Melbourne Maternity, Newborn & Family Photography Blog
A curated collection of maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography insights in Melbourne, designed to guide you through every stage of your journey.
Whether you’re expecting your first baby or navigating life with growing children, you’ll find guidance here that feels calm, considered, and genuinely helpful.
You know those sessions that just stay with you? Well this is one of them. I first met Eliza and Kyle when Eliza was pregnant with their first little love, Georgie. We captured her glowing maternity session through Aurora Joy Photography, then welcomed Georgie earthside with her newborn photos… and now, here we are again […]
June 15, 2025

Picture this: it’s 2 am, your baby is awake and hungry, and you’re fumbling in the dark to find a burp cloth, a nappy, and maybe even your sanity. Sound familiar? Enter The Ultimate Feeding Cart – your go-to solution for surviving those middle-of-the-night feeds and nappy changes like a pro. This little lifesaver keeps […]
March 15, 2025

Welcoming a newborn into your life is a magical experience, and capturing those fleeting first moments is something every parent cherishes. For families who prefer a minimalist yet deeply meaningful approach to newborn photography, baby-only Newborn Sessions offer the perfect solution. In this style of session, the focus remains entirely on your precious baby, with […]
December 7, 2024

Around 13 years ago, a chance encounter brought two souls together. Gavin and Ney met during a 12-week challenge at their local gym. Although Gav reckons, he first loved her when he saw her get off her motorbike, take her helmet off and swish her hair around like in the movies. Little did they know […]
October 17, 2023

Hey Mama! Let’s talk about the wild ride of motherhood and the selfcare we aren’t doing… Being a mum is one of the toughest and most rewarding jobs out there, isn’t it? I know firsthand just how much effort it takes to keep up with all the laundry, cooking, and driving to after-school activities. But […]
May 3, 2023

Family photos are a great way to capture memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it’s a traditional family portrait or a fun and candid snapshot, the right clothing can make all the difference. Melbourne family photographer Emma Baker, as put together this blog along with the WHAT THE HECK DO I WEAR guide (If […]
April 4, 2023

The connection between parents and their children is one of the strongest and most important bonds in life. Ones with love, trust, and shared experiences. But there are other connections that can be equally powerful, such as the bond between a guy and his vintage, glorious, classic Camaro. Emm has a way of creating the […]
April 4, 2023

I have been lucky enough to photograph this beautiful family since their first son was born about 6 years ago. Have documented the seasons of their life ever since, pregnancy, newborn, cake smash and family sessions. They are just sweet perfection in front of my camera. Sometimes you meet clients and have this instant connection, […]
January 26, 2023

Photographing my best friend Sammy and her beautiful family was the most exciting and nerve-wracking thing I thing I have ever done in my business. This includes that brief movement I took on births and large weddings. It wasn’t because I wasn’t confidant in my ability, but because I wanted her to have the most […]
January 26, 2023

A few weeks ago, I headed out to Greta (Close-Ish to the NSW border) to photograph my amazing friends Jess and Scott, their beautiful daughters and fur babies on their INCREDIBLE property. Check out their amazing Greta Family Photos! We were blessed with a glorious sunset but with all the recent rain the mozzies were […]
January 26, 2023
