Lifestyle newborn photography that feels cozy, natural and true to you.

Newborn sessions with me are calm, slow-paced, and centred on connection because these early days are tender and emotional.

I photograph your baby exactly as they are, in the space where you feel most at ease.

 we will create images that feel warm, soft, and honest.
No rushing. No stiff poses. No pressure for perfection.
Just love, presence and your family, exactly as you are right now.

Gentle, baby-led sessions in the comfort of your home

I work with natural light and follow your baby's cues.
  • feeding?
  • changing?
  • snuggling?
  • crying?
All welcome. All normal. All a part of the story.

I'm here to gently guide you, help you relax and create images that feel warm and deeply you.

Your newborn session is not a photoshoot. it’s a quiet, meaningful experience where you get to slow down and simply be with your new baby.

Your home tells a piece of your family's story

There’s something so special about capturing your baby in the place where you brought them home. The nursery you prepared, the cozy corner you feed in, the couch where you all fit together for the first time.

in-home newborn photography creates:

  • honest memories
  • emotional storytelling
  • meaningful backgrounds
  • comfort for you and your baby
  • a sense of belonging

These images won’t just remind you what these days looked like, they’ll remind you how they felt.

What's included with every newborn session

1.5-2 hours of session time:
To allow for feeding, soothing, diaper changes, and gentle transitions.
Baby-led posing + natural interactions:
No forced poses. Just soft, organic guidance.
High resolution digital files edited light and airy.
Soft, natural and light images. Usually around 60 portraits.
Photos with baby + parents + siblings:

Connection focused and fully guided
Access to my newborn style and prep guide:

Stress-free support so you feel confident and prepared
Makeup application option (I've been a makeup artist for 20 years!)
Pre-session consultation + wardrobe consult
Option to purchase a handcrafted heirloom album

a calm, supportive experience designed for new parents
lifestyle newborn sessions begin at $695 CAD + gst

Many photographers say let me know if you have any questions, but what Meliza does goes above and beyond.

- Karen -

Mel was a delight from the moment we met her.

- guzman -

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 Frequently Asked Questions About Newborn Sessions

01

When is the best time to book a newborn session?

Most families book during the second or third trimester to guarantee a spot. I recommend photographing your newborn within the first 2–3 weeks, but truly anytime in the first 2 months is beautiful. Newborn sessions with me aren’t about tiny posed moments… they’re about connection, emotion, and the way your baby fits in your arms. That magic exists at every age.

02

What if my baby is fussy during the session?

That’s completely normal and totally expected. Newborn sessions are baby-led, which means we slow down, feed, soothe, change, and take breaks whenever needed. Crying is not a problem. Fussiness is not a problem. I’m a mom too, and nothing phases me. Some of the most beautiful images happen in those quiet in-between moments of comforting.

03

Do you pose the baby?

I photograph babies in a lifestyle, natural way. No stiff posing, no baskets, no complicated props. Just baby-led positioning and gentle guidance to help you hold, cuddle, and interact naturally. Your baby will always be safe, supported, and comfortable.

04

What should we wear to our newborn session?

Soft, neutral tones photograph beautifully. Creams, tans, whites, soft greens, light blues and gentle patterns. Once you book, you’ll receive a full newborn style guide, with suggestions for mom, dad, siblings, and baby. My goal is to help you look and feel your best without stress.

05

How do we prepare our home?

Please don’t stress about tidying, truly. Leave the dishes in the sink, we won't photograph them anyway. I only need a window with good natural light and I can move things as needed. Your home doesn’t need to be perfect… it just needs to be lived in.
I’ll send a simple prep guide before the session so everything feels easy.

06

How long do newborn sessions last?

About 1.5–2 hours.This gives us enough time for feeding, soothing, diaper changes, and slow, intentional storytelling. There’s never any rushing.

07

Can siblings be part of the session?

Absolutely! I encourage it. Sibling interactions create some of the sweetest, most meaningful images, and I always work at their pace to help them feel comfortable and included.

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