New life brings a quiet, unscripted beauty. As your Chicago newborn documentary photographer, I capture your ‘love bubble.’ I avoid the distraction of props or poses. Instead, I focus on the raw connection of your growing family
The Heart of a Chicago Newborn Documentary Photographer
The first few weeks with a baby are a beautiful blur. You likely live in a haze of oxytocin, exhaustion, and awe. When you hire a Chicago newborn documentary photographer, you can finally relax. Most importantly, you do not need to “perform” for my camera. Your home does not need to be perfectly clean either. I believe your real life outshines any posed studio session. Consequently, my lens celebrates the honesty of your home.
Documentary Newborn Stories: From the Hospital to the Nursery
I photograph Fresh 48 sessions at Rush University Medical Center, West Suburban Medical Center (Oak Park), Prentice Women’s Hospital, and Elmhurst Memorial Hospital — plus other Chicago-area hospitals on request. Based in Forest Park, I’m minutes from Rush and West Suburban, so I can be there fast when your little one arrives.
Choosing Adri to take our photos at such a special time in our lives was one of the best decisions we made. We knew we didn’t want your average family photos, but photos that felt more authentic to who we are at this stage in life. Adri took the time to really get to know us and our story and you can truly see that reflected in her work. She captured our hearts in each and every photo. We are so excited that we get to look back at these for a lifetime and remember how it felt as we welcomed our first child into our world. We can’t wait to share these photos with our little one as he grows older!
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Preserving Details with a Chicago Newborn Documentary Photographer
I prioritize the details that change the fastest because those moments are fleeting. Specifically, I focus on the flaky skin, the tiny yawns, and the “newborn scrunch.” This unposed style creates space for genuine emotion to breathe. Although we are taking photos, we are actually bottle-aging this moment. so you can revisit this feeling forever.
Planning Your Chicago Newborn Session
Usually, families book their session during the second trimester. This timing ensures a spot on my calendar near your due date. We will work together to find the best light in your home. Since I am well-versed in the unique lighting of Chicago’s medical centers, your hospital photos will look stunning.
I love following my clients as their stories grow over time. If you have older children, you can view my Chicago Family Photography Portfolio to see how I document toddlerhood. My approach to Lifestyle Family Sessions is just as honest and unposed as my newborn work.
Ready to document your Fresh 48 or newborn story? Based in Forest Park, I serve families at Rush, West Suburban, Prentice, Elmhurst Memorial, and throughout Chicago and the western suburbs. See What’s Included + Pricing →