What is a Milestone Session? It’s your chance to document all of your baby’s newest developments/milestones during their first year (tummy time, sitting, standing, crawling, walking, birthday). If you’re a first-time parent, there’s a lot to think about and gather before and after your baby arrives. There’s a good chance you haven’t thought of having your baby’s first year documented in the hustle and bustle of newfound parenthood. Here are reasons things to consider booking milestone sessions throughout your baby’s first year of life. 

1. YOUR BABY IS LEARNING NEW SKILLS 

A baby’s first year is full of exciting moments and firsts. Mastering tummy time push-ups, grabbing their chunky little toes, sitting up, crawling, standing, and walking are some of the many firsts you’ll enjoy. With every new skill, they’ll be onto the next before you know it. 

2. THEY’RE ONLY THIS SMALL ONCE

It’s no secret your baby won’t stay this small forever. Before you know it, they won’t be doing any of their firsts anymore (at least not in the same way). It’s a good idea to have them photographed as soon as they’ve mastered a new skill before the opportunity has passed. 

3. YOUR BABY’S PERSONALITY IS BEGINNING TO SHOW 

Little giggles, full-body squeals, and joyful expressions are in full swing! It’s amazing how much personality is already developing during your baby’s first year. Little quirks that seem silly now may very well turn into long-lasting personality traits. Won’t it be fun to look back and say, “you used to give me that same exact mischievous look when you were a baby” and then pull out a photo to prove it?

4. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS WILL HELP YOU CAPTURE ALL THE DETAILS YOU WANT TO REMEMBER

When time has passed and your memory gets a little foggy, photos will help you remember what your baby looked like at this age. They’ll remind you what their personality was like, of the curiosity in their eyes as they held their heads up for the first time, how chubby their cheeks were and the exact way they would grab at their little feet in perfect detail. You’ll almost be able to hear their squeals of delight as they found pride in exploring their newfound skills.

5. AS A GIFT TO YOUR FUTURE SELF 

Your future self will be glad you have photos to touch and thumb through whenever you’re feeling nostalgic or your kids want to see what they looked like when they were smaller. Don’t rely on photos on your cell phone or hard drive. When technology fails, your quality prints and albums will remain confidently preserving your most cherished memories. Trust me, your future self will thank you.