San Diego Newborn Photographer
Beautifully Simple & Timeless Newborn Photography
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 simple and timeless newborn portraits that
celebrate the magic of life with a new baby and the sweetness of these early days.
More than photographs—pure and natural portraits of your growing family.
something you can hold, display, and treasure for a lifetime.
A NATURAL 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 pure, 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, beautiful 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 natural light 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.
Most family photos don’t get used.
Not because they weren`t good—
but because they were never turned into something beautiful and tangible.
They stay on phones.
Or get printed in a way that doesn’t feel quite right.
That’s why I guide my clients through creating something beautiful for their home—so their photos don’t just exist, they’re part of everyday life.
Be honest—have you ever printed your photos and felt a little disappointed with how they turned out?
Your portraits should be artwork that makes your house feel even more like home. If you’d like that kind of art on your walls, let’s plan it together.
What sets my sessions apart is the planning—we take care of the details so your only job is to enjoy. If that’s the experience you’d like, I’d love to hear from you.
Some families tell me they’ve been meaning to do portraits for years. If that’s you, this is your sign. Let’s create something meaningful together.
As a full-service photographer, my job doesn’t end at the camera—I help you bring your portraits to life in your home. If that sounds like what you’ve been missing, let’s talk.
MODELS NEEDED 🤍
I’m building out my new studio portfolio and looking for a few select models this April ✨
If you’re:
• Expecting (3rd trimester)
• Or have a baby 6–12 months (sitting, not yet walking)
I’d love to hear from you!
These are complimentary sessions designed to create soft, natural, elevated portraits in my new light-filled Carlsbad studio (or on location if you prefer).
To apply:
Email me at heather@vallentynephotography.com with a quick snapshot of your family + whether you prefer studio, location, or either.
I’ll send over details + next steps 💌
Please email only (no DMs) so I can keep everything organized 🤍
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