Raleigh Baby Photographer | Newborn Mini Session

Raleigh Newborn Mini Sessions

I’m sharing a peek at a mini session for this sweet baby girl! The newborn mini sessions have become so in demand in the last few years for every Raleigh baby photographer. So many people are wanting a short and sweet newborn session so they can have a few photos to share on social media or to make some birth announcements with. So I started offering Raleigh newborn mini sessions about a year ago, and they sell like hot cakes! A newborn mini session is one hour – which is not a lot of time when you’re trying to get a baby to sleep and posed. So I try to be efficient and get as much variety and different shots as possible. Some babies sleep like a dream and I can breeze through a lot of setups. Others are a little harder, but I can still always manage to get lots of angles and variety. I typically try for at least one prop shot, and then several of the sweet baby poses on a blanket. And of course lots of close-ups of the tiny details, like face, toes and hands, which are always some of my favorite shots. So here’s an example of what to expect at your newborn mini session!

If you’re in need of a Raleigh newborn mini session, you’re at the right place! Melissa would love to work with you and capture this time in your baby’s life! She’s been the Raleigh Durham area’s trusted newborn photographer for 12 years now! Melissa prides herself in providing a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Wake Forest baby photographer.

COVID Questions?

If you have questions and concerns about COVID precautions and the safety of your baby during a session, please reach out and we can work together to make sure the experience is safe and successful. Melissa is COVID vaccinated and fully sanitizes her studio and props in between each newborn session. You can count on Melissa to wear a mask and clean her hands thoroughly throughout your session. She takes the health of her babies and families seriously!

Please contact Raleigh newborn mini session photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Newborn Photographer | Baby Zahra

Raleigh Newborn Photographer

Isn’t the name Zahra so cool?! It’s definitely my first baby with this name, and I love it because it’s so unique! I picture her someday as a total badass being successful and not taking crap from anyone! 🙂 Zahra was super wide awake for the beginning of our Raleigh newborn mini session, which was fine because the eye contact shots are just SO stunning and powerful to me! Zahra did eventually take a nice nap, though, and we got some really cute newborn sleepy poses too. Her hair is just AMAZING! So full and thick and fluffy. Pretty much dream hair for a baby! She is a total stunner!

Zahra’s session is my Raleigh newborn mini session, which is about one hour of shooting time for just baby. If you’re looking for parent shots too, that would be one of my larger packages. I got so many great shots of Zahra during her mini session. It’s the perfect amount of time to do a couple of different setups and a small variety of poses. Here are all of my favorite images from this Raleigh newborn photographer session!

If you’re in need of Raleigh newborn photography, you’re at the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing newborn photo studio! She’s been the Raleigh Durham Cary Wake Forest area’s trusted newborn photographer for 12 years now! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham baby photographer.

COVID Questions?

Please contact Raleigh newborn photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Baby Photography | Baby Luna

Raleigh Baby Photography

Baby girl Luna was such a delight! She came in for her Raleigh baby photography session when she was just nine days old. As you’ll see from the photos below of her newborn session, her parents requested lots of yellow, and some pinks too. So I delivered with both! I had the most beautiful yellow blanket that I hadn’t put to use in ages, so I was happy to get to use it. And I really truly love the color yellow – I have so many hats and wraps and baby headbands in yellow. I was happy to use them all! Baby Luna looked so beautiful in yellow and she was such a gorgeous baby with great cheeks.

I’d recently bought some gorgeous new outfits for baby girls, and I had fun dressing Luna up in a few of them. They had the most beautiful details on them, and fit baby Luna perfectly.

Luna’s session was my Original Newborn Session, which is why we had so many setups and poses! This is the session that allows for 2-3 hours of shooting time, and gives a lot of variety. Feel free to visit my pricing information page for more details on baby session offerings!

If you’re in need of Raleigh baby photography, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio! She’s been the Raleigh Durham Cary Wake Forest area’s trusted newborn photographer for 12 years now! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

If you have questions and concerns about COVID precautions and the safety of your baby during a session, please reach out! Melissa is COVID vaccinated and fully sanitizes her studio and props in between each newborn session. You can count on Melissa to wear a mask and clean her hands thoroughly throughout your session. She takes the health of her babies and families seriously!

Please contact Raleigh baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Durham Baby Photographer | Baby Tripp

Durham Newborn Baby Photographer

The very cute baby Tripp is next up to be featured here on my Durham Baby Photographer blog. I think the name Tripp is just so cute! He had the softest, best skin, and his cheeks are round and just absolutely perfect, according to my special newborn photographer evaluation. 🙂 He’s really a stunning baby! Tripp’s mama wanted to be in a few photos as well and requested some backlit shots, which I adore. I don’t get requests for backlit shots very much in my Wake Forest newborn baby studio, but I’m always happy to do it, and this session renewed my love for them. I think I may be adding these in more often when I can. So stay tuned for more of these!

Tripp’s photo session was my Original Newborn Session, which is the largest package I have available. It provides 2-3 hours of time, and allows for lots of poses and different setups. If parent or sibling shots are desired, this is a great package for that as well. These sessions really give us time for variety in the posing and the props. Lots of little hat and wrap changes, and lots of time to capture cute expressions and get different props mixed in. If your budget is smaller or you don’t need quite as many photos, I have a few other session options as well. All of my options can be found by visiting the pricing page on my website, linked here!

Here are some of my many favorites from Tripp’s Raleigh Durham Baby Photographer session. Enjoy all of his cuteness!

If you’re in need of a baby photographer, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Durham / Wake Forest area! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

Please contact Durham baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Newborn Photography | Baby Ainara

Beautiful Raleigh Newborn Photography Session

I’m happy to share Raleigh newborn baby girl Ainara’s photo session with you all today! She has such a unique name, and I love it. Her mom and dad requested neutrals and yellows for her, so you’ll see a lot of that below. She was just such a beautiful baby. She was awake for a good while at the beginning of her session, so I opted for some swaddle shots of her until she finally fell asleep. Then she let me pose her very sweetly, and I just love the taco pose and the pose with her little toes peeking out. I picked out some of my favorites from her Raleigh newborn photography session, and have them below for your viewing pleasure!

COVID Precautions in my Newborn Studio

The number one question I get lately is regarding COVID protocol in my studio, and I want to continue addressing this on my blog to give everyone current information! In my Raleigh newborn photography studio, all props, equipment and seating areas are disinfected in between each baby photo session. I clean my hands very frequently during sessions (I go through a lot of hand sanitizer!). I also wear a mask during newborn photo sessions to keep from spreading germs. And most importantly, I’m covid vaccinated! If you have any further questions or need accommodations, please reach out!

Here’s a little peek at some of my favorite photos from Ainara’s newborn photography session in my Wake Forest baby studio!

If you’re in need of a baby photographer, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest area! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

Please contact Raleigh baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Newborn Photography | Baby Boy Henry

Raleigh Newborn Photography

This cute baby boy is named Henry and he came in to see me for his Raleigh newborn photography session when he was 16 days old! He was so tiny, with long arms and legs (he’s going to be tall like his parents!) and just as cute as can be. I love the awake shots I got of Henry. He was nice enough to be awake for some eyes open shots – which parents always love – and then asleep for a good stretch for some awesome posing. So cooperative!

Henry’s session was my Keepsake newborn session. The keepsake session is my 90-minute session. It’s essentially a mini session with some bonus extra time to get another setup, or to get some parent shots. It’s not quite as much variety as the original session, where we can fit in plenty of poses and props, but it’s perfect for those who are looking for a smaller amount of photos. We typically end up with about 20 photos, plus black and white copies as well. For a breakdown of session types, visit my pricing page.

I’ve continued to stay super busy as one of Raleigh’s best newborn photographers. I hope you’ll reach out if you’re expecting a baby in the Raleigh, Wake Forest and Triangle areas so we can create the perfect session for you and your baby!

And I want to continue giving COVID information, as that’s a hot topic lately. I’m fully vaccinated against COVID and have been taking a lot of precautions in my Wake Forest newborn photography studio to prevent the spread. In between each session, all props are sanitized, as well as my shooting area and my client sitting area. I frequently sanitize my hands during sessions and wear a mask. If there are any questions you may have regarding this, please feel free to ask!

Please feel free to contact me if you’re in the Raleigh Durham area and expecting a baby! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing newborn photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest area! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies.

Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer with over 10 years of experience posing and photographing babies.

Please contact Raleigh baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Baby Photographer | Baby Girl

Raleigh Baby Photographer

I’m sharing a baby girl today that is super stunning! The photos almost speak for themselves, but she is just perfect in every way. The hair, the lashes, the beautiful skin… all perfect! This family opted for my Keepsake newborn session package. The keepsake package allows for a couple of family photos, as well as some photos of baby alone. We usually end up with roughly 20 photos, and some black and whites are always included as well. This family wanted me to use my baby bed prop (it’s been requested so much lately!), and preferred a lot of props over very many blanket shots. So we got a beautiful variety, and I adore all of the photos! The family shots are so special, and I think her parents will treasure these. She was such a cooperative and happy little girl. I feel so lucky that this family chose me to capture these memories!

Future Newborn Photography Bookings

I’m currently taking Raleigh newborn photography bookings for fall and winter 2021. Be sure to reach out early, as I often get booked out a few months in advance! I’d love to plan a session for your baby that fits your needs!

If you’re in need of a baby photographer, you came to the right place! I would be happy to welcome you into my comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest area! I’m an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies.

Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer. Melissa is fully vaccinated and her studio is fully sanitized in between each photo session, so you can have peace of mind that your family will be safe!

Please contact Raleigh baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Wake Forest’s Best Newborn Photographer | Baby Girl London

Wake Forest’s Best Newborn Photographer

This is beautiful baby London! Her family opted for a newborn mini session, which is posed photos of just the baby alone. The mini sessions are roughly an hour and allow for a few different poses on a blanket, as well as posing in a prop (or two). Of course, these sessions are customized to each individual client’s requests. Baby girl London’s mommy wanted a photo of London in one of my tiny baby beds, and she also brought crystals that she wanted to be used with one of my crowns – you’ll see that photo below. It was a special photo for London’s mom. We used lots of girly pinks and creams for London, and we got a great variety in the hour we were together. London was sleepy and happy for her session, and was just so beautiful! I loved meeting this sweet baby girl!

I’ve had such a busy summer, and I’m currently booking Raleigh newborn, maternity, and baby’s first-year photo sessions for fall and winter 2021. Please reach out with any questions you may have regarding my sessions and availability! I’m happy to chat about how we can customize your baby’s photo session to fit your needs.

And because I’ve had a lot of questions lately about COVID precautions, I’d love to fill you in on what I do in my studio to keep babies and their families safe from COVID. I’m fully vaccinated, as is everyone in my family who is at the age where they’re eligible to receive the vaccine. In between each session, my studio gets fully sanitized. My props are disinfected, my camera and work area are cleaned, as is the seating area where parents hang out during sessions. The first thing I do before touching a baby is to sanitize my hands, and I do it frequently throughout each session. I also wear a mask to protect my tiny clients from germs. If you have further questions about COVID safety, please feel free to reach out!

If you’re pregnant and in need of a baby photographer, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest area! She’s an expert in baby posing and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award-winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

Please contact Raleigh’s best newborn photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Baby Photographer | Newborn Boy

Raleigh Baby Photographer

I have a precious Raleigh baby photographer session to share that features a brand new baby boy posed on a variety of great shades of tans and greys. I love these neutrals for little boys, along with some pops of blues and greens. They’re my go-to for boy sessions! This little hunk was just under two weeks old for his Raleigh newborn photography mini session. He had a bit of a streak of being awake, but then dozed off and let me get the cute sleepy poses. I loved taking lots of close-up shots of this baby’s face, hands, feet, and lips. They’re often some of my favorites, and I find that families love hanging a collage featuring all of these tiny little details of their baby. You’ll also see a mix of color and black and white photos. I always offer both color and black and white versions of each photo I give clients! I love to try to get as much variety as I can, even for mini sessions. My clients are often amazed at how much we can get during just one hour. These are my favorites from this little guy’s photo session in my Wake Forest baby studio!

If you’re in need of a Raleigh baby photographer, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest area! She’s an expert in baby posing, and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

Please contact Raleigh baby photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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Raleigh Newborn Photographer | Baby Christopher

I love being a Raleigh newborn photographer! What a sweet little boy I have to share today for all the fans of cute babies out there! This little darling is baby Christopher, and he was 18 days old for his Raleigh newborn photo session. He was awake for a good stretch and showed off his beautiful eyes, and then went to sleep and let me pose him for a good stretch, too! The perfect combination! His big sister was just so perfect and cooperative too. It is such a dream to work with this great family! I was so honored to have been chosen by them to capture these precious newborn memories.

It really thrills me every time I meet a new baby and get to share in these first few weeks of their lives. The parents are always in awe of their baby and how sleepy I get them during a newborn portrait session. If I had a dollar for every time I hear “can you just come home with us?”… I’d be pretty rich! 🙂 It’s really pretty easy because new babies love to sleep. They just need a full belly, and to be warm and soothing, and they’re usually out like a light! So bring them right on into my Wake Forest newborn photography studio and I’ll work my magic for your little bundle!

Here’s the adorable newborn boy Christopher!

If you’re in need of a baby photographer, you came to the right place! Melissa would be happy to welcome you into her comfortable, relaxing baby photo studio in the Raleigh / Wake Forest / Durham area! She’s an expert in baby posing and can provide a stress-free, relaxing experience for parents and babies. Melissa is an award-winning Raleigh Durham newborn photographer.

Please contact Raleigh newborn photographer, Melissa DeVoe, through the links below, or email her directly at melissadevoephotography@gmail.com.

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