San Diego newborn photographer
a story of your baby’s first days
You're going to want to remember this.
Bringing a new baby into the world is a beautiful, fleeting experience.
Those first weeks fly by in a blur of cuddles and sleepless nights—
your little one changing before your eyes.
I understand how quickly these moments slip away...
and that’s why I’m here to help you preserve them in a way that feels effortless and meaningful.
With a calm, baby-led approach, I create timeless newborn portraits that
celebrate the magic of life with a new baby and the sweetness of these early days.
More than just photographs, these images are transformed into tangible art—
something you can hold, display, and treasure for a lifetime.
AN EASY Newborn Session
Welcoming a new baby is a whirlwind,
so I’ve designed my sessions to be simple and seamless.
From outfit guidance to creating a cozy, soothing environment,
I handle the details—
you just enjoy the moment and watch the images unfold.
Your baby's comfort comes first— a gentle baby led approach
With years of experience handling newborns,
I ensure every pose is gentle, natural, and baby-led.
Your little one’s comfort always comes first.
A Peaceful Studio Setting, Thoughtfully Designed for Newborns
My Carlsbad studio is the perfect space for your newborn session—
filled with soft natural light, calm energy, and everything we need already prepared.
It’s a relaxed, baby-led environment where you can simply show up, settle in,
and let me create timeless portraits of your little one.
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TIMELESS SIMPLICITY
My newborn sessions focus on genuine family connections,
capturing this fleeting time in a relaxed, natural way—
in my peaceful Carlsbad studio, designed just for babies and new parents.
My style is soft, organic, and baby-led—
I gently guide your little one into comfortable, natural poses without stylizing or using props,
because babies are perfect just as they are.
Tiny fingers wrapped around yours, sleepy smiles, the way they stretch or curl up—
these simple, beautiful moments are what I love to capture.
They’re only this little once, and these images are made to last a lifetime.
This is how I remember my own babies, and it’s how I photograph yours.
Invest in memories
That last a lifetime -
because they grow and change
in the blink of an eye.
Booking Your Newborn Session
Newborn sessions are typically scheduled within the first 10 days of life,
while your baby is still in that sleepy, curled-up stage.
I recommend booking during your pregnancy to ensure availability for these sessions.
Some families choose to wait a bit, and that's fine too.
I also welcome older newborns and love this more active stage of the newborn era.
If you’re ready for a relaxed, full-service photography experience
that captures your baby’s earliest days in the most beautiful way, let’s chat.
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Pro tip: If you’re preparing for your first days home with a newborn,
The Bump has helpful tips for creating a cozy environment and navigating those early weeks.
You can also check out my maternity portraits or see more family sessions as your story grows.
Want to learn about what it’s like in my cozy, light-filled studio?
Get in touch to hear about my studio photography experience.
Vallentyne Photography is a portrait studio in Oceanside, CA, with a newborn studio in Carlsbad, CA, serving North County and San Diego. With 20 years of experience, we specialize in natural, timeless portraits for families, maternity, newborns, and seniors—capturing genuine moments on location or in our beautiful portrait studio.
We’re here to make the process easy and enjoyable. Let’s start with a quick chat about what matters most to you. We’d be honored to create portraits you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
When clients say the photos exceeded expectations, it’s the highest compliment. Every detail, every edit is done with love and care to bring out your family’s unique beauty. ❤️📷 #AttentionToDetail #FineArtPhotography
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Photographing families means capturing generations of love, laughter, and legacy. 🌎📸 Grateful to each family who lets me turn those moments into art. #LegacyPhotos #FamilyPhotographer
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Client love! ❤️ ‘Heather made us feel so comfortable, and the photos turned out better than we ever dreamed!’ Every session is about making you feel at home in front of the camera. #CarlsbadFamilyPhotography #MomentsThatMatter
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I`m often asked, "When is the best age to do photos?"
My answer?
"All of them"
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One minute, you`re walking them into kindergarten with a backpack that’s almost bigger than they are… and somehow, you`re standing on the beach, watching them get ready to graduate high school.
It goes fast. Too fast.
That’s why senior portraits matter.
Not for the cap and gown—but for who they are right now.
The smile that still looks a little like their five-year-old self.
The confidence that came from years of growing up under your wing.
Let’s capture it—before the next chapter begins.
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Photography isn’t just about capturing moments—it’s about preserving memories.
I want you to look back at these photos and remember how it felt to hold your baby, what their giggles sounded like, all the little things!
Because they`re only little once. 💕
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