Babies in baskets are cute. Babies in perfect poses and curated wraps is an art. But Steph Kines Photo has taken the age old idea of what newborn photography is and turned it on its head. There is still a wonderfully accessible world of studio newborn photography, but Steph has started a more natural style […]

Nothing fancy. No travel. No distractions. Be in your own space and live your morning of a new parent. The intimacy of being on your own bed, with no rush or time constraints lead to genuine moments among the people you love most. We need a window and snuggles. That’s it. Modern photography is bringing […]

Welcoming your newest baby to the family is quite the celebration. I often get asked if grandparents can be part of the at-home photography experience and my answer is always, yes! A collection of images from this time to make your future heart sing. This is your session. Whether we are celebrating first babies, third […]

SOLO MATERNITY PHOTOS AT HOME Maternity photos are for you and your future self. A session to document what your body went through to make you a mother. Typically, the 27-33 week mark is a good guideline for when to book your maternity photos at home. But it really depends on your comfort level, how […]

Welcoming a new baby into your home is one of the most magical moments in life. Those early days are filled with snuggles, sweet yawns, tiny hands, and the unmistakable scent of a newborn. As a Main Line newborn photographer for nearly 7 years, photographing in your home is my specialty. If you’re looking for […]

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania It is never too late to get baby photos in your home! Life after birth can be a blur. Before you know it, a few months have gone by and you just can’t believe your baby will be six months old. I tell all my clients that anytime you photograph your family is […]

There is one place and one place only that is the backdrop for newborn photography. That place is newborn photos at home. Not only is home where the real work happens, but it creates a keepsake for your family. To look back at photos taken in your own nursery or on your parent’s bed is […]

There is a way to take your own, beautiful maternity self portraits at home with your phone. Tell the story of your growing belly for you.  Sometimes things are just for you. Not to be displayed in your home and not to be shared with the masses. Sometimes documenting your own life is a treasure that you do for future you.

Preparation for a newborn session with a family five is the most important part of our booking process. Your newborn will guide us between posing and lifestyle imagery- depending on their sleepiness or their alertness. The older siblings, depending on age, will be in an out of the frame, taking little breaks to play and wonder around the home to decompress.

That is the best part of having a photographer come to YOU when you have three children to manage. Their toys, their soothing activities, their private space to relax is right there. It takes a little bit of the pressure off and allows us to go with flow of the morning.

These images were taken in two rooms and two rooms only. I could have done the entire session on the couch. There was so much fun, laughter and young energy here! So many little games and stories to tell and kisses to give. Soon this family of three will be a family of four and this time together will be a chapter in the books.