Business Details
12 Years
experience
Boutique Maternity & Newborn Photography Studio
Founded in 2014, Cherilyn Haines Photography is a boutique maternity, newborn, and baby photography studio serving the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. Our owner, Cherilyn Haines, brings a deeply personal approach to capturing life's most precious moments, combining technical expertise with a genuine love for working with families. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in creating fine art portraits that celebrate pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood milestones.Our studio prioritizes comfort and connection, offering tailored sessions that reflect each family's unique story. We maintain the highest standards of professionalism while fostering a warm, approachable atmosphere that puts clients at ease. Our commitment to quality extends to every detail, from styling choices to final image delivery, ensuring lasting memories that exceed expectations.
Services
Maternity Photography
Newborn Portraits
Baby Milestone Sessions
Fine Art Portraits
JOY Plan Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Specialized in maternity, newborn, and baby photography since 2014
- Personalized sessions tailored to each family's unique story
- Artistic approach combining technical excellence with emotional connection
- Experienced in handling delicate newborn posing and safety protocols
- Curated collection of styling elements for timeless, cohesive portraits
What people say
Sweet session
Perfectly classic look
Sleeping like a dream
Sweet little smiles
Beautiful hand-made quilt
Services
Maternity Photography
Document the beauty of pregnancy through elegant, artistic sessions that celebrate motherhood. Our studio offers multiple styling options and poses that highlight the natural glow of expectant mothers while ensuring comfort and safety throughout the session. Each portrait is carefully composed to create timeless images that families cherish as heirlooms.
Newborn Portraits
Capture your newborn's earliest moments with professionally guided sessions that prioritize baby's comfort and safety. We specialize in classic posing techniques and curated prop selections that create cohesive, artistic compositions. Sessions include multiple setup options and swaddled poses to accommodate each baby's natural rhythms while creating lasting memories.
Baby Milestone Sessions
Track your baby's growth through personalized milestone sessions from birth to first birthday. Our JOY Plan includes multiple visits that document developmental stages while incorporating meaningful keepsakes. We use age-appropriate props and settings to create cohesive storytelling images that showcase your child's unique personality at each stage of infancy.
People
Cherilyn Haines
Photographer & Studio Owner
Founder and lead photographer with over a decade of experience in maternity and newborn photography. A breast cancer survivor and IVF mother, she brings personal empathy to capturing life's precious moments. Specializes in creating emotionally resonant portraits while maintaining technical excellence in every image.
Questions
What age ranges do you photograph?
We specialize in maternity through first birthday sessions, including newborns (0-28 days), babies (3-12 months), and milestone celebrations like first birthdays.
How long do sessions typically last?
Newborn sessions usually take 2-3 hours to accommodate feeding and soothing breaks, while maternity and older baby sessions typically last 1-1.5 hours depending on outfit changes and client preferences.
Do you provide props and accessories?
Yes, we maintain an extensive collection of professionally sanitized props, wraps, and backdrops specifically curated for maternity, newborn, and baby photography sessions.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking maternity sessions during the second trimester and newborn sessions pre-birth to secure preferred dates, as our schedule often fills 2-3 months in advance.
