What to Expect from a Relaxed, In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Richmond, VA. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA

This is exactly why I offer newborn sessions that are quiet, relaxed, and focused on connection — not perfection.

There’s no rush, no pressure, no stiff poses. You don’t have to “perform” or have it all together. You can just be. Feed your baby, rest on the couch, walk slowly through your morning routine. I’ll gently guide you when needed, but mostly I observe and document — the way your baby fits into your arms, the way you look at them, the softness of your world right now.

What to Expect from a Relaxed, In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Richmond, VA. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA
What to Expect from a Relaxed, In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Richmond, VA. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA
What to Expect from a Relaxed, In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Richmond, VA. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA
What to Expect from a Relaxed, In-Home Newborn Photo Session | Richmond, VA. Family Photographer Anna Dobrovolskaia | Richmond, VA

These sessions usually take place at your home, in your real environment, where you feel most comfortable. There’s beauty in the everyday — the way light falls across the bed, the tiny clothes drying by the window, the quiet moments between the chaos.

You don’t need a perfect nursery or matching outfits. You just need to show up as you are.

This kind of photography is about honoring your story — this unique season where everything has changed, but love is everywhere. The little details you might forget later, the quiet connection, the tenderness.Years from now, these photos will bring you back to the way it felt. Not just what it looked like, but how it felt to hold them close, to be needed, to be changed.

If you’re interested in a newborn session that feels real and meaningful, reach out — I’d love to capture this season for you.

Serving Richmond, VA and beyond

Meet Anna Dobrovolskaia — timeless, artistic family photography in Richmond, VA, capturing love, connection, and the quiet beauty of everyday life. Specializing in documentary-style newborn, maternity, and family sessions, serving families who value authentic storytelling and heartfelt moments.

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