Capturing the early moments of a newborn is a special experience. Whether it's your first or an addition to the family, our newborn photography sessions aim to be a genuine and heartwarming portrayal of your family's beginning.

Newborn sessions go beyond standard posed photos; they're about capturing the natural cuddles, cute yawns, and those fleeting baby smiles. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that feels comfortable and genuine, and when you see the resulting images, you'll not only see great photos but also a collection of memories from those precious early days that are so fleeting.

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one photo at a time

Chicago Newborn Photography

Our studio is fully stocked with outfits, fabric, props, headbands, hats and pretty much anything you could possibly want in your session. You don't need to worry about purchasing anything you just show up with your baby. 

We have everything you need in our studio

Safety is our number one priority Ariel has trained with many instructors on newborn safety. Additionally Ariel is certified in Adult, child, and infant CPR.  

Never worry about your babies safety

Prior to your session we will talk to you a lot! we want to make sure you are comfortable with our process. And we love answering your questions. This is your session and we want you to enjoy it.

You have questions we have the answers

Why
for your Newborn session?

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Newborn Session fee $300

Print Products begin at $190 

 Collections begin at $990

In the world of newborn photography, every small detail tells a story – from the wrinkly foreheads to the tiny hand gestures. Our approach is to document these details authentically, creating a visual story that reflects the love and joy of welcoming your brand new little miracle.

Our Newborn sessions are about freezing time and creating a timeless keepsake that you'll appreciate as your little one grows.

a note from 

"Absolutely recommend REL Portraits by Ariel! Our photo session exceeded our expectations. Ariel's patience with our kids was remarkable. Her studio is stocked with a variety of props and thoughtful amenities like snacks, and even nursing and diapering supplies. Ariel's attention to detail during the shoot, providing directions for poses and positions, resulted in truly phenomenal and personalized photographs. A fantastic experience overall!"

— Vera Krinsky

"A fantastic experience!"

that's what I want!

Make some memories, tell your family's story, and be confident that your baby is in good hands! 

Time to Make Memories

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