the experience that feels right for your family. Sessions are available throughout Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia, with studio, in-home, and outdoor options.
The Maternity & Newborn Experience
MATERNITY • NEWBORN • BABY MILESTONES
serving DC, MD, NOVA
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FROM THE FIRST KICKS TO THE LITTLE MILESTONES
milestone collection
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For the sleepy, brand-new days right after birth
Newborn sessions
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CELEBRATE THE SEASON BEFORE BABY ARRIVES
Maternity sessions
Those early days are full of tiny things you’ll want to remember. We’ll follow your baby’s rhythm, making room for feeding, soothing, and cuddling along the way. Choose a relaxed in-home lifestyle session or a simple studio experience—nothing forced, nothing rushed.
For the sleepy, brand-new days right after birth
Newborn Sessions
Sessions for Your Seasons
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our journey together
The Process
Fill out the inquiry form, and I’ll reach out shortly with availability, next steps, and answers to any questions you may have.
Together, we’ll make sure your session feels calm, natural, and truly right for your family’s season.
Connect & Say Hello
Step 1
Once you're ready, I’ll send over the booking form and retainer invoice to officially reserve your date. From there, you can breathe easy—your session is fully taken care of, and all you need to do is simply arrive and enjoy the moment with your family.
Get it on the calendar
Step 2
You’ll receive a welcome guide filled with all the good stuff—what to wear, how to prep, and what to expect—so you feel calm and ready. I’ll also help you choose a location (and yes, I’m always happy to peek at outfit options if you need a second opinion!).
Plan with confidence
Step 3
On session day, there’s nothing you need to do but love on your people. I’ll gently guide you when needed, but mostly I’ll let the connection unfold while I capture the magic of your family that’s already there.
Show up and soak it in
Step 4
Within three weeks, you’ll receive your full gallery of hand-edited images ready to download, print, and relive all over again. You’ll also have access to heirloom albums, framed artwork, and print options to turn those moments into something truly lasting.
memories delivered
Step 5
Whether you’re growing a baby, soothing a newborn, or chasing a toddler, it’s all welcome here. Every session is approached with patience, flexibility, and zero pressure—because the most meaningful photographs come from simply being together.
Serving families throughout Maryland, Northern Virginia & Washington, DC, including Bethesda, Rockville, Frederick, Columbia, Ellicott City, Hanover, Fairfax, Centreville, and surrounding communities.
However this season finds you, it’s worth remembering.
The best time to reach out is before baby arrives! Maternity sessions are typically photographed around 28–34 weeks, and newborn sessions can be reserved using your due date. Once baby arrives, we’ll finalize a session date that gives your family plenty of time to settle in.
When should I book my maternity or newborn session?
Absolutely! Family is at the heart of everything we photograph. Maternity and newborn sessions aren’t just about one person—they’re about the family growing and changing together. Partners, siblings, and other family members are always welcome to join. Sessions include up to five family members, with an additional $50 per person beyond that.
Can siblings or other family members join the session?
Wear something that feels like you. We recommend coordinating rather than matching and choosing colors and textures that feel natural together. Once you’re booked, we’ll help you plan outfits that photograph beautifully and feel right for your family.
What should we wear for our session?
Of course! You can always order additional albums, prints, or artwork directly from your gallery after delivery—or reach out if you’d like help designing something special. Many families come back to add keepsakes for holidays, birthdays, or gifts.
Can we order more albums or prints later?
Yes! If you start with a single session and later decide you’d like to document more milestones, you can absolutely upgrade to the full Milestone Collection. I’ll apply a portion of your original session fee toward the collection so you never pay for anything twice. Just let me know and we’ll take it from there.
Can I upgrade to the Milestone Collection after booking a single session?
frequently asked questions
- Newborn -
You can tell he genuinely loves what he does. Every time our baby made a cute face or little movement, he lit up. He handled our newborn with such a gentle, careful touch while posing. And the photos are perfect. They captured the essence of our home in a way that feels warm, intimate, and full of love.
We truly could not have asked for a better newborn photographer.
FROM: Vicky
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Dave was accommodating when scheduling our photoshoot (even during the busy holiday season) and patient and gentle with our fussy baby. His professional acumen was unmatched: he was able to make my family comfortable by guiding us through each “scene”, ensuring beautiful, candid shots while helping us find the right poses and angles.
Lavish Photography exceeded my expectations.
FROM: yuri
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I am so happy to have found Lavish Photography to capture our newborn family photo shoot. Dave did an amazing job making our toddler laugh and was incredibly patient and kind through the whole process. Highly recommend, our photos came out amazing!
Dave did an amazing job making our toddler laugh!
FROM: Nafala Arshady
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Photographer Dave was very professional and had a great personality that made us feel totally at ease. He guided us with poses and helped our friends and family look their best in every shot. The photos turned out amazing, and he did a fantastic job selecting and adjusting the photos. We’re really happy with the final results and highly recommend him!
Dave had a great personality that made us feel totally at ease.
FROM: Sarah T.
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