Family of three smiling on white outdoor steps — baby girl in pink dress with rose headband — IDTPhoto milestone session Chicagoland
9-month baby girl in white lace dress reaching toward ornate mirror reflection — outdoor vintage sitter session by IDTPhoto
Baby girl laughing with arms out as milk splashes dramatically around her in outdoor tub — IDTPhoto milk bath sitter session
Mom laughing with pure joy as baby girl stands with parents' help on venue lawn — IDTPhoto 9-month outdoor sitter session Chicagoland
Aurora, IL · Chicagoland

Baby Milestone Sessions

3 months. 6 months. 9 months. One whole year. Each stage is fleeting — and each one deserves to be remembered.

Every Stage Is Worth Capturing

The first year goes so fast. One moment they're a sleepy newborn, and before you know it they're pulling themselves up and getting into everything. Our milestone sessions are designed to document each stage — so you have a complete portrait of your baby's first year.

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3 Months

The Smiler

Baby is holding their head up, starting to smile, and is wide-eyed and curious. This is the last session where they still look like a newborn — and one of the most precious.

  • Tummy time poses
  • Close-up detail shots
  • Parent interaction poses
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6 Months

The Sitter

Baby can sit up on their own (or almost!) and their personality is really starting to shine. Giggles, babbles, and big eyes make 6 months one of our favorite sessions.

  • Seated & supported poses
  • Personality-driven candids
  • Sibling poses welcome
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9 Months

The Mover

Crawling, pulling up, maybe even cruising — this is an active, dynamic session full of energy and expression. They're not a baby for much longer, which makes this session so important.

  • Standing & movement poses
  • Candid action shots
  • Toy & prop interaction
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12 Months

The First Birthday

The big one! We offer milestone portraits alongside or separate from our cake smash sessions. Capture this milestone with a beautiful portrait session before the cake comes out.

  • Milestone portrait session
  • Optional cake smash add-on
  • Family groupings included

From Our Sessions

Real babies, real moments — captured right here in our Aurora studio.

3-month baby resting chin on mom's arm, wide-eyed and alert — IDTPhoto sitter session
Both parents kissing baby's cheeks while baby makes an adorably grumpy face — IDTPhoto 3-month milestone
Baby grinning ear-to-ear while both parents lean in to kiss her cheeks — IDTPhoto sitter session
6-month baby with bunny ear headband laughing big between pink and white tulip baskets — IDTPhoto studio sitter session
6-month baby sitting between two tulip flower baskets on pink fur rug looking up with delight — IDTPhoto Aurora IL
Mom holding smiling 6-month baby girl in floral dress with white bow headband — IDTPhoto milestone session
Baby laughing in wicker basket with fabric carrots and floral props — themed 6-month session by IDTPhoto
6-month baby girl in butterfly romper with bow headband among tulip basket arrangements — IDTPhoto Aurora IL
9-month baby girl clapping hands with joyful open-mouth smile during outdoor garden sitter session — IDTPhoto
9-month baby girl in white lace dress reaching toward ornate mirror reflection — outdoor vintage sitter session by IDTPhoto
Baby girl in cream dotted dress with triple rose headband smiling and clapping in vintage outdoor garden setup — IDTPhoto sitter session
Baby girl resting on dad's shoulder beaming at camera with pink rose headband — IDTPhoto outdoor milestone session Chicagoland
Family of three smiling on white outdoor steps — baby girl in pink dress with rose headband — IDTPhoto milestone session Chicagoland
Both parents kissing baby girl's cheeks simultaneously on white outdoor steps — IDTPhoto milestone portrait
Parents helping baby girl take her first steps on venue lawn, both parents smiling with joy — IDTPhoto 9-month milestone session
Mom laughing with pure joy as baby girl stands with parents' help on venue lawn — IDTPhoto 9-month outdoor sitter session Chicagoland
Baby laughing big while sitting in outdoor milk bath tub surrounded by yellow daisies and lavender — IDTPhoto sitter session
Baby girl laughing big with flowers and lavender surrounding her outdoor milk bath tub — IDTPhoto milestone session Aurora IL
Baby girl laughing with arms out as milk splashes dramatically around her in outdoor tub — IDTPhoto milk bath sitter session
Baby standing in outdoor milk bath tub from behind, parents holding her hands on either side — IDTPhoto milestone session Chicagoland

Packages & Pricing

Book individual sessions or save with a bundle — the First Year Bundle gets you everything from newborn through first birthday.

Single Milestone

$175

10 edited images

  • 1-hour session
  • Studio setting
  • Props & themed accents included
  • Online gallery (90 days)
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Milestone Trio

$450

10 images per session

  • Any 3 milestone sessions
  • Book all 3 at once, save vs. individual
  • Studio setting each visit
  • Props & accents included
  • Online gallery per session (90 days)
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Best Value

First Year Bundle

Custom

Newborn + 3, 6, 9 & 12 month sessions

  • Newborn session included
  • 3-month sitter session
  • 6-month sitter session
  • 9-month sitter session
  • First birthday milestone session
  • Maximum bundled savings
  • Online gallery per session (90 days)
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Ready for the first birthday celebration? See our Cake Smash Sessions →

Common Questions

When should I book?

Book all your milestone sessions at the start — ideally when you book your newborn session. Spots fill up, and locking in dates early ensures you don't miss a stage.

What should baby wear?

Simple, solid colors or soft patterns photograph beautifully. Avoid busy logos or large text. We'll send a prep guide with outfit tips when you book.

Can I combine a milestone session with a cake smash?

Yes! Many families do a 9-month milestone session followed by a first birthday / cake smash a few months later. We can plan the whole sequence for you.

What if baby isn't sitting yet at 6 months?

No problem — we have props, posing supports, and experience working with babies at every stage of development. We adjust the session to where your baby actually is, not where the calendar says they should be.

Do you offer the First Year Bundle with newborn?

Yes — if you book the First Year Bundle when you book your newborn session, you get the best possible savings. Contact us to put together a custom package.

Don't Miss a Single Stage

Contact us to book individual sessions or ask about the First Year Bundle — the best way to document every milestone from day one.