Pregnancy Photographer Greater Chicagoland Area

WHAT IS AN IN-HOME MILESTONE SESSION?

An in-home milestone photography session is a relaxed, lifestyle-focused photo experience designed to document your baby’s incredible growth during their first year — all in the comfort of your own home. These sessions are perfect for capturing important developmental stages such as 3-month, 6-month, and 9-month milestones, highlighting your baby’s emerging personality, new skills, and the genuine connection your family shares.

Instead of traveling to a studio, I come directly to you, creating a calm and familiar environment that helps your baby feel at ease. This often leads to more natural expressions, sweet interactions, and authentic moments you’ll cherish forever.

Your home does not need to be picture-ready for an in-home session. Before we begin, we’ll simply choose the rooms you’d like to use — such as the nursery, primary bedroom, or living room — and do a quick tidy or light pickup of those spaces only. Natural light and meaningful surroundings are what matter most.

Whether your baby is enjoying tummy time, flashing gummy smiles, learning to sit, or soaking up cuddles with parents and siblings, in-home milestone photography preserves these fleeting moments in a beautiful and timeless way. These sessions are perfect for families who value storytelling, comfort, and natural images that reflect real life.

If you’re looking for a photographer who specializes in in-home baby milestone sessions, this experience is designed to make the process simple, stress-free, and memorable — resulting in images you’ll treasure for generations.

A baby in a crib with a bow headband and a pastel dress against a blue wall with cursive text.

Baby in pink outfit touching black dog's paw on a light carpeted floor.

Two young children smiling near a crib in a nursery room.

A couple reads a book titled I Wish You Happiness, Lucas to their baby on a couch.

A woman lying on carpet kisses a baby wearing a purple dress with a black bow.

A baby in a pink dress touches a woman's face playfully while they both smile.

A man holding a baby in a nursery with Lucas gene on the wall.

Woman holding a baby by a window. Baby wears a black bow headband and purple outfit. Room with shelves in the background.

A woman sitting on a sofa holds a smiling baby in a pink outfit with a large white bow.

Baby in a striped onesie lies on a navy blue bed, looking up, with an adult's hand gently touching their side.

A woman interacting with a baby in a pink dress, seated on a shelf with a 6 months block, surrounded by flowers.

Baby in a lavender outfit and white bow smiling on a gray sofa in a well-lit living room.

Mother smiling at baby girl standing on couch during in-home lifestyle photography session in natural light

Man on a couch with a dog and a baby reaching out to each other. Cozy living room scene.

A smiling baby in a crib, wearing a blue outfit and a large white bow headband, sitting on a star and moon patterned sheet.

A smiling baby in a light blue dress with a large bow sits in front of a moon-themed backdrop.

A family with a baby and a black dog sit on the floor reading a book together.

Mother holding baby in a blue room with large windows and a basket of flowers on the floor.

A baby in a dress and headband looks at her reflection in a mirror while being held by an adult.

Baby with white bow sleeping on woman's lap on a sofa.

Close-up of a baby sleeping with a hand touching its face, wearing a light-colored outfit and headband.

Baby in overalls held by an adult, both reflected in a circular mirror, with Lucas Gene decor on the wall.

Family in a nursery with two dogs; parents engage with two young children, one reading a book, creating a cozy atmosphere.

Happy baby with a bow in her hair leaning on a sofa in a bright living room.

HOW FAR DO YOU TRAVEL TO DO IN-HOME SESSIONS?

I proudly offer in-home photography sessions to families within a 45-mile radius of Lake in the Hills, Illinois. Whether you're expecting, just welcomed a little one, or want to freeze time with your growing family, I’d love to help you capture it all.

Travel Fee Policy – Based on Distance from Lake in the Hills

Within 25 miles – No Travel Fee
26 to 35 miles – $50 Travel Fee
36 to 45 miles – $100 Travel Fee

HOW LONG ARE IN HOME SESSIONS?

In-home milestone sessions for your baby’s 3, 6, or 9-month milestones are one hour. This relaxed timeframe gives us plenty of opportunity to capture your little one’s growth, personality, and special moments without feeling rushed.

Held in the comfort of your own home, these sessions allow your baby to stay comfortable and happy while we document their new skills — whether that’s rolling over, sitting up, or starting to explore. The one-hour session is perfect for preserving these precious stages with natural, heartfelt images you’ll treasure forever.

DO YOU TAKE PICTURES OF THE FAMILY DURING MILESTONE SESSIONS?

Absolutely! I love including parents and siblings in milestone sessions. The love and connection your family shares with your baby is such an important part of their story—and capturing that emotion creates meaningful images you’ll cherish for years.

DO YOU BRING PROPS TO IN HOME SESSIONS?

For milestone sessions at 3, 6, and 9 months, I generally focus on capturing your baby’s natural expressions and interactions in the comfort of your home, so I don’t usually bring props. However, if you have special toys, blankets, or keepsakes you'd like to include, please feel free to have them ready, and I’ll be happy to incorporate them into your photos.

WHAT ARE YOUR PRICES FOR AN IN-HOME SESSION?

To explore detailed pricing and package options for in-home milestone photography sessions—perfect for capturing your baby’s 3, 6, and 9-month milestones—please visit the link below. I offer customizable packages designed to document these precious stages right in the comfort of your own home.