What Is a Sitter Session and Why You’ll Love It - Redlands, CA


What’s a Sitter Session Anyway?

If you’ve got a baby between 6 and 9 months old and you’ve never heard of a sitter session before, you’re not alone. A lot of mamas don’t realize this is even a thing—but trust me, it’s such a good one. A sitter session is exactly what it sounds like, a milestone session for babies who are sitting up, mostly on their own. It usually falls between the newborn stage and the big one-year celebration, and honestly, it captures one of the sweetest in-between moments during your baby’s first year.


Why the Sitting Stage is So Fun

At this point, babies are really starting to show their personalities. They’re full of smiles and chubby-cheeked curiosity, but they’re not on the move just yet, which means they’ll sit and give you those amazing little expressions without darting away. They’re often happy to sit in a cute box or basket or just chill on a cozy blanket while we soak in the cuteness. And because these sessions are short and easy, it’s usually super chill for parents too. No racing after a wild toddler, no trying to get a sleepy newborn to cooperate, just happy baby energy and natural moments.


Always Outdoors, Always Natural

Because I’m an outdoor photographer here in the Inland Empire, all my sitter sessions happen in natural light and real outdoor settings. I love choosing spots that work with what baby’s wearing and that help create a beautiful, soft, cohesive look. For example, this session in Redlands was everything I love about these milestones. Baby girl showed up in the cutest little romper, so I found a patch of flowers and greenery that totally matched the vibe. The sunlight coming through the trees gave us this glowy, peaceful feeling and she just lit up the whole space with her big bright eyes and curious expressions.


What to Wear and Expect

Most sitter sessions last around 30-45 minutes. It’s the perfect window before baby gets tired or overwhelmed. I always help guide parents on outfit choices too. Soft colors, cozy textures, and simple pieces tend to photograph beautifully outdoors. Whether baby’s sitting in a basket, on a blanket, or just exploring the grass around them, we let the session unfold naturally. It’s less about posing and more about capturing this short-lived, magical stage where your baby is becoming more independent by the minute.


Let’s Capture That Sweet In-Between Stage

If you’re in that season where your baby is suddenly sitting up and you’re like, “how are we already here?”—this is your sign to freeze time for a minute. Sitter sessions are low-key, fun, and give you memories of a stage that passes way too fast.


If you’re local to Redlands or anywhere in the Inland Empire and want to book a sitter session (or just have questions about what to expect), I’m here for it. Let’s chat and make something beautiful.


With love & grace,

Heidi


Golden sunlight filters through garden foliage as a child sits on white lace in an outdoor setting.
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Baby in pink bonnet sitting on white lace blanket surrounded by lush garden greenery at sunset.
A child in a white lace dress sits among vibrant wildflowers in a natural outdoor setting during a photo shoot.
Baby sitting in white lace dress surrounded by colorful wildflowers and plants in outdoor garden setting.
A baby wearing a white lace dress sits outdoors against a natural background during a photo session.
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