Baby J | Newborn Portraits {Troy, Illinois}

Carrie P Photography loves newborns! Carrie P Photography comes to your home for newborn sessions where you and baby are most comfortable. When your baby needs a feeding, a changing, or cleaning during the session, the best place to be is in your own home. This also helps for sessions involving older siblings. Older siblings can get ready for photos, play, or spend time with Mom or Dad while baby is being photographed. Newborn sessions can be scheduled in advance so you can relax knowing that you aren't searching for an available photographer after your baby arrives. Call 314.504.1821 to schedule your newborn, family, or child portrait session in the St. Louis/metro-east area.

Darling baby J has her 6-month milestone session approaching, so this newborn session blog is long past due! Big sister knew just how to soothe her little sister by talking sweetly when baby fussed. They are best friends in the making!



Two amazing, beautiful daughters. What more could a family want?

Baby T | Newborn photographer {Troy, IL}

Looking for someone to capture your children during your newborn's first days? Every newborn session by Carrie P Photography includes sibling and family portraits. There's no need for a special location as most of the first days of baby's life are spent at home, and I can come to you where you and baby are most comfortable. A nursery or bedroom makes the perfect backdrop for family portraits, and I bring along all that is needed to set up a mini-studio in a small space in your home. Schedule a session today, and don't wait to invest in your family's memories!

I just met up with the B family for a milestone session, and it reminded me I hadn't shared this adorable newborn session from last fall. He is so squishy and sweet in these crocheted hats.



This little cutie has an awesome big brother. Some ice cream bribery may have been involved in getting this shot!

I know this can be a time when Mom isn't feeling her greatest, but I always encourage parents to get in a few photos. All too soon, your little ones will grow into adults who will appreciate looking back at a time they were too young to remember.


Contact Carrie by email to find out more and reserve a session for your newborn: carrie@carriepphotography.net.

Baby L | Newborn photographer {Edwardsville, IL}

Newborn portrait sessions are available year-round. I will bring props, blankets, headbands, hats, wraps, and baskets to your home within baby's first two weeks to capture the fleeting moments. Don't miss your opportunity to record the newness of your baby - flaky skin, wrinkly forehead, tiny feet - that changes so quickly.

Hello, sweet little L! This baby girl slept so well for me and had the most gorgeous skin. Made for an easier than usual session AND editing - I'll take that any time!



Take a minute to explore my gallery. I LOVE mini sessions, and they are a great way to try me out for under $100. If you would like more information, or to book a session, call or text 314.504.1821.

Baby B {12 days old} | Troy, Illinois newborn photographer

Newborn sessions are available year round. Sessions take place in your home during the first 14 days after baby is born. I'd love to capture your new addition at home, in the nursery, surrounded by parents, siblings, and pets. Hospital sessions are also available for those who want photos of baby's first few days. Carrie P Photography is based out of Troy, Illiois and serves Edwardsville, Maryville, Collinsville, St. Louis, and the Metro East. Contact me for more information!

Meet Baby B! He had some adorable rolls and chubbiness to show off.


His big brother was so gentle and sweet, and he kept commenting on how cute his baby brother is. Who can blame him?





Newborn sessions include use of photographer's props, backdrops, blankets, and accessories. Your own special items can be incorporated as well. You receive printing rights for all purchased digital files for use in prints, cards, announcements, and gifts! Mini sessions are available for child, couple, and family sessions at Drost Park in Maryville, Illinois. Check out the "Specials" link for more information.

Baby E | 8 days old {Edwardsville, IL newborn photographer}

If you are looking for a family, newborn, or maternity photographer in the Troy, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, or Collinsville, Illinois area, please check out my portfolio. Pricing information is available here.

This baby girl is beyond cute. A tiny little sweetheart with big eyes. I loved photographing E with her family in her gorgeous nursery.




Newborn portraits are best scheduled for the first two weeks after birth. Portraits are taken in your home, where mother and baby are most comfortable. Expecting in 2014? Email carrie@carriepphotography.net to schedule your newborn session today!

Adalyn {5 days old} | Ballwin, MO Lifestyle and Newborn Photographer

Baby Adalyn Jean belongs to my cousin, Bobby, and his beautiful wife, Amanda. I just adore Adalyn's squishy face!

I know it can make parents nervous wondering how their newborn photo session will go. Handing over your precious little one isn't easy, especially at just a few days old. This baby girl didn't want to spend any time naked OR sleeping, and we were still able to get beautiful photos because Mom and Dad were willing to be in the photos with her. I always ask that new parents be prepared to at least have their hands in photos, and I always hope they are willing to be in at least a few photos with baby. These are the kind of pictures that make my heart happy. These are the photos that your little one will look back at in the future and see not just how squishy cute she was, but how much love she received from the moment she was born.