While in-home newborn sessions are some of my favorite to do year-round, the dipping temperatures make it an even cozier option if you’re looking for newborn photos in Peoria, Illinois! When the Midwest chill sets in, there’s no need to bundle up your baby or pack a diaper bag for a studio session—I bring everything to you.

Why In-Home Sessions Are Perfect During Peoria Winters

Your home is the warmest, most comfortable place for your little one—and that’s exactly what makes it the perfect backdrop for newborn photos. You can relax knowing everything you need is right within reach. Feedings, outfit changes, diaper breaks—it’s all easier when you’re at home.

Plus, we get to include all those personal touches that make your story unique. Maybe it’s a special swaddle from your alma mater (like this family’s Purdue University swaddle) or your baby’s first little Philadelphia Eagles sweater. These small details make your photos even more meaningful and tell the story of your family’s first days together.

Capture the Nursery You’ve Thoughtfully Designed

Your baby’s nursery is often filled with love and anticipation—every detail carefully chosen before they arrived. In-home sessions let us photograph that space while it’s still fresh and new. The crib you spent weeks choosing, the art above the changing table, the cozy chair where you rock your baby to sleep—all of it becomes part of your family’s story.

When to Schedule Your Newborn Photos

Newborn photos can be done anytime between 1–10 weeks of life, depending on when you feel most comfortable.

• 1–3 weeks old: Babies are typically sleepier and smaller, perfect for those tiny, curled-up poses and dreamy close-ups.
• 4–10 weeks old: You’ll start to see more eye contact, little smiles, and stretches—still full of love and magic, just with a bit more personality.

No matter when you schedule, your session will beautifully capture this fleeting stage of life.

Peoria, Illinois Newborn Photos That Feel Like Home

Every newborn session I photograph in Peoria, Illinois is centered on comfort, connection, and authenticity. Whether your home is filled with quiet snuggles or bursts of laughter from older siblings, we’ll document it all—exactly as it feels right now.

If you’re ready to book your in-home newborn photos in Peoria, Illinois, or you’d like to learn more about what a session looks like, I’d love to chat!