As a Raleigh newborn and family photographer, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing some of life’s most sacred transitions. One of my favorite parts of what I do is watching a family grow, capturing them not just in a single moment, but across a whole year of milestones. That is the Magic of a First Year Membership.

Recently, I had the joy of photographing a beautiful family through their First Year Membership. From the cozy stillness of their in-studio newborn session, to a sun-kissed milestone session, and finally a joyful first birthday and cake smash session, each chapter told a story that deserved to be preserved.

And honestly? Watching their youngest go from tiny toes and sleepy yawns to belly laughs and frosting-covered fingers felt like watching magic happen.

Why Documenting the First Year Matters

Those first twelve months fly by. One moment you’re bringing your baby home from the hospital, and the next they’re pulling up to stand, grinning with all the wonder in the world.

This is why I created my First Year Membership, to help families in Raleigh and surrounding areas preserve the small details that become the big memories.

With every session, we’re not just capturing a photo. We’re creating a legacy.

What’s Included in the First Year Membership

A Personal Invitation

If you’re an expecting parent, or your baby is still under 2 months old, now is the perfect time to begin your membership.

This family’s journey reminded me why I do this work: to give parents the gift of remembering. Of freezing time in the most beautiful way.

And in the blink of an eye, when your toddler is running through the house, you’ll look back on those first portraits and feel everything all over again. That is the magic of first year membership

Let’s create something lasting, something that tells the story of your baby’s first year with heart, care, and timeless beauty.