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Our Story

There was a time when newborn photography in the hospital was limited to quick, purely clinical snapshot. Only capturing the baby in a swaddle, with no real emotion behind it.

In 2007, our founder reimagined what that experience could be, bringing a home-studio approach into the hospital to create something more natural, meaningful, and true to each family’s story.

Fast forward 18+ years, and Bella Baby Photography now serves families nationwide. Alongside Bella Life Photography, we continue to document life beyond those first hours from maternity through every milestone that follows. Our photographers specialize in natural, authentic storytelling. They capture real connection, genuine emotion, and the fleeting moments that matter most.

Because to us, it’s about more than just photos. It’s about creating memories that feel as timeless as the love behind them. 

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63,000

+

Families photographed in 2025

80

Hospitals served in 2025

175

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Photographers employed in 2025

What's new

  • Now offering newborn photos at the following hospitals: 

    • Wisconsin: Advocate Aurora hospitals- Bay Care, Grafton, Kenosha, and West Allis

    • Illinois: Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital

    • Texas: Methodist Celina Medical Center

  • Now offering Bella Life photography in the following locations:

    • Phoenix, AZ

    • San Diego, CA

    • Fort Worth, TX