Maternity | Newborn| Family
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK PHOTOGRAPHER
Your family in this moment is worth remembering.
You might not feel like yourself right now—or maybe you’re soaking in every second of this season. Either way, this chapter matters.
These months move fast. They’re raw, tender, and powerful. Maternity photos aren’t just for today—they’re for the future. They’re for the little one growing in your belly, who will one day feel joy and comfort in seeing how deeply they were loved and cherished before you even met.
Let’s capture this beautiful season so you’ll always have a piece of it to hold onto.
Your beautiful baby is earthside now,
and your family is forever changed.
The days may feel long, but this season is short. You find yourself memorizing every tiny feature—the newborn scrunch, that soft sigh—because you want to hold onto it all, exactly as it is, before it changes again.
During newborn sessions with Jess Palmer Photography, your little one will be photographed in natural, comforting poses that keep them safe, cozy, and content.
No unnatural poses.
No distracting costumes or props.
Just your little one—perfect exactly as they are.
You can’t freeze time—but you can
capture the moments that matter.
You deserve to remember your family—just as you are right now. Not just once, but over and over again, as your little ones grow and change.
These seasons don’t last forever. The baby curls into a toddler. The giggles turn into full-blown belly laughs. And suddenly, you’re wondering where the time went.
That’s why family photos matter. They bring you back to the joy, the connection, and the small moments that make up your real life—not the perfectly posed version, but the honest, heartfelt one.
Whether you return each year or once in a while, every session tells a chapter of your story. I’m here to help you capture it all—beautifully, simply, and just as you are.
Hi! I’m Jess,
Your Rochester Family Photographer
Growing your family and bringing home a new baby is wonderful…and hard. Whether you’re adjusting to newborn life or trying to wrangle everyone for a family session, I know how overwhelming it can feel. As a mom of two, I understand how full your days are and how quickly your little ones grow.
That’s why I focus on capturing the beauty of your family exactly as you are—whether you're in the sleepy newborn bubble, in the midst of never-ending toddler negotiations, or dragging your teen to another family photo session.
My approach is calm, laid back, and centered around your family’s unique connection. For newborns, that means safe, baby-led posing—no props or stiff setups. For families, it means relaxed sessions with gentle guidance so you can feel at ease and focus on what matters most: each other.
From booking to gallery delivery, I’ll walk you through every step so you can be present in the moment, not worrying about what’s next. Whether we’re capturing your baby’s first weeks at home or playing in your favorite Rochester park as your kids grow, I’ll be there to preserve this chapter of your story—honestly, beautifully, and just as you are.
Your story is unfolding—one season, one chapter, one milestone at a time. Let’s make sure you have something beautiful to look back on.
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