Maternity + Newborn - Saguaro and Spruce Photography

Maternity, Newborn, & Milestone

These moments won't last forever. Let's capture them beautifully!

Hey there! I'm Nicole, a Mesa, Arizona based newborn and maternity photographer.

pregnancy and babies aren't forever. you deserve this time to be beautifully documented.

Being a mom myself, I remember those long months of pregnancy and sleepless days and nights with a newborn. It all kind of becomes a big blur. That’s why I love maternity and newborn photography! I have the privilege of capturing you at a time in your life that is so precious and short. It is also a beautiful time, despite all the adjustments and potential chaos. I want you to have beautiful images that you can look back on as your baby grows and changes.

I specialize in working with expecting moms and newborns and have over 6 years of experience doing so. Sessions with me have a light and positive atmosphere- we will take the time needed to capture you and your baby. Sessions can take place in your home or at my studio in North Mesa. When you book with me, I’ll provide you a newborn session guide so you know what to wear, prepare and expect. All of my clients also get access to my client closet- so there is little stress about what you or baby will wear! Once we start our session, I will guide you the whole time and come prepared with swaddles, headbands, hats, props, and everything for baby.

I walk away from my maternity and newborn sessions often feeling like I’ve just made new lifelong friendships and I can’t wait to feel the same way after working with you!

My COMMITMENTs to yOU

1. Fast Turn Around

I know you are excited to see how your photos turned out and so am I!

After our session I will send you a gallery with the strongest, best images from your session. You will be able to choose which images you like best (and purchase additional images or upgrade to full gallery). Your gallery will be back to you within 2-3 weeks of our session.

2. Natural, Relaxed Posing and a PATIENT photographer

You’re not the only one who may feel uncomfortable in front of the camera and that’s why I’ll come prepared to help best pose you…you’ll notice those butterflies disappearing within minutes! I also know how stressful it can be to do family and newborn photos. I can assure you I am up for the challenge and will approach every situation with a fun attitude and LOTS of patience.

3. Beautifully Edited Images

During my editing process I will carefully look over all of your images and pay close attention to skin tones, details, and more. Your photos will come out looking consistently beautiful.

Basic retouches are included in all sessions. Fine-art retouching is included for the signature newborn sessions.

Read some kind words from clients

Nicole is so amazing to work with! She has a way of bringing out the best in everyone and capturing it in her photos. She’s taken pictures of our family several times, and every time I’m amazed at how well she can get my kids to work with her, and their little personalities always shine through! Our newborn session was my favorite. Nicole caught so many beautiful, candid moments with each of us and our baby, especially with my older kids. She is quick to get our photos back to us, with a wide variety of poses and options to choose. The pictures she’s taken of our family over the years are so precious to me!

Sara Ormsby

Client

Nicole is the absolute best photographer! She is so sweet and fun to work with and has done a wonderful job capturing my growing family. I will treasure my newborn pictures forever and look forward to having Nicole capture more memories each year!

Jessica Murray

Client

Nicole just did our newborn session and I am completely in love with our photos. First of all, she got them to us faster than any other photographer I’ve worked with. The lighting, editing, and posing were all beautiful. The session itself was fun, flexible, and easy - she did a great job capturing shots of my wiggly 3 year old at the same time as a fussy newborn - I’m sure that was difficult but she made it look easy. I have so many images to choose from, and it’s impossible to narrow down just a few favorites because there are SO many good ones. Can’t recommend Nicole enough!

Nicole Hoschouer

Client

InCLUDED IN EACH SESSION

Location Guide

When it comes to choosing a location for your outdoor maternity session, I know it can be overwhelming to think about where you’d like to go. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Once you book, I will send over a location guide that has 20+ locations across the valley that have great backdrops and beautiful light. You’ll get the chance to look it over and let me know if there’s some place you’d like to go.

Session Guide

You won’t be left alone to plan your upcoming session! After booking I will send over my maternity and/or newborn session guides which will walk you through each step of planning your session- from choosing a color palette to knowing what to wear to what to do to best prepare a month/week/hour before your session.

Access to My Client Closet & Styling Assistance

I am so excited to be offering a closet to my clients. I currently have over 30 beautiful dresses that can be worn for any kind of shoots- and I’ve got a diverse selection in sizes XS-3X.

You do not need to bring anything for baby- I’ve got you covered with cute outfits, bows/headbands, and the best swaddles for photos.

You are welcome to use my client closet free of any additional charge. Once you’ve booked I will send over my guide!

HOW IT WORKS

Booking Your Session

Click the button below to submit an inquiry. You will need to select the package/session you are interested in- if you’re still deciding, no problem! Just let me know in the question portion!

Once your inquiry is submitted, I will respond within 2-3 business days. From there I will confirm your session selection and grab your due date as well as send your session/location guides and the contract/invoice. Once the retainer is paid, your date (maternity) is solidified and I will save space for your baby near their due date!

Once baby is here, I’ll ask you to reach out to me ASAP so we can get you on the calendar. Newborn sessions are best done within the first 2 weeks of baby’s life.

Depending on which session you book, I am available to help you pick out outfits. You also have access to my client closet and may set up a time to try on dresses. My session guide will help you through all the planning- from what colors to wear, to which location you’d like, and on! I am also here for you when you need me!

Planning your Session

All of my clients will receive both a session and location guide to help you prepare for your upcoming maternity or newborn session. These guides are super helpful and include important information such as what colors to wear, what to expect, how to prepare baby, etc! I also offer outfit consultations to my signature package clients.

Prior to your newborn session I will provide you with a document that includes photos of all of the baby props and colors I offer in the studio. You will then be able to make your selections and let me know if you have any requested poses, props, colors, etc through a questionnaire. I will always do my best to accommodate your requests but will follow baby’s lead during the session.

The day of your session is meant to be great! Do not stress about the details. I will help guide you through poses and promise you to make it as stress-free as possible. We can take breaks as needed for baby (and toddler siblings!)

Select Your Images + Delivery of Your Gallery!

2-3 weeks after your session you will receive a gallery of the strongest images from our session. I will make sure to provide a variety of choices for you. The number of images you are guaranteed to receive will depend on the package you choose.

After viewing the full gallery, you will be able to purchase additional images for $15/image or upgrade to a full gallery for $150.

Newborn Sessions

Let's capture your new arrival and beautiful family.

Investment starts at $400 plus tax

30% NONREFUNDABLE RETAINER DUE TO BOOK

newborn sessions are scheduled on weekdays only (Typically around 10am)

Save $100 when you book a Newborn session with a signature maternity session!

Newborn Packages

All newborn essentials are provided- outfits, wraps, props, etc. Best time to book your newborn session is at the beginning of your 2nd trimester. Limited spots available each month!