Family and Newborn Photographer in the Bay Area

If You’ve Ever Wished You Could Freeze Time
And Hold Onto These Tiny People Just As They Are

Childhood is fleeting, and the moments with the people you love most deserve to be remembered

I create sessions that feel easy and natural — gently guided, unhurried, and centered on the connection that’s already there. From the quiet newborn days to the beautiful chaos of family life, I’m here to preserve what this moment actually feels like, in heirloom artwork made to live in your home and bring you back to exactly how this season felt.

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About Your Bay Area Family and Newborn Photographer

Hi, I’m Megan — a Bay Area newborn photographer and family photographer based in beautiful Alameda, CA. My work is rooted in an understanding of family life — the energy, tenderness, and beautiful unpredictability of being together.

As a mom of five, I know what it’s like to be in the middle of a season and already feel it slipping away. The way a newborn curls into your chest. The sound of little feet on the floor in the morning. The chaos and the closeness all at once. These are the moments you want to hold onto, and photography is how we do that.

I offer newborn, family, and maternity photography throughout Alameda and the San Francisco Bay Area — creating sessions that feel calm, unhurried, and natural, so you can simply be present while I take care of preserving the rest.

My Services

Bay Area Family Photography

Bay Area Newborn Photography

Bay Area Sitter & First Year Photography

Bay Area Maternity Photography

Your Story, Beautifully Preserved

A photograph that captures how this season truly felt — not just how everyone looked — deserves to live on your walls, where you get to see it every day. I create heirloom artwork designed to live in your home, hold up over generations, and bring you back to the moments that mattered most.

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Why Work With Me

Every part of the experience is thoughtfully designed — from the session itself to the finished artwork on your walls — so that what you’re left with truly reflects the people you love and the season you’re in.

photo of a newborn framed in a nursery in the Bay Area

Thoughtfully designed artwork

Every session begins with real connection — the quiet closeness, the laughter, the way your family naturally moves together. From there, we create heirloom artwork that feels personal, intentional, and made to live in your home — bringing you back to how this season of life truly felt.

siblings cuddling in a newborn session in the Bay Area

A session designed around you

No two families are the same. I take time to understand what matters most to you so your session feels natural, comfortable, and truly reflective of your relationships. The goal isn’t just beautiful portraits — it’s preserving the genuine connection that makes your family yours.

newborn album and framed image from a newborn photo session in the Bay Area

Guidance from start to finish

From planning and styling to designing and delivering your finished artwork, I handle every step — so you can simply show up, be present, and enjoy the experience without having to think about anything else.

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Next Steps

The Design Consultation: Before your Bay Area newborn or family photography session, we’ll connect to talk through your vision, your family, and what matters most to you. This is where we take care of every detail — so on the day of your session, you can simply show up and be present.

The Session: Whether it’s a quiet newborn session in your home or my Alameda studio, or an outdoor Bay Area family photography session, this is where everything comes together. I’ll guide you through the whole thing so it feels easy and natural — and we’ll capture the unique beauty of your family along the way.

The Ordering Appointment: This is where you’ll see your portraits for the first time. We’ll go through them together and I’ll help you choose what feels right for your home and your family.

Your Finished Artwork: Your heirloom artwork arrives ready to display — made to live in your home and be enjoyed every day.

Testimonials

“I especially adore how Megan has the ability to capture the unspoken beauty — the immense love we feel for our child and the quiet connections between us as a family. Each photo felt so genuine, like she was able to freeze time in the most meaningful way.”
“We loved working with Megan for our newborn shoot! She was so lovely to work with, highly efficient, and made the whole process easy and stress-free. The photos came back so quickly and are absolutely beautiful.”
“We have used Megan for several shoots, which should say enough within itself that we continue to use her time after time.”
“The session experience was so professional and even relaxing for us as new parents.”

Questions About Your Session

Most families reserve their Bay Area newborn photography session during the second or early third trimester to ensure availability around their due date. I schedule newborn sessions approximately one week after your due date and adjust as needed once your baby arrives.

If your baby is already here — or if you’re reaching out later in pregnancy — please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I intentionally leave space in my calendar each month for newborn sessions when possible.

Family and maternity sessions can typically be booked 4–8 weeks in advance, depending on the season. If you’re hoping for a sooner date, reach out and I’ll check availability.

You can learn more about booking a newborn session on my Newborn Photography page.

Newborn, first year, and milestone sessions take place in my Alameda newborn photography studio or in your home. Family and maternity sessions are photographed at outdoor locations throughout the Bay Area.

If you’re unsure which setting is the best fit for your family, I’m always happy to talk through the options and help you decide.

You can read more about what to expect from a studio newborn session or an in-home newborn session here.

Absolutely. Newborn, family, and maternity sessions are designed to capture connection — and that often includes parents and siblings.

There’s never pressure to participate in every image. During your session, we can photograph a variety of combinations, and at your ordering appointment you’ll decide which portraits feel most meaningful to keep and display.

Newborn sessions typically last 1–2 hours, allowing plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and capturing a relaxed variety of images.

Family and maternity sessions usually last about 45–60 minutes and are designed to feel natural and unhurried, while keeping things comfortable for young children.

After your session, we’ll schedule your ordering appointment where you’ll view your curated gallery and choose the collection and artwork that feel right for your family.

I’ll guide you through selecting your favorite portraits and deciding how you’d like them to live in your home — whether through fine art prints, heirloom albums, or custom wall displays. Once your selections are made, I professionally edit the portraits you choose and take care of all product ordering so everything arrives ready to enjoy.

You can learn more about the investment and artwork options on my Investment page.

Tell me a little about your family — I can’t wait to learn what you’re dreaming of

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Why I Became An Alameda Newborn & Family photographer

I grew up in the Bay Area, and after leaving briefly for college, I knew this was the place I wanted to come back to and raise my family. There’s something about the mix of nature and city, and the deep sense of community that has always felt like home to me. Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until I became a mother that it truly turned into my calling. Those early days with my own children opened my eyes to just how fleeting and meaningful this season is, and I found my passion in newborn and family photography.

Today, I work as a Bay Area newborn photographer serving families throughout the region, including newborn photography in San Francisco, Alameda and across the East Bay. The Bay Area gives us so much to work with — coastal beaches, open skies, tree-lined parks, and stunning blooms from lavender farms to almond blossoms and rose gardens. Exploring favorite photography spots around the Bay Area allows me to create sessions that feel natural, relaxed, and deeply personal, whether we’re capturing newborn photos, baby photography, or meaningful family moments.

My approach to Bay Area newborn photography is centered on ease and connection. I know how overwhelming life can feel with a new baby or young children, so I take care of everything—from planning and styling guidance to creating a calm, unrushed environment—so you can simply show up and be present. Sessions are designed to feel gentle and comfortable, allowing real emotion, quiet moments, and genuine connection to come through naturally.

As a mom and family photographer in the Bay Area, I understand how quickly these seasons pass. My goal is to create newborn portraits and family photography that feels timeless and honest — work that brings you right back to this chapter years from now. It’s a privilege to do this work in the place I’m lucky to call home, and I’d love to help your family preserve it too.