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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.

There is not a right or wrong time to photograph growing bellies.  So much depends on how fast you are showing, how you are feeling physically and emotionally, and what protocol your health care practitioners have suggested for you.  Generally speaking the 27-33 week window has been a common time for mothers to have a belly to show off, but still feel comfortable and free to move around.  

Maternity Photos with children
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When to book a Maternity Session | Philadelphia, PA

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?

Think of your photography session as an evening enjoyed together, exploring and spending time together as a family. And when you live just outside of Philadelphia on the Main Line you are blessed with greenery all around, gardens to explore and wild nature to play in.

Outdoor Candid Family Photos
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Family Photography

Candid Family Photos | Main Line PA

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 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 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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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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Natural Newborn Photography: Indoor Lifestyle, Philadelphia

Our time together should be enjoyable, your children should have fun, your partner should think “that wasn’t so bad…” We want feel-good feelings attached to this experience so the images can bring warmth and smiles.

A mix of family photography and newborn photography during a natural lifestyle newborn photography session in Philadelphia
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Lifestyle Newborn Photography: Family on The Main Line, Philadelphia

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

Me too.

STEPH KINES

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