Some families hold a piece of my heart forever, and the Gonzalez family is one of them. A few years ago, I photographed their firstborn’s with a Trussville Alabama in-home newborn session. A session full of tiny toes, swaddled cuddles, sleepy smiles. To be invited back into their home to document baby brother’s arrival was the most beautiful full-circle moment.
Walking into their home, I couldn’t help but feel a wave of gratitude. I remembered the joy of their first newborn session, and now here I was, capturing the next chapter—this time with two sweet boys filling their home with love. It’s such an honor to not just photograph babies, but to witness a family’s story unfold over the years.
The star of the day may have been baby brother, but big brother absolutely stole the show a few times. He leaned right into his new role—gentle kisses, giggles, and the most protective little snuggles. Watching him hold his baby brother brought me right back to when he was the newborn in front of my lens. That kind of “before and after” memory makes me tear up every single time.
The Gonzalez family wanted their newborn session to feel natural, cozy, and filled with love. Their home provided the perfect backdrop—warm light, soft neutral tones, and a relaxed atmosphere that made everyone comfortable. Instead of rushing out the door with a newborn, they got to slow down, cuddle up, and just be together.
For families searching for a Trussville, Alabama in-home newborn session or looking for a Birmingham lifestyle newborn photographer, there is truly nothing like the magic of capturing those first days right inside your own home. Here’s why I believe an in-home option is so special:
Newborn photography is so much more than a session to me—it’s an experience designed to make families feel seen, cared for, and celebrated. With every in-home session, I bring professional lighting, a portable backdrop (if you’d like studio-style portraits), and access to my client closet of gowns and baby outfits. I also provide a 25+ page style guide to help you feel completely prepared.
Whether your baby is swaddled in a sweet neutral outfit or nestled in mama’s arms while big brother leans in for a kiss, my goal is to create a gallery that feels timeless, emotional, and authentically yours.
Your baby will never be this little again. As the Gonzalez family reminded me, these fleeting newborn days become even more meaningful when captured and preserved.
If you’re an expecting mama in Trussville or the Birmingham area, I would love to tell your family’s story too. Every newborn session includes: