What’s better than the scent of the forest? What’s better than the scent of a newborn? How about the scent of both! The combo scent of earthy freshness of the trees with pure comfort from baby was so lovely to experience. This, plus the gorgeous visuals of morning light streaming though the forest created such a uniquely wonderful Sunday morning photoshoot with Mina at the UC Botanical Gardens in Berkeley.

Shout out to Mina’s awesome parent’s who wanted their first family photos to be at at a space they loved, the outdoors. Who says newborn photos have to be indoors anyway? Sometimes Mother Nature is home.

Baby K turned one year old and commemorated the big milestone with a birthday + extended family photoshoot. Kiana was absolutely adorable in her lace white romper and knee socks with bows, but even more adorable was her cherub face and bright eyes. Her family, who flew in from out of town to celebrate her, matched her vibe with a light colors palette full of texture. Everyone was dressed so perfectly, I couldn’t ask for a more photogenic and fun family!

Gosh you are so cute with your two bottom teeth smile and knitted knee socks! I loved capturing your first birthday milestone photoshoot with your amazing parents and beautiful grandma.

One of the prettiest and most expressive babies I’ve photographed (just look at those cute lips!) she is sure to melt the heart of everyone that meets her.

Baby L did the BIGGEST stretch during our at home newborn photo session and I about died from all the cuteness. Instant serotonin. I loved photographing this handsome tiny fellow with his sweet family. Just a week old Baby was so perfectly relaxed and got a great nap in while big brother played all around him. It was big brother’s idea to line up the cars in a heart shape around baby and it turned out so amazing!

Welcome to the world Joaquin. Hope these newborn photos reminds you of how much you've been loved from the beginning.

Baby Nicolás (Nico) came into this world on a Thursday afternoon at Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley via natural birth from his amazing mama Trixie. I photographed his first family photos on that Friday when he was barely 24 hours old.

Welcome to the world baby Hina. You are going to have the BEST time here with your super sweet parents. There’s a lot to learn about this life and you might feel lost sometimes, but always remember you have your big sister Ayumi to guide you along the way. She’s a whole lot of fun and you’re so lucky you already have a best friend. Always remember, you are so incredibly loved.

I had the best time photographing the Fassler family at their in home newborn lifestyle photoshoot at their Lafayette home. I was greeted by the cutest twin sisters dressed in princess print dresses who were so excited to show off their Moana dolls. Baby brother Adam was mellow but was such a happy little dude relaxing in momma and dad’s arms.

The vintage Nikon camera Javier brought was a thing of beauty (and I’m not just saying that because I shoot Nikon too) but what was even more beautiful was the family that he has created. Javier and his beautiful partner Adina were so connected and natural with each other, it was super easy to see their love. And together the created one of the CUTEST babies ever! I loved her gorgeous brown eyes and little smile so much!

All your life,

You were only waiting for this moment to arrive.

The Beatles (Blackbird)