A LOVE LETTER TO BABYHOOD, FROM MY HEART TO YOURS…

…And a sweet introduction to The Little Portrait Company

Dearest babyhood,

You are full of the softest whispers of time, tiny toes curled into sleepy stretches, squeals that fill the quiet of morning, eyes that hold entire galaxies. You arrive without warning, and then you bloom, quickly and quietly, while we’re busy rocking, feeding, soothing, loving.

And just like that… you’re gone.

A baby in a diaper sits on a white surface, playing with a wooden block and facing away from the camera—perfect for milestone photography or an in-home studio photography session.

This is why I created The Little Portrait Company. Not just for the sake of photos, but to hold onto you, sweet babyhood. To pause the rush. To remember how it felt when they first sat up on their own, giggled from their belly, or stood proudly, just once, before toppling into our arms.

Nestled right in my home, in Lincoln California, The Little Portrait Company studio was created with intention. A space that feels like a deep breath. It’s quiet here. Safe. Softly lit and filled with gentle, neutral textures that let your little ones be the focus, just as they are.

You don’t need to bring much. You don’t need to do much. Just come as you are, and I’ll take care of the rest. My studio is stocked with everything we need including natural and timeless props that photograph beautifully and never distract from what matters most: your child’s story.

This isn’t a high-traffic, overly styled studio. It’s cozy. It’s calm. It’s where your little one can stretch, snuggle, and play in peace while we preserve this fleeting chapter with tenderness and grace. As one of the main child and baby photographers in the Sacramento area, I believe that children should be the focus, just as they are in this moment in time.

These milestone sessions at 6 months, 9 months, and 1 year aren’t about perfect outfits or Pinterest poses. They’re about your baby, in this exact chapter. We keep it gentle and simple with soft tones, natural textures, and the kind of quiet that lets them just be.

And for you, mama…I want these photos to feel like a hug every time you look at them. To remind you that you’ve done something extraordinary. That even in the blur of sleepless nights and endless laundry, love was growing wildly in your arms.

These sessions aren’t solely for that first year. They are truly here for every stage of childhood that you want to hold close to your heart forever. Whether it’s one moment or many, you’ll walk away with images that feel like poetry, timeless, honest, and full of heart.

Smiling young girl with long dark hair, wearing a white dress and hair clip, captured in an in-home studio photography session against a light background.


A baby lies on their stomach, looking up, with a wooden letter block in the foreground—a sweet capture perfect for milestone photography.

Milestone Sessions – For Babies 6+ mos

Milestone sessions are perfect for photographing the adorable sitting & crawling stage of babyhood. Created for the 6 & 9 months milestones. Every session includes use of wooden toys, white stuffed animals & small “1/2” birthday hats. We will rotate as many items in and out as we can during their session.

Package Details:
Milestone Session – $300
20-Minute Session at my in-home studio
8 Images


Personality Portraits – For Littles 1 year+

These personality portrait sessions are all about capturing your child exactly as they are right now—silly faces, sweet smirks, shy glances and all. In just 10 minutes, we’ll create a series of timeless, expressive portraits that highlight their spirit and charm in a soft, minimal studio setting with beautiful light.

Package Details:
1 Child = 1 Time Slot = $250
10-Minute Session at my in-home studio
6 Images


Smiling baby with blue eyes in a brown sweater, standing against a light background—perfect for milestone photography by your Sacramento family photographer.

1st Birthday (No Cake) – For Babies 11+ months

Your baby is turning one! What better way to remember this milestone than with a timeless portrait session? Rather than a cake smash, these sessions offer a calm, thoughtful approach to documenting the wonder, personality, and tenderness of your child’s first year. We’ll create images that feel both classic and meaningful.

Package Details:
Milestone Session – $300
20-Minute Session at my in-home studio
1 outfit + diaper only
8 Images


Toddler with pigtails and cream on mouth wears a white sweater, looking at the camera with a raised hand—perfect for milestone photography or babyhood sessions by a Sacramento family photographer.

1st Birthday (w/ Cake) – For Babies 11+ months

It’s time to party! Cake Smash sessions are the perfect way to celebrate your little one’s big milestone with sweet, simple, joy-filled photos. Your session includes a 4″ vanilla naked cake, adorable props, and access to my client wardrobe for littles (sizes 6–18 months). These are baby-only sessions designed to keep the focus on all that birthday magic.

Package Details:
Milestone Session – $350
4″ Naked Cake with Vanilla Frosting 
30-Minute Session at my in-home studio
1 outfit + diaper only
8 Images


3 Session Milestone Bundle

For Babies 6/9/12 months (Includes $200 Album/Print Credit)

Capture every stage of babyhood with this 3 session bundle, designed for families who want to document all the sweetest transitions—from sitter to crawler to standing on their own.

6 Months, 9 Months,1 Year – Birthday Session or Cake Smash

These sessions are perfect for showcasing your baby’s blossoming personality, milestones, and their fleeting little details!

Every session includes the use of wooden toys, white stuffed animals, and age-appropriate accessories like small “1/2” birthday hats or minimalistic props for first birthdays. We’ll rotate through as many items as possible during each session. Includes $200 Credit towards a custom Linen Heirloom Album or Wall Art Prints

Package Details:
Bundle Price – $900
$200 print credit
Three separate sessions at my in-home studio (20 minutes 6 & 9 months. 30 minutes cake smash)
8 Images Per Session – option to upgrade to the full gallery
Solo Baby Only

INCLUDES $200 PRINT CREDIT 
Your bundle includes a $200 credit to use toward an heirloom album or fine art prints from any of your sessions.

Truly, Chelsea


About Chelsea

Chelsea Kukuruda is a lifestyle photographer with a deep love for capturing the gentle, fleeting beauty of babyhood and motherhood. Specializing in newborn, maternity, and family sessions, she’s known for her soft, natural style and a calming presence that puts even the tiniest clients at ease. Chelsea is based just outside Roseville, California, and serves families throughout the greater Sacramento area, including Lincoln, Auburn, Folsom, Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills, and surrounding towns. Her sessions are filled with quiet connection, thoughtful details, and a whole lot of heart.


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7/23/2025

A LOVE LETTER TO BABYHOOD, FROM MY HEART TO YOURS…

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