Newborn and Milestone Collections
The littlest feet make the biggest footprints in our hearts.
Natural, baby-led photography for Edwardsville’s tiniest (and most photogenic) residents.
The first days are a blur.
The feeding schedules.
The contact naps.
The way time somehow moves impossibly fast and painfully slow all at once.
Your newborn session is designed to give you a moment to pause and soak it all in.
I'll handle the posing.
I'll soothe the baby.
I'll guide every step.
You simply get to be present.
My newborn and milestone sessions are all about capturing those early days and little moments that pass way too quickly. Whether you're holding your brand-new baby or celebrating their first giggle, I specialize in newborn and milestone photography in Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, and throughout the Metro East Illinois area.
Sessions are calm, cozy, and completely guided — no stress, no rigid posing. I provide everything you need: wraps, outfits, headbands, and gentle direction so you can focus on cuddling your little one.
From sleepy newborn portraits typically photographed around 10–22 days old to milestone sessions at 3, 6, 9, or 12 months and beyond — capturing each personality-packed stage with care and heart.
Whether you're looking for studio newborn portraits, lifestyle sessions, or a simple milestone moment to mark that first year, I’ve got you covered.
Session Details
A 50% non-refundable initial payment is required at booking and will be applied to your final payment. Packages include up to 6 people; each additional person is $25. Upgrade to full digital gallery for $150. Professional printing and wall art options offered.
Wondering whether a studio newborn session is right for your family? Read my honest comparison of studio vs. in-home newborn photography.
Baby Only Package
Fee $ 550
1 Hour Studio Session
Wrapped Poses Only
1 Color
10 Edited Digital Images
The Signature Newborn
Fee $ 850
Studio newborn + family
Wrapped + lifestyle poses
2-3 Hours
20 edited images
The First Year Collection
Fee $ 1950
Baby/Family + 6 Months (sitter) + 1st Birthday Cake Smash
Each session up to 1 hour & family poses included.
ALL Edited Digital Images per session.
At 1 year session TLP will have a balloon garland backdrop and a small 4inch smash cake is provided. (allergies need to be known before scheduling)
Maternity and Milestone Packages
The Maternity
Experience
60-minute studio or outdoor session
Access to client closet
Style guidance
15 edited digital images
$100 Maternity Loyalty Credit when booked with The Signature Newborn
Starting at
$ 550
The Milestone
Session
Studio or outdoor
One simple setup
1-2 outfits
30 mins
10 edited images
Includes babies 3 months to 10 years old
starting at
$ 500
Cake Smash
Studio session
Themed setup
1 Pre Smash Outfit & 1 Smash Outfit
60 min
20 edited images
Cake included
$150 Loyalty credit for newborn clients
starting at
$ 600
Request for the full Newborn, Milestone, and Maternity Price Guide to explore available collections.
"We left with full hearts and a full gallery — every little yawn, stretch, and smile. Tara made it effortless, and we’ll treasure these photos forever."
The Brown Family
