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Maternity mother holding her belly with her husband hugging her

As an expecting parent, you might be wondering if maternity photos are worth the investment, especially with newborn photography already on your radar. While capturing your baby’s first days is undeniably special, maternity photos serve an equally important purpose in preserving the journey that led you there. Here’s why maternity photography is just as valuable […]

Why Maternity Photos Are Just as Important as Newborn Photos

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PHOTO OF NEWBORN NURSERY

Oakley Newborn Photographer Nestled in the charming town of Oakley, California, where the pace of life is leisurely and the community spirit is warm, a recent in-home newborn session unfolded into a truly heartwarming experience. From the moment I stepped into this cozy Oakley home, it was clear that this session would be a celebration […]

Oakley Newborn Photographer | Vanessa Montano Photography

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Livermore, Brentwood Family Maternity and Newborn Photography

Let’s be real: family photoshoots are a bit like that reality TV show you secretly watch—awkward, chaotic, and full of funny moments that only your family will understand. If you’re anything like me, you’ve been on both sides of a photoshoot: the side where you try to get the perfect picture, and the side where […]

Family Photography Poses That Feel Natural | Bay Area Family Photographer

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Big sister posing with new baby sister who is a newborn

I LOVE in-home sessions SO MUCH! They showcase your brand new family member in the comfort of their own home with their parents, siblings, and pets! Babies change SO MUCH in those first few weeks, so I love being able to capture that new goodness for parents. Take a peek into my lifestyle newborn session […]

In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Photography Session Preparation Guide for New Mothers in Livermore California

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Pregnant mother to be hugging her husband touching belly

Congratulations! There’s a new little one on the way! I’m so glad that you are thinking about maternity photography to help you document this amazing transition for your family. I may be weird, but the months I was expecting my kids are some of my favorite of my entire life (even the ones when I […]

Embracing The Glow: A Journey Through Maternity in Walnut Creek, California | Bay Area Maternity and Newborn Photographer

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New mother looking at her newborn baby

I recently had the pleasure of photographing a newborn session with a sweet family at their home in Danville, California. As I arrived at their cozy house I was greeted by their sweet dog.  I had previously done a Maternity Session with mom and dad a month prior and was so excited to meet their […]

In-Home Newborn Photos in Danville, California

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Mother watching big brother touch newborn baby in hospital setting image by Vanessa Montano Photography a Bay Area Newborn Photographer

Updated  May 27, 2026 Documentary hospital newborn photography across the Bay Area. Unposed, intimate Fresh 48 sessions at John Muir, Kaiser, and Sutter hospitals. Fresh 48 sessions document your baby’s first hours after birth in a natural, unposed way. As a Bay Area Fresh 48 photographer, I photograph newborns and families in hospitals throughout Northern […]

Bay Area Fresh 48 Photographer | John Muir, Kaiser & Sutter

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Mother and Father looking down at newborn baby

There are so many options for you to choose from when it comes to capturing your new baby, and it can be overwhelming trying to decide which session(s) you should choose. You can hire someone for a birth story, Fresh 48 session, or newborn session – either lifestyle or posed. And don’t forget the maternity […]

Fresh 48 vs Newborn Session

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