A baby wearing white clothing lies on a soft white fur rug while laughing and stretching.
A joyful baby wearing a cozy cream-colored sweater lies on white bedding while smiling brightly.
Two people laughing together while sitting on a couch in a living room.
Close-up view of tiny baby feet with delicate toes against a soft white background.
A smiling baby wearing a white knit sweater lies on white bedding.
A smiling baby wearing a white knit sweater lies on soft white blankets.
Sleeping newborn baby swaddled in white blanket lying on soft white fur background.
Peaceful sleeping newborn baby swaddled in white blanket resting on soft white fur background.
Sleeping baby wrapped in soft white blanket with peaceful expression rests on cozy textured fabric.
Close-up view of a sleeping baby's face with soft, rosy skin in peaceful slumber.
A baby wearing white clothing lies on a soft fluffy white fur blanket in a series of connected photos.
A baby lying on white fabric with a curious expression and reaching out with one hand.
A newborn baby's face is shown in close-up profile view against a white background.
A sleeping newborn baby lies peacefully on soft white fabric in a series of connected portrait photographs.
Baby wearing white sweater lying on fluffy white rug in progression of different poses.
A baby wearing a white knit sweater lies on a soft white fur blanket while looking at the camera.
Three tiny clenched baby fists against a white background showing newborn reflexes and movements.
Close-up of a newborn baby yawning or crying with tiny fist raised against soft pink background.
Close up macro photo of a baby's nose and mouth against a white background.

Newborn Mini photosession

Simple. Timeless. All-Inclusive.


Newborn mini sessions are designed for families who want beautiful, professional newborn photographs without the time commitment of a full session. These sessions focus solely on your baby—capturing sweet details, peaceful moments, and timeless portraits in a clean, light-filled style.

Perfect for families who love a minimal aesthetic and want to preserve those tiny newborn features in a simple, stress-free way.

A sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white blankets rests peacefully against soft bedding.

What's included

Here’s what’s waiting for you

 

  • $550 all-inclusive
  • 1 hour
  • 10 fully edited digital images
  • Studio session at my Pacific Grove studio
  • Simple white outfit or wrap provided
  • Detail shots included (hands, feet, lashes, lips)
  • Private online gallery for image selection & download

 

A series of four images showing a baby lying on a white background in different poses.

Session Style

Limited spot

 

These newborn mini sessions are intentionally minimal and baby-focused and include clean white backdrop, soft natural posing. There are no props or elaborate setups, just calm, efficient workflow designed with newborn comfort in mind. The result is a timeless collection of images that feel light, classic, and forever relevant.

 

Tiny baby feet peek out from under soft white bedding in a tender newborn photograph.

Who These Sessions Are For

Newborn mini sessions are a great fit if you:

 

  • Want professional newborn photos with a simple, modern look
  • Prefer a shorter session time
  • Love clean whites and minimal styling
  • Don’t need family or sibling photos
  • Want a streamlined, all-inclusive experience



If you’re looking for posed family images, sibling photos, or a longer session with more variety, I recommend booking a full newborn session instead. If you love the minimalist style you can still have a full newborn session, just let me know if the contact form.

 

No upsells. No surprises. Just beautifully finished images ready to download and share.
A baby wearing a white knit sweater smiles while lying on soft white bedding.

A Perfect Option for Older Newborns

can be older than 2 weeks

Newborn mini sessions are an ideal choice for families whose babies are a little older than the traditional newborn window. While full newborn sessions are best scheduled within the first 7–14 days, these mini sessions work beautifully for older newborns (typically 2–8weeks old). The simple, minimal approach allows for flexibility in posing and works well whether your baby is sleepy, awake, or starting to stretch and look around.

Because the focus is on your baby alone—with clean styling and gentle positioning—we’re able to capture beautiful images even if your newborn no longer curls or sleeps as deeply as a brand-new baby.

 

FAQ

 

What if my baby won’t sleep?

That’s okay. These sessions are designed to work whether your baby is sleepy or awake. I gently follow your baby’s cues to ensure a calm experience.

What should I bring?

Just your baby and a pacifier if you use one and what you usually have in your diaper bag. Everything else is provided.

Can I book a newborn mini session if my baby is older?

Yes! Newborn mini sessions are a great option for older newborns, typically up to 8 weeks old.

Where do sessions take place?

 

All newborn mini sessions take place at my Pacific Grove studio.

Ready to Book?

Fill out the contact form below.

A newborn baby grasping an adult finger, symbolizing the bond between parent and child.

 

Say hello. Let's work together.

 

Testimonials
A baby wearing a pink tulle dress and headband poses on a soft pink backdrop during a professional photoshoot.

Brenden is such an amazing family photographer. She has such a kind spirit that especially shines through when photographing littles! She will treat your most precious little baby with such gentleness and care and get images you will cherish forever! Cannot recommend her enough!

 

Madison

 

A holiday photo session setup with red shutters, festive wreaths, and decorative elements in warm tones.

Brenden is the most talented photographer. We've gone yearly since my daughter was 3 weeks old. I treasure these photos and she is so amazing at getting my little grumpy kid to smile!

 

DORAN

 

A child with curly blonde hair smiles brightly while surrounded by lush green foliage in a garden setting.

Brenden has photographed my babies and our family ever year (sometimes twice a year) for the last 8 years. I was lucky enough to book her for both my maternity sessions, both newborn sessions, multiple milk & cookies holiday shoots, a yearly milestone/birthday shoot in the fall for my kids that turned into our traditional family photos to use for holiday cards! She is patient and fun and gets the kids to smile.

Madalynn