The first days at home with your baby deserve to be remembered exactly where they happened. Not because your home is perfect, but because it's where your family's story begins.
As a Philadelphia newborn photographer, I photograph families in the comfort of their own homes throughout Philly and the surrounding suburbs. Everything happens on your baby's schedule, so you can stay home, settle in, and enjoy this season.
You're in the right place.
Finally, something about having a newborn is easy.
Every Philadelphia newborn photography session is thoughtfully planned around your family's pace, personality, and the little details that make these photographs feel like yours. Before your session, I'll start getting to know your family and what's important to you, so that when session day arrives, we can simply follow your baby's lead and you can be fully present for the moments that matter most. From meaningful heirlooms to favorite spaces and the rhythms of your new life together, every session is designed to feel relaxed, natural, and personalized to your family.
YOU’RE in the RIGHT PLACE
IF You'RE LOOKING FOR:
— You’re in the right place.
Artwork that still looks beautiful in twenty years
Images that feel relaxed and natural instead of overly posed
The in-between moments and tiny details captured too
A session that feels calm while you're still figuring out how to function on three hours of sleep
Philly Newborn photographer
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Serving Philadelphia families, the Main Line, and surrounding suburbs.
Courtney Landrum is a Philadelphia newborn photographer with over 15 years of experience behind the camera. Her goal is to create photographs you'll love and make the experience feel easy.
meet Courtney
Courtney is truly an artist–
We Are absolutely thrilled with our experience.
If you're looking for a maternity and newborn photographer in the Philadelphia area, I can't recommend Courtney highly enough!
— Deb, South Philly Newborn Session
No packing diaper bags. No rushing out the door. Just a calm, baby-led experience in the comfort of your own home, and photographs that help you remember the best parts of these early days.
Session HIGHLIGHTS
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Intentional Planning to Understand Your Family
We'll connect on a planning call to talk about you, your style and vision, and what matters most in this season.
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Capture the Beauty in Your Everyday Life
You do not need a magazine house for beautiful photos. A window with good light and the people you love most already do the heavy lifting.
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Flexible Throughout the Whole Session
Some babies sleep the entire session. Some need extra cuddles the whole time. Both are normal. We work with the day we’re given.
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Thoughtful planning from the start.
Every session begins with a conversation about your family, your home, and the little details that will make these photographs feel like yours.
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A session that adapts to you and your baby.
These sessions are completely baby-led from start to finish. We pause for feedings, diaper changes, cuddles, snack breaks, and whatever else your family needs in the moment.
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Photographs designed to live beyond a screen.
After your session, you’ll have the option to purchase digital images, custom framing, and heirloom albums designed to actually live in your home instead of disappearing into Dropbox.
“Such a great experience working with Courtney. We have beautiful pictures of our baby that we will always treasure!”
— Abigail C.
Initial Inquiry
You’ll receive my newborn session pricing guide, and we can hop on the phone so I can learn more about your family and what you want to capture.
Reserve Your Session
To reserve space on my calendar, you’ll book with a signed contract and retainer. Once baby is here, we’ll choose a session day based on how everyone is settling in.
Planning + Styling
You’ll receive a session guide, questionnaire, and a styling call with me so we can coordinate outfits together, including shoppable recommendations for the whole family.
Session Day
When I arrive, we settle in slowly. I’ll guide you through the session while photographing family moments, baby-only images, and all the tiny details you never want to forget.
Gallery Delivery
Within 3 weeks of your session, you'll receive an online gallery of your photographs. You can download purchased images in both color and black and white.
Artwork Design
I’ll help you turn your favorite images into meaningful artwork for your home. From prints to albums, we’ll design pieces you’ll love living with every day.
Featured Philadelphia newborn Sessions
Baby Led Newborn Photos in Philadelphia
An In Home Newborn Session with Siblings
A Lifestyle Newborn Session at Home
ALL the LITTLE DETAILS
Timing
Most newborn sessions happen within the first three weeks, but there’s no hard deadline. Older newborns photograph beautifully too.
Availability
I take a limited number of newborn sessions each month so there’s flexibility when babies arrive.
Location
Sessions take place in your home anywhere in Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs.
Baby's First Year
A membership designed for growing families, from maternity to newborn and the milestones that follow. Includes 3+ sessions over 18 months, priority booking, exclusive savings, and other perks just for members.
KIND WORDS
“Courtney was such a pleasure to work with! She had such a calming presence and made us feel so comfortable.”
She makes the whole process so simple! Our little man was fussy during the session and she was still able to capture great photos. You couldn’t even tell he was upset! — Meghann L.
“She captured our baby and our family so beautifully it even brought my mom to tears.”
We absolutely loved working with Courtney for our newborn photos. She was professional and responsive. She was able to make posing feel easy and natural, which can be a challenge in postpartum. The photos are absolutely stunning. We’ll cherish them forever. — Jessica S.
Frequently asked questions
Do you travel outside of Philly?
Yes! I photograph families across Philadelphia, and I also serve nearby areas including South Jersey and surrounding suburbs.
What areas of philly do you serve?
I regularly work with families in Center City, Fishtown, Rittenhouse, Queen Village, Old City, and surrounding neighborhoods.
When will we receive our photos?
Your gallery will be available to view within 3 weeks of your session. If you need them sooner, rush delivery services are available.
What if my home is too dark?
I work with whatever natural light is available and adjust my approach based on your space so everything stays soft and natural.
How long will my session last?
At-home newborn sessions in Philly typically last between 90 minutes and 2 hours with plenty of time for breaks as needed.
When should i schedule my session?
I recommend reaching out during your second trimester to book. We'll confirm your session date when your baby arrives.
