Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Baby Photographer in Carlsbad, CA
Lovely Baby Photography has been capturing maternity, newborn, children's, and family sessions since 2009. With over sixteen years of experience in the photography industry, the studio specializes in creating heirloom-quality portraits through natural newborn photography, outdoor and studio maternity sessions, cake smash events, and family photography. Located in Carlsbad, California, the business offers a personalized, luxurious experience by limiting client numbers to ensure dedicated attention.The studio provides curated wardrobe selections, professional makeup and hair services, and custom sets designed to create timeless memories. Clients receive same-day image reveals and access to high-resolution digital files, wall art, and heirloom albums. The founder's passion for preserving precious moments stems from personal regret over missing professional newborn photos of her own children, driving her commitment to helping families document their stories through artful photography.
Services
Maternity
Newborn
Milestone
Family
Cake Smash
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 16+ years of specialized newborn and family photography experience
- Our studio provides same-day image reveals and full editing services
- We maintain a luxury experience by booking only one session per day
- Clients receive access to 150+ couture maternity gowns and newborn props
- We guarantee heirloom-quality printed products with every session
What people say
Very professional
Wonderful collection of dresses
Baby whisperer
Great experience
Repeat customer
Services
Newborn Photography
Our Luxe Newborn Session includes six styled prop setups, 56 classic poses, and timeless family portraits. With professional hair and makeup for mom, snacks for comfort, and one session per day, we ensure relaxed, detailed captures. Clients receive 10 high-resolution digital images with options for additional products.
Maternity Photography
Luxe Maternity Sessions feature professional hair and makeup, plus access to 150+ couture gowns. We capture five unique looks with outfit and backdrop changes, including 10 high-resolution digital images. Sessions focus on celebrating motherhood with artistic, timeless compositions.
Cake Smash Sessions
Full-service first birthday photography with 250+ themes, three custom backdrops, and family portraits. Includes professional styling, cleanup bath session, and 10 digital images. Designed to capture joyful milestones in a fun, memorable environment.
Milestone Sessions
Documenting developmental stages from 3 months to 1 year, these sessions capture personality milestones. Includes outfit changes, playful poses, and 10 digital images. Ideal for families tracking their child's growth journey with artistic documentation.
Family Photography
Custom sessions for multi-generational families, including wardrobe coordination and outdoor/studio options. Features sibling interactions, parent-child bonding moments, and heirloom-quality presentation. Designed for families seeking timeless group memories.
People
Stacey
Owner & Lead Photographer
With 16+ years of newborn and family photography experience, Stacey founded Lovely Baby Photography in 2009. Based in Carlsbad since 2015, she specializes in luxury sessions that combine artistic vision with personalized service, creating timeless portraits for hundreds of San Diego families.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, milestone, cake smash, and family photography sessions at our Carlsbad studio.
How much do your photography sessions cost?
Most clients invest around $2000 for sessions, which includes professional styling, same-day image reveals, and curated products.
What's included in a newborn photography session?
Our newborn sessions include six prop setups, 56 poses, family portraits, and 10 digital images with printing rights.
How far in advance should I book my session?
We recommend booking maternity sessions 2-3 months in advance and newborn sessions during pregnancy due to limited availability.
Do you provide wardrobe and props for sessions?
Yes! We offer 150+ maternity gowns, newborn props, and coordinated outfits for family sessions at no extra charge.
How long does it take to receive finished photos?
You'll view images the same day, with fully edited digital files delivered within 1-2 weeks after your session.
Reviews (5)
Emilee Erickson
Sep 14, 2021
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Stacey with Lovely Baby Photography was wonderful!!! The entire experience was something I will never forget to capture our babys first birthday! From coordinating your session prior and all the details, to the moment you receive your pictures, she is so helpful every step of the way and has such quality in her work. Her studio is adorable and has everything you could possibly need! I was impressed with the quality of her props and how much ease the session had. I will be recommending her to all my family and friends in the area as I totally trust her to make something beautiful and that will
Kristina Burch
May 21, 2021
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Stacey is great! She responded super promptly to my original inquiry and the entire process of booking was a breeze! She takes care of literally everything for the cake smash session, including the cake! From the outfit choices, to the different backdrops she has everything you could want to capture your childs 1st birthday! She was super patient with my energetic little guy who didnt want to sit still for any of his pictures! Highly recommend her!
Adrineh Arabian
Jan 28, 2021
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Positive:Quality
I loved her photoshoot props, mini studio ,artsy photoshoots, her personality and location of the studio. She deserves 5 starts .
I loved her photoshoot props, mini studio ,artsy photoshoots, her personality and location of the studio. She deserves 5 starts .
Swati Patel
Jun 28, 2020
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Stacey was great with my daughter for her 1 year photoshoot. She has a studio where she takes care of everything, even the cake! She has a great collection of outfits, accessories and sets to choose from. She was very professional and great with my daughter - we got some really good photos. I would recommend her to anyone looking to get photos taken of their babies, newborn or milestones.
Yin
May 31, 2020
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You will tell Stacey is not only professional but she really is passionate about her job. Our baby had so much fun and that's what every parent would like to see in addition to having good pictures taken. Just like Stacey will tell you, she will take all of the work out of the session for the parents, and you will just need to be there and have fun with your kid(s).
