Baby Plan | Wisconsin Newborn and Milestone Photography

Madison Newborn Photographer

October 8, 2026

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The Finch & Mae Baby Plan is filled with a variety of sessions ranging from maternity throughout the first year. This includes, newborn, 6 month milestone and a motherhood session.

If you are expecting a baby in 2027, there is a good chance you are already realizing how much there is to buy and plan.

The nursery. The baby shower. The car seat. Appointments. Clothes. Nursing supplies. Childcare. Bottles. Researching pediatricians. The list is literally endless. Yet, somewhere in the chaos of research, buying things and the excitement.. you start thinking about photos.

Most families remember to book their newborn photos but they don’t ever think about what comes after that. Some mamas honestly don’t even think of newborn photos but they know that they want maternity portraits to document this time. This is why the Baby Plan exists. When you book a Baby Plan, you are getting maternity, newborn, 6 month milestone, cake smash and a motherhood session with the option to add additional milestone sessions on at a discounted rate. My goal is for you to have me there to hold your hand throughout the entire first year. I am here to help you remember to book your sessions, we plan together and I watch your family grow. It’s honestly so special.

What is the Finch & Mae Baby Plan?

The Finch & Mae Baby Plan is designed for families who want consistent, timeless photography from pregnancy through baby’s first birthday.

For $950 + tax, the Baby Plan includes:

-Maternity session

-Newborn session

-6 month milestone session

-First birthday portraits + cake smash

-Motherhood session during baby’s first year

Monthly payment plans are available to make it easier, it spreads out the investment from the time of booking until your baby’s 11th month. This eliminates needing to pay for each individual session.

The studio is located in Rio, WI and serves families throughout the Madison area and surrounding communities including WI Dells, Sun Prairie, Milwaukee, Appleton, Tomah, Baraboo, Fond du Lac and beyond.

Why book a Baby Plan instead of separate sessions?

The biggest benefit is quite simple.

You don’t have to keep starting over.

You already know your photographer.

I already know your family.

Your sessions are planned with the same style and approach.

And instead of suddenly realizing that your baby is seven months and you forgot about the six month milestone, I already have this taken care of.

A first year photography plan also give your galleries a cohesive feel.

Your maternity photos, newborn portraits, milestone sessions, cake smash and motherhood photos all look the same and have the same timeless feel.

If you love clean, simple, neutral and timeless baby portraits, then the Baby Plan is for you.

Your baby will change more than you realize in the first year.

Newborn portraits get a lot of attention and understandably so.

Your baby will never be that tiny again.

The curled up legs, tiny fingers, sleepy expressions. The way they fit against your chest.

But newborn is just the beginning of their story.

By six months, your baby may be working on sitting up, laughing and grabbing everything in reach.

By one year? That newborn stage seems so long ago.

When we photography several stages throughout the first year, you can actually see the transformation.

That is what makes the Baby Plan so special.

Maternity Photography: Where The Story Begins

A maternity session gives you something that newborn photos simply can’t recreate.

It captures the season before your baby arrives.

Your body has changed.

Your family is waiting.

There is an anticipation, excitement and this genuinely is such a special feeling.

For Baby Plan families, maternity portraits is the beginning.

Newborn Photography Without Overcomplicating It

Newborn photography does not need to be filled with elaborate themes, complicated setups to be meaningful.

My newborn work focuses on your baby, your family, tiny details and the connection.

This may include your baby wrapped, posed simply, parents and siblings or snuggles.

The goal is to create newborn images that feel beautiful years from now.

My newborn sessions are entirely baby led and it is such a reassuring feeling for families that I don’t rush your baby.

For families looking for a newborn photographer near Madison, WI, the studio offers a calm, neutral space without requiring you to prepare your home before a photographer arrives.

The studio is filled with everything you could need!

Why the 6 Month Milestone Matters

The 6 month milestone is one of my favorite stages to photograph.

Babies around this age are often expressive.

They smile.

They laugh.

They play with their feet.

They are working on sitting up.

Their personality is shining.

First Birthday Photos + Cake Smash

The first birthday session brings everything full circle.

You started with maternity.

Then your tiny newborn.

Followed by a smiling six month old.

Now.. your baby is turning one.

Baby Plan families receive their first birthday portraits with a cake smash.

Mom and Dad can join in!

Cake smashes are kept without theme to keep the focus on your baby. It allows for us to truly capture who they are and it’s honestly so fun.

A Motherhood Session Is Included Too

One of the biggest reasons I include a motherhood session in the Baby Plan is because moms are not in the photos often enough. Ask me how I know.

These are the moments you deserve to be a part of.

You deserve more than just a selfie or an unappealing photo.

Monthly Payment Plans Make The Baby Plan Easier

One reason families tend to put off portraits is cost.

The Baby Plan is designed to make that easier.

Instead of suddenly paying for sessions throughout the year, the plan allows you to spread your total cost out.

Families can choose from paying the full cost up front or they can break the total into monthly payment that goes from time of booking until your baby is 11 months old.

What Does The Baby Plan Cost?

The current Baby Plan special is $950 + tax.

It includes:

Maternity

Newborn with parents and siblings

6 Month Milestone

First Birthday Portraits (Parents Included) + Cake Smash

Motherhood Session

Monthly payment plans are available.

A limited number of Baby Plan families will be accepted for 2027.

Is The Baby Plan Only For Pregnant Families?

Nope.

The Baby Plan works best when booked during your pregnancy however families have booked a Baby Plan after their baby arrives and they swap out what would be their maternity session for an additional milestone session.

When Should I Book My Newborn Photographer?

Earlier than you think.

Newborn photographers tend to book up rather quick. Booking earlier ensures that you get a spot on my calendar. While, I do my best to get in babies that have already arrived, I cannot always guarantee it.

Baby Photography in Rio, Madison, & South Central Wisconsin

Finch & Mae is located in Rio, WI with families traveling from Madison, Sun Prairie, Waunakee, Beaver Dam, Baraboo, WI Dells, Fond du Lac, Tomah, Green Bay, Milwaukee, and beyond.

The studio specializes in simple, timeless baby photography with an emphasis on your baby and family rather than elaborate themes.

If you have been searching for a:

Madison WI Newborn Photographer

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Baby Photographer near Madison, WI

Maternity Photographer Wisconsin

Baby Milestone Photographer Wisconsin

Cake Smash Photographer Wisconsin

First Year Baby Photography Package

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Then the Baby Plan may be exactly what you are looking for.

Reserve a 2027 Baby Plan Spot

The Finch & Mae Baby Plan special is only $950 + tax.

Inquire about the Baby Plan

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