Leslie Whitaker 7/11/25 Leslie Whitaker 7/11/25

Extended Family Newborn Session with Baby Girl | Shreveport Newborn Photographer

Newborn baby girl held by her parents, surrounded by both sets of grandparents from Italy and India — A beautiful extended family newborn portrait featuring a baby girl held by her mother, with both sets of grandparents standing together — a blend of love and heritage from Italy and India, captured in a timeless moment of joy and connection

There are sessions that feel extra special—and this was one of them. This wasn’t just a classic newborn session. It was a celebration of generations coming together to welcome a brand-new life.

This sweet baby girl was surrounded by so much love in my Shreveport studio. Her parents brought both sets of grandparents to the session—one set visiting all the way from Italy, and the other from India. It was beautiful to witness and even more meaningful to document. These were some of the first portraits they would ever have all together, and the emotion in the room was palpable.

We began with baby-led posing in soft, neutral tones—creamy whites, warm browns, and soft grays that let her delicate features shine. She wore a cozy bear romper and was swaddled in textured wraps from my curated wardrobe. As always, everything needed for baby was provided in-studio, so the family could simply relax and enjoy the moment.

We photographed baby girl solo first, then brought in the grandparents for generational portraits that feel timeless and emotional. Watching each grandparent hold her for the first time in front of my lens was incredibly moving. These are the kinds of images that become heirlooms—the ones their family will look back on for years to come.

What I love about extended family newborn sessions is the way they expand the story. It’s not just about a baby’s first days, but the people who waited, prayed, and traveled across the world to be part of her welcome.

If you’re expecting and hoping to include family in your session, don’t hesitate to ask. I love capturing multi-generational moments that reflect just how deeply loved your baby is.

Newborn baby girl in cream knit outfit sleeping in a wooden bowl — A soft and cozy newborn portrait featuring a baby girl in a fuzzy cream teddy bear onesie, captured on a matching neutral background.

Macro photo of newborn baby girl lips and chin — A detailed macro image highlighting the soft lips and delicate features of a newborn baby girl.

Newborn baby girl wrapped in white with a soft headband — A timeless newborn portrait with a baby girl swaddled in white, her head adorned with a delicate cream bow

Close-up of a newborn baby’s fingers resting on her swaddle — A macro image of tiny newborn fingers, gently curled on soft white fabric

Newborn baby in a rattan basket with greenery, posed with arms hanging over the edge — An earthy, organic newborn setup with a baby girl posed in a woven basket, surrounded by greenery for a nature-inspired feel

A softly lit newborn portrait showing the baby girl’s profile, swaddled and resting with natural light highlighting her features

Father gently cradling his newborn daughter in his arms — A quiet and powerful image of a father holding his daughter with tenderness, highlighting the strength and emotion of parenthood

Newborn baby girl cradled by both parents in the studio — A full family newborn portrait showing both parents holding their baby girl in soft, flattering light

Grandparents holding their newborn granddaughter and smiling — A joyful generational portrait featuring grandparents embracing their newborn granddaughter, surrounded by love

Newborn with both sets of grandparents in a studio family portrait — A beautiful extended family photo with a newborn baby held in the center, surrounded by her grandparents from both sides — one set from Italy, the other from India

Mother gently kissing her swaddled newborn baby — A quiet and emotional moment as a mother kisses her newborn daughter’s forehead while she sleeps

Newborn baby girl swaddled in white, lovingly held by her Italian grandparents

Leslie Whitaker 5/31/25 Leslie Whitaker 5/31/25

aby Emersyn’s Newborn Session | Sweet Pastels & Timeless Neutrals

Say hello to baby Emersyn, the star of this dreamy newborn session! With her soft features, chubby cheeks, and the kind of expressions that make your heart skip a beat, this little beauty gave us so much sweetness to capture.

We began her session with cozy neutrals—creams, taupes, and a hand-knit bonnet that made her look like she belonged in a vintage storybook. Tucked into a soft basket with layers of texture and warmth, Emersyn gave us a good stretch and a perfectly pouty little brow.

Next, we leaned into softness and subtle detail. From her dainty lace headband to the scrabble tiles spelling her name, every element was chosen to keep the focus on her. There’s something so timeless about the way neutral setups allow her features to shine—her little hands, her rosy skin, and those tiny baby rolls that are just everything.

We wrapped her in dusty rose for a classic pose that felt sweetly feminine, and finished with a soft lilac setup that gave the perfect pop of pastel. Her sleepy expressions—and that one cheeky pout—were truly the icing on the cake.

This gallery feels like a collection of peaceful moments and preserved memories. Baby Emersyn, you are already so loved.