the newborn scrunch won't last forever, but your newborn photos will
Congratulations on this exciting chapter in your life! Whether you’re celebrating your growing family with maternity photos or capturing your baby’s first few days, I’m here to provide a calm, stress-free, and memorable experience that will result in photos you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Welcome + Congratulations!
Maternity + Newborn
1 HR session (Outdoors, in home, or in my studio)
75-100 hand-edited images delivered in an online gallery with a print release
Travel within 40 Miles of 55427
Investment: $550 | INCLUDES:
*I've found the best time for maternity photos is typically between 28-32 weeks. By this time, you’ll have a beautiful belly without feeling too uncomfortable or risking baby making a surprise early appearance!
maternity session
My approach to maternity photography is calm and guided, making sure you feel comfortable and radiant. I want you to feel confident, beautiful, and relaxed during our session.
1-2 hour session
75-100 hand-edited images delivered in an online gallery with a print release
posing + swaddling assistance
Individual shots of baby, plus images with parents and siblings
Investment: $650 | INCLUDES:
studio newborn session
Held in my natural light home studio in New Hope, these sessions are perfect if you love clean, timeless images with soft, natural tones.
1-2 hour session
75-100 hand-edited images delivered in an online gallery with a print release
Calm, baby-led posing
Individual shots of baby, plus images with parents and siblings
Travel within 40 Miles of 55427
Investment: $750 | INCLUDES:
Capture the warmth and intimacy of your new baby in your own home. These lifestyle sessions embrace the natural flow of your family’s interactions, creating beautifully authentic moments.
in-home newborn session
Newborn sessions are typically best within the first 5-14 days after birth, while babies are still very sleepy and curl easily. However, if you’ve already passed that window- don’t worry! I photograph babies of all ages, and older newborns often bring more eye contact and personality.
If you’ve already booked during pregnancy, you’ll simply reach out after baby arrives so we can finalize your date.
When to Schedule
What I Capture
- Baby alone (swaddled, unwrapped, detail shots)
- Baby with parents
- Baby with siblings
- Family together (the heart of the session)
Posing & Direction
I’ll gently guide you into natural, flattering positions that capture your genuine connection. My goal is to make it feel effortless and calm- not posed or forced.
What to Expect
Mikala Machemehl Photography offers wedding and family photography for easygoing, sentimental people who value preserving their family's memories through timeless, high-quality images.
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota - Serving clients worldwide
