Newborns

Some sessions stay with you long after the gallery goes out. This is one of them. It was a studio newborn session for baby Grant, the second son of a dual-military family. As a Newborn Photographer Alexandria families trust, I get to capture these fleeting first days often. But this one was different. What a […]

Today I’m excited to share this sweet baby boy’s newborn session. What I love about being an Alexandria Newborn Photography studio is getting to document new babies and their parents in a timeless, natural way. Everyone comes to the session a little unsure of what to expect, but quickly parents feel comfortable when they realize […]

This Fresh 48 session at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center was one of the most meaningful I’ve had the privilege of photographing — and it started the way all the best ones do: with a room full of people who couldn’t stop looking at the newest, tiniest person in it. The hard part was […]

There is something especially meaningful about in-home newborn photography in Alexandria. After all, this is where your baby’s story begins. It’s where you bring them home. It’s where the quiet moments unfold. Recently, I photographed the sweetest baby boy in his Alexandria home. And truly, this session was everything I love about newborn photography. The […]

Bringing home your first baby changes everything. The moment you hold your little one, your whole world shifts. Life feels fuller, but time seems to move faster. That’s exactly what I thought as I photographed baby Celine’s newborn session. When it comes to newborn photography in Alexandria VA, timing is everything. These first weeks pass […]

As an Alexandria Newborn Photographer, I love creating sessions that feel peaceful, elegant, and focused on what truly matters—your baby. This studio session was quiet and simple, with every element chosen intentionally. The result was a timeless gallery full of beautiful, heartfelt moments. Soft Neutrals and Natural Light For this session, we used soft, neutral […]

Welcoming a new baby is such a precious moment in your life as a new parent. You want to cherish every tiny detail – those delicate fingers, soft wisps of hair, and peaceful expressions. At Melissa Sheridan Photography, I offer a luxury Northern Virginia Newborn Photography Studio experience. My goal is to capture these fleeting […]

Sometimes, second chances lead to the most meaningful photos. As an Alexandria VA newborn photographer, I’ve seen it before – a family hires a photographer, but the images fall short or never even arrive. That’s what happened to this sweet family. Their first session didn’t reflect the beauty and tenderness of those early days. So […]

Finding a newborn photographer can be overwhelming. If you’ve been looking for a while, it can all start to look the same, right? Here are 6 Questions to Ask Your Newborn Photographer before hiring one to ensure that they are professional and the right fit for you. 6 Questions to Ask Your Newborn Photographer What […]