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maternity, newborn & family photography in pittsburgh

family photo in sewickley village pittsburgh pa

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Being photographed isn’t something parents and children do on a daily basis. It can take time for anyone to get comfortable in front of a camera. I believe that it is my job to put families at ease, especially the first time around. I’ll admit, sometimes its more difficult for families to get comfortable with…

THE J FAMILY (PITTSBURGH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY)

lifestyle family portrait during at home newborn session

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Life changes in a BIG way, once your little one is in your arms. Your home changes. Your routine is flipped upside down. You sleep a whole lot less. You worry a whole lot more. Your space and personal time is completely invaded. (Pets feel this one hard too.) You are at the mercy of…

BABY ELLE

ONE YEAR OLD FAMILY PHOTOS IN PITTSBURGH

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This mama and I share a mutual friend that we both adore.  I was so excited to photograph her family! This session was one big celebration. Their daughter, Ava, was about to turn one! That’s a HUGE deal. Worthy of capturing to remember forever. We met on a windy afternoon at a beautiful farm in…

THE B FAMILY – AVA IS ONE! (PITTSBURGH FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY)

CANDID FAMILY PHOTOS OUTSIDE PHIPPS

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I can’t think of a better family to bring my blog back to life! It’s been a while since I’ve shared a session. Doesn’t mean that amazing families, bumps, and babies haven’t been in front of my camera… oh no! It just means that my regular weekly blogging took a back seat to MORE families…

THE D FAMILY – LILY IS ONE!

The view a mom has rocking a newborn to sleep

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This is my third in home newborn session with this beautiful family. And I’ve loved them all! It’s pretty awesome to look back and watch them all grow over time. Baby Stella Baby Scarlett Last but not least… Baby Henry!! He’s a sweet little addition and loved by the family already. Big sister Stella cannot…

BARND NEW: BABY HENRY (PITTSBURGH NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY AT HOME)

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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For the whole timeline of life, I got your back.

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