Your Wisconsin Maternity, Newborn and Baby Milestone Photographer
I'm Becky
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Capturing the First Hours You Never Want to Forget
There is nothing quite like those first hours after your baby arrives — the tiny yawns, the curled toes, the soft hospital blankets, and the quiet moments where everything feels brand new. A Fresh 48 session captures all of it while your baby is still fresh, wrinkly, and brand new.
If you want something emotional, raw, and truly meaningful, this session is for you.
What Is a Fresh 48 Session?
A Fresh 48 is a newborn session that takes place within the first 24–48 hours after birth at your hospital or birthing center. Unlike a traditional newborn session, this one focuses on the real, tender moments right after delivery:
• Baby’s first stretches • Meeting siblings • Dad holding baby for the first time • Tiny details (hospital bracelets, little feet, swaddles) • Breastfeeding or bottle-feeding moments • Cuddles with mom in the hospital bed
No posing. No props. Just your baby’s first story.
Where Fresh 48 Sessions Happen
Finch & Mae Photography travels to: • Madison WI hospitals • Sun Prairie & surrounding area hospitals • St. Mary’s Hospital • Meriter Hospital • Columbus Community Hospital • Fond du Lac & Beaver Dam hospitals • Home births throughout Wisconsin
If your hospital isn’t listed, just ask — I’m happy to travel.
Why Families Love Fresh 48 Sessions
✔ Emotional, documentary-style storytelling ✔ Captures the tiny details before they change ✔ Perfect for remembering the early hours you barely recall ✔ Siblings meeting for the first time ✔ Doesn’t require your home or nursery to be photo-ready ✔ A beautiful complement to your newborn session
What to Expect During Your Session
I quietly enter the room, move slowly, and allow space for bonding. The session lasts around 30–45 minutes and is completely baby-led. I document things naturally without pressure or stress.
Ready to Capture Your Baby’s First Hours?
If you’re expecting in Madison, Sun Prairie, or surrounding Wisconsin areas, I would love to document your Fresh 48 story. 🤍 Inquire here
Your Wisconsin Maternity, Newborn and Baby Milestone Photographer
I'm Becky
welcome to the journal
One of the most beautiful things about living in Wisconsin is the way each season looks completely different — and each season offers something magical for maternity photos. Whether you love warm sunshine, blooming fields, cozy sweaters, or snowy winter light, there’s a perfect time and location to document your motherhood journey.
If you’re planning maternity photography in Madison WI or Sun Prairie, this guide will help you choose the right season, location, wardrobe, and overall aesthetic. As a light-and-airy maternity photographer, I’ll walk you through how each season photographs, the vibes they create, and how to choose the best backdrop for your session.
Let’s explore your options — season by season.
⭐️ Spring Maternity Sessions (April–June)
Spring in Wisconsin is soft, fresh, hopeful, and filled with pastel tones — perfect for mothers who love feminine, airy, romantic images.
What makes spring perfect for maternity photos:
✔ blooming trees ✔ soft green fields ✔ mild temperatures ✔ golden evening light ✔ neutral, romantic tones
Best locations around Madison & Sun Prairie:
• McCarthy Youth + Conservation • Pope Farm Conservancy • Token Creek • Local fields • Soft, neutral meadows
• Governor Nelson State Park • Finch & Mae’s Property • McCarthy Youth + Conservation in Sun Prairie • Indian Lake in Cross Plains • Soft neutral meadows
What to wear in summer:
• flowy maxi dresses • soft blush, beige, sand, ivory • light linen or chiffon • simple sandals or barefoot
Vibe:
Warm, romantic, airy, glowy.
⭐️ Fall Maternity Sessions (September–November)
Wisconsin fall is absolutely breathtaking — soft oranges, muted golds, warm neutrals, and cozy textures.
• Cherokee Marsh • Local trails near Sun Prairie • Token Creek • Small-town roads with foliage • Nature conservancies
What to wear:
• oatmeal sweaters • neutral dresses • taupe + ivory outfits • layered textures • boots or bare feet
Vibe:
Cozy, warm, neutral, intimate.
(Tip: avoid bright orange or patterns — stick to soft neutrals for timeless images.)
⭐️ Winter Maternity Sessions (December–March)
Even though winter is cold, it’s one of the most magical seasons for maternity photos — especially for families who love clean, minimal, bright imagery.
Your Wisconsin Maternity, Newborn and Baby Milestone Photographer
I'm Becky
welcome to the journal
When to Book a Newborn Photographer in Madison, WI
Welcoming a new baby is one of the most emotional, fleeting seasons of life. The days leading up to your due date are filled with excitement, nerves, and a long list of things to prepare—but booking your newborn photographer should be near the top.
If you’re in the Madison, Sun Prairie, Rio, or surrounding Wisconsin areas, here’s exactly when to reserve your newborn session and why timing matters for the soft, dreamy images you envision.
The Best Time to Book
Most families reserve their newborn session during the second trimester—typically between 12–24 weeks.
This gives you:
• Priority scheduling around your due date
• Time to plan maternity photos
• Peace of mind knowing your session is secured
• Access to Baby Plan memberships with guaranteed spots
Because newborns photograph best between 5–21 days old, booking early ensures your photographer can fit you in during that ideal window.
Why Earlier Is Better
Newborn calendars fill quickly—especially for studios like Finch & Mae that offer:
• Customized, baby-led posing
• Soft, neutral styling
• Studio wardrobe access
• Baby Plan membership spots
• Fresh 48 + in-home options
Booking early also gives you time to plan maternity, milestone, and one-year sessions so your baby’s journey is beautifully documented from bump to beyond.
If Baby Arrives Early or Late
No worries—your due date simply holds your spot. Once baby arrives, we choose a session date during the newborn window. Flexibility is always built in.
Ready to Secure Your Newborn Session?
You deserve a calm, comforting newborn experience and timeless photos that will mean even more as the years go by.
→ Inquire about newborn sessions or Baby Plan memberships today.
Your Wisconsin Maternity, Newborn and Baby Milestone Photographer
I'm Becky
welcome to the journal
Preparing for your newborn session shouldn’t feel stressful — it should feel calm, simple, and supported. Whether you choose a studio session or an in-home lifestyle session, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know so you feel confident and relaxed on the day of your photoshoot.
As a Wisconsin newborn photographer specializing in soft, neutral, baby-led imagery, I’ve crafted a workflow that keeps babies happy, parents comfortable, and sessions peaceful.
This guide covers: • what to bring • how to prep baby • what parents should wear • studio vs. in-home setup • feeding tips • how long sessions take • and how I keep everything baby-led and safe
Let’s make your newborn session a beautiful experience from start to finish.
⭐️ Section 1: Before the Session — What You Can Do
1. Keep Baby Awake Before the Session
A little awake time (30–60 minutes) helps baby sleep more peacefully during the session.
2. Give Baby a Full Feeding Right Before Arrival
A full belly = a sleepy, content baby. If baby arrives hungry, we’ll simply pause for a full feed.
3. Loosen Their Diaper
20–30 minutes before the session helps avoid diaper lines on skin.
4. Dress Baby in a Zip Sleeper
Make undressing easy without waking baby.
5. Bring Only the Essentials
• extra milk • pacifier (even if baby doesn’t typically use one) • burp cloth • diaper + wipes
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