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maternity, newborn & family photography in pittsburgh

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This handsome little guy wasn’t born in the Burgh but it’s home now and the city couldn’t be luckier to have him and his parents. I met this really wonderful family of three on a bright and sunny morning, down on the North Shore, to capture the love that mom and dad have for their…

The D Family

Late Miscarriage - 15 Weeks

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We were saying goodbye to my mother-in-law when I found out that I was pregnant. My husband Chris was by her side in Massachusetts taking care of her for weeks alongside his siblings. Meanwhile, Ava and I were home just trying to stay on top of ​life and to be there for everyone from afar….

Losing Our Twin Boys

Pittsburgh Family Photography

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Me and this family go way back and I consider myself so very blessed to call them dear friends. Dad introduced me to my husband and I’ve been close with him and his wife ever since. We started families around the same time and the addition of little kiddos has been so much fun. When I…

The M Family at Soergel Orchards

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I met this amazing little family during Fall Mini Sessions last year and got giddy excited when mom reached out to let me know that they were expecting again!! I headed to their home in the weeks after their sweet girl arrived and hung out for a few hours. We’re not calling this one a…

The K Family

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This beautiful mama-to-be wore a crown made of flowers from her shower that happened just days before we got together to shoot. The perfect addition in keeping to the sweet, feminine feel of their session, since there is a precious baby girl on the way. Mom has such an eye for all things design and beauty. I’m so thankful…

Baby Z Is On The Way

FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY |
FAMILY | MATERNITY | NEWBORN | FIRST 48 | EXTENDED FAMILY |

No added to-dos, just added memories to your life.

You’re busier than you ever thought you’d be. Between chasing toddlers around, work commitments, mastering the art of diaper changes, herding kids to practice, and trying to get some me time, it’s hard to imagine adding anything to your plate.

As a mama of two, I get it!

I'm here to simplify the photography process for you so you can keep focusing on what you need to.

If you want no-stress & natural maternity, newborn, and family photography — I'm your girl.

family photographer in pittsburgh, pa  who gets it

Hi, I'm Melissa!

Say goodbye to unnatural and inauthentic photoshoots. I use a child-led approach to guarantee a fun, stress-free family photography session!

Maternity sessions, for me, are a celebration of your incredible journey, and the overflowing love you already feel for the little human you're about to meet.

The early days with your newborn are like nothing else. We’ll capture all the precious moments that make the sleepless nights and diaper changes all worth it.

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