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.
"Their laughter doesn’t just fill the room—it fills the years with light."
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How many sunsets do we really get with our kids like this?
Before they stop running toward the waves.
Before they’re too big to carry.
Before beach days are just a memory.
Not trying to be dramatic—just honest. This season flies.
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A soon-to-be big brother, a very proud pup, and two parents soaking it all in before their world expands.
This season’s wild and sweet and a little bit chaotic—exactly how it should be.
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Honestly? They barely noticed I was there. So in love!!
Just two people, wildly into each other,
cracking up on the beach like it’s the only place that matters.
10/10 would third wheel again.
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Shot this sweet branding session for @brookes_mind_therapy at one of my favorite coffee spots—and yeah, it’s wild how much this neighborhood has changed. I used to live just around the corner back in college when it was... let’s say, a little rougher around the edges.
Time does its thing. Places evolve.
And I love seeing small businesses thrive in spaces that feel this good.
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