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I'm Steph, Philadelphia's Natural Newborn Photographer serving young families and expecting Mother's in Bucks County, the Main Line and Philadelphia areas.

These are lifestyle photos, using natural light, guided prompts and natural engagement among the people you love to create modern and unexpected portraits for your family.

My sessions are child-led as we capture the feeling of this time in a natural, organic way.

I get asked often if pets can be included in newborn photos and the answer if always yes.  During our booking process, we talk about your pet’s age, personality and how comfortable they are around the new baby.  

If the introduction between your newborn and your animal has gone smoothly and you feel confident including them in our session, we can bring them into the photographs in a variety of ways.

Including pets and dogs in your newborn session at home
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Newborn Photography

Including Pets in Newborn Photos at Home

In most cities, maximizing natural light can be a challenge with urban structures blocking the sun, especially in Philadelphia or other east coast cities. Moving through the seasonal living in the Mid-Atlantic calls for creativity when trying to brighten gloomy, overcast winter days.

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Featured Nurseries

Feminine Woodland Nursery in Philadelphia, PA

My entire booking process is digitally sound and efficient. It will save you time and brain power, I promise. Through a series of links, videos and imagery, you will be able to easily find the answer to most of your questions through my Welcome Guide.

Natural Newborn Photography
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Advice + Tips

How does the booking process work with Steph Kines Photo?

The newborn photography window will change depending on who you ask. For the type of work I do, the first 6 weeks of life, to me, are considered newborn.  Here is what to expect during the three phases of this time period:

Newborn Photography at Home
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When Should I book a Newborn Photographer?

Lifestyle photography leans more towards unposed, real reflections of your everyday life, captured in an artful way.  Our goal is to shine light and feeling on the life you are living now, moving away from posed and prompted smiles.

Lifestyle family photography session
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What is Lifestyle Photography?

Welcoming a newborn baby and having a toddler to care for is a lot! That is why having your newborn photos taken in your own home is the way to go. No bags to pack, no nap times disrupted, snacks and stuffies on hand.

Newborn Photography at home with a toddler
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Newborn Photography

Newborn Photos with a Toddler | Philadelphia PA

This Mother was a little unsure of hiring a professional newborn photographer to come to her home, but she was sooooo happy she said yes! This sweet baby has changed so much over the past few months that his newborn photos are now a memory to be relived.

Natural Newborn Photos in your Home
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Newborn Photography

Newborn Photos at Home | Philadelphia PA

Looking for a newborn photographer in Media, Pennsylvania, but not exactly sure if lifestyle photography is what you want? Follow me on Instagram or spend some coffee time perusing the blog to feel is this approach is for your and your growing family.

Lifestyle Newborn Photo
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Newborn Photography

Lifestyle Newborn Photography at Home | Media, PA

The Motherhood Experience is a two part photography package. We first photograph your life as an expecting mother- a maternity session to remember this time that has been for so long. Whether it is arrival of your first baby, or your fourth, each milestone is to be honored before you shift into the new.

Steph Kines Photo Natural Indoor Newborn Photography Philadelphia
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Natural Photography | Philadelphia

There is a natural magic that unfolds when photographing inside your own home. For newborns, this is where they first travel to, where they rest and eat and cry and look around with wonderment. For new parents, this is where they figure it all out-

Natural Newborn Photography
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Newborn Photography

Natural Newborn Photography: Indoor Lifestyle, Philadelphia

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YOU within 48 hours!

Are you ready to create something unexpected and beautiful for your heart and your home?

Me too.

STEPH KINES

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