Shreveport Maternity Photographer - Carley's Maternity Session - Shreveport, Louisiana

Shreveport Maternity Photographer - Carley's Maternity Session - Shreveport, Louisiana

Nerves? GIrl, I’ve GOT YOU. I have ridiculously gorgeous gowns, all from THE ORIGINAL DESIGNER. We don’t do copy cat around here girl! You get the real deal when you work with me. All you have to bring is some nude undies and a strapless bra. I take care of the rest.

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Shreveport Maternity Photographer - Daisy's Newborn Session, and Megan's Maternity Session

I’ve now worked with Megan twice. She signed up for my maternity model call earlier this year, I was revamping my maternity style. She then booked newborn with me too, and has already booked Daisy’s Sitter Milestone Session and her cake smash!

I absolutely love Megan, we’ve become friends, and I’m so excited to see sweet Daisy in the studio again. :)

What made you choose Leslie Whitaker for your Maternity session?

The opportunity for a low cost model call was what inspired me to get photos with Leslie. Otherwise I would have missed out completely on getting any professional maternity pictures done.

What were you nervous about going into your session?

I was mostly worried about looking fat in my final photos and not having the beautiful round belly look I had always hoped for in maternity photos. I was also worried that Leslie was going to want me to take my clothes off……... Lol

What was your favorite part of your session experience?

Leslie made me feel extremely comfortable very early in the session and felt more like a friend than just a photographer.

How do you feel now that you have completed your session and received your images?

I LOVED every second of it!!! I feel beautiful seeing every single photo she took!

Would you recommend Leslie to other ladies looking to book a maternity session? Why?

Absolutely! She is a great photographer and does amazing work! Her ability to make everyone who walks into her studio feel like a million bucks is uncanny! 10/10 will continue to recommend and hope to book again with her one day!

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It’s best to book your maternity session during your second trimester, we typically schedule your session for around 30-34 weeks. Newborns can be scheduled up to 6-8 weeks old, but the earlier the better!

Shreveport Newborn Photographer - Georgia's Lifestyle Newborn Session, by Leslie Whitaker Photography

The studio has the most beautiful natural light, I’m really obsessed with it. I’ve been specializing in newborn photos for more than 5 years and I’ve always done a lifestyle style of family photos, and I’m so excited to announce that I am now able to offer a Lifestyle Newborn Session all of the time.

These sessions take less time, because baby is wrapped for most of the session. Baby is also able to be in a natural environment and we capture natural posing as well. She might have always stuck her left hand up in the womb, she’ll probably do that during the session too and I’ll get to capture that. How special will it be to look back on that as she gets older, maybe show it in the slideshow at her rehearsal dinner.

We will still get detail images of lips, lashes, toes and fingers along with gorgeous images of your family with the new addition.

I do my best to make sure the entire experience is as easy as possible for my parents. We have a toy area for older siblings with books, coloring activities and toys for all ages. We even have a stocked fridge with drinks, snacks and treats. Mom can even add on hair and makeup styling by our licensed stylist. Let us handle the fuss, you just show up and relax while we capture your memories.

You’ll be in studio about an hour and then we will meet in person 3-5 days later for an image reveal appointment; we can also do this over zoom. If you’d prefer an online gallery so that you can view in your own time, an additional fee is required. I can also promise you that you’ll LOVE more than 8 images, so just prepare yourself. :)

Check out Georgia’s sweet gallery below. Her parents have been trying for many years to have a baby, had given up and then Georgia appeared. She really is a blessing, and is such a sweet baby. I’m so glad Marti allowed me to capture these sweet images for her.

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Shreveport Louisiana Newborn Photographer - Anastasia's Newborn Photo Session, by Leslie Whitaker

Sarah and Dylan are the cutest couple, and don’t you just LOVE that they named their baby girl Anastasia?! I don’t think I’ve had that name in studio, EVER!

Anastasia was perfect for me during her session. She didn’t wake at all. She had that adorable little baby snore, that just makes me swoon. I loved every second with her and all the baby snuggles.

Mama wore a dress from my client closet and dad brought a couple of different shirts and let me pick what he wore, and his hair was epic. Mama’s hair and makeup was provided by my studio stylist, Hailey. I try to take care of everything for my parents, so that they don’t have another stress when it comes to their first family photos. I think the whole process should be easy for you, the client.

We’re already booking into Fall, so reach out to book soon. I’d love to chat with you.

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What made you choose Leslie Whitaker for your Newborn Photo Session?

I had previously looked at her profile for a newborn session and happened to see she had a drawing for some to be done! she does amazing work for what i looked at on her profile!

What were you nervous about going into your newborn’s photo session?

I wasn’t really nervous about anything! I didn’t really know how it was gonna play out though because i’ve never had professional pictures done before!

What was your favorite part of your session experience with Leslie?

All of it! I loved how gorgeous Leslie’s stylist, Hailey, made me feel!!

How do you feel now that you have completed your session and received your newborn images?

I am happy to have them!! Leslie did such a wonderful job taking pictures of my daughter and all of us as a family!

Would you recommend Leslie to other ladies looking to book a newborn session? Why?

Yes, I absolutely would! She was so sweet & made me feel welcomed & once again did an AMAZING job on our pictures!!

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Shreveport Newborn Photographer - Twin Newborn Photographer, Leslie Whitaker - 5 Ways to help your session go smoothly.

Babies change SO fast! Sometimes it seems like by the hour, especially those first couple of days. From one week to the next, your baby will change SO DANG MUCH. Keep reading to find my tips on how to make your newborn session go smoothly.

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  1. Feeding - Breast or Formula, it doesn’t matter to me. Feed in best in my opinion, but IF you’re breastfeeding PLEASE avoid caffeine 24-48 hours before the session. Also avoid spicy food, broccoli, or anything else that seems to make baby gassy. Feed baby before you leave for the session, and give gas drops before you put baby in the car seat (if you’re not into this, that’s ok - it will just help to settle baby’s belly so that we get those adorable sleepy poses). Bring at least one feeding, if you’re bottle feeding so that I can top baby off if she gets hungry. I’ll probably need to feed her at least once, especially if we are doing unwrapped poses.

  2. Paci - even if you don’t think baby ‘likes’ his paci.. bring it anyway! If you aren’t using a paci, that’s ok too… but in my experience the session goes SO much better if we have this option.

  3. Carseat - leave baby in her carseat, and allow me to take her out. Don’t worry, I’ll be super satanized and I’ll be wearing a mask throughout your session. I don’t smell like mom or dad, and most of the time baby will stay asleep if I take her out of the carseat.

  4. How to dress baby - I always begin my session with ‘simple whites’. So, you’ll bring baby pre-dressed in a white cotton onesie (short sleeves, long, sleeveless- doesn’t matter). If we have to dress her when you arrive, I may not get those precious stretches, yawns and natural images I’m looking for. :)

  5. Try not to be nervous - I promise I have you covered. No matter what, I’ll do my very best to fulfill your expectations. My studio is stocked with everything baby needs (including pacis, gas drops and diapers - just in case you forgot).

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Brooke drove almost an hour to her session with me and she was absolutely AMAZING! Brooke’s entire gallery deserves to hang in her home. I hope she sees these photos and sees who she truly is. As a mom of 5, I know how hard pregnancy can be on your mental health. Especially when you in it, thank goodness you forget a lot of the bad stuff after the baby is here.

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So many of my clients tell me that they didn’t do maternity photos with their first pregnancy, and they regret it. But, don’t let that hold you back. Do it, every time, even if you missed the first pregnancy.

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I love studio sessions because we don’t have to fight with the weather, we aren’t hot or cold. It isn’t windy, unless I point the fan at you. :)

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I provide EVERYTHING you need for your session. Licensed hair and makeup artist are on staff to pamper you! I even provide what you wear. Sometimes clients bring an item or two that they want to wear, and that is fine too. I just want you to love your experience with me, and of course I want you to love your photos too.

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What made you choose Leslie Whitaker for your Maternity session?

I loved your pictures that you’ve done of others.

What were you nervous about going into your session?

Not knowing what to expect, if I would like photos of myself.

What was your favorite part of your session experience?

Feeling so comfortable.

How do you feel now that you have completed your session and received your images?

Loved it and can’t wait until I lose my baby weight to get them done again.

Would you recommend Leslie to other ladies looking to book a maternity session? Why?

Yes, because Leslie takes awesome pictures and makes you feel so comfortable in your own skin.



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Ela's Newborn Session by Leslie Whitaker, Shreveport Newborn Photographer

Ela is such a sweet blessing. Her parents, Lauren and Eli, are SMITTEN with her. Eli has the biggest smile when he looks at her, and when he looks at Lauren too.

I get so many parents who are having their second baby who regret not getting newborn images for their first baby, and they are determined to have the works the second time. We do maternity photos and newborn and sometimes even an extra family session, or in home fresh 48 session too! Don’t regret missing out on documenting these milestones. You can’t go back and do them, so make sure to get them done right the first time.

Don’t you just LOVE her hair?! I seem to have had a ton of sweet newborns in for newborn sessions lately with hair, and I am here for it!

All of my babies arrive pre-dressed in a white cotton onesie. Every single baby is documented in this timeless way, and parents always choose at least one of these images, but most of the time three of four. There is something about the focus being directly on baby that every one loves, especially me! Doesn’t Ela look so perfect, just like this?

I love documenting details! Ela’s profile, her sweet little hand and her toes! So precious, and things that deserve to be captured during every newborn session in my studio.

Parent images are so special too! I don’t think I’ve had any parents skip this part in a LONNNNNNG time. My newborn sessions come with COMPLIMENTARY professional hair and makeup services, so why skip it? Hailey did Lauren’s hair and makeup for her session and she looks so dang pretty, don’t you think? She has a snow white vibe! :)

I’d love to talk with you if you’re looking for a newborn photographer in Shreveport, Louisiana. My studio is stocked with everything needed to execute your dream newborn session! Fill out my contact form and let’s start planning!

-XOXO, Leslie

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Shreveport Maternity Photographer | Charde's Mommy and Me | Motherhood by Leslie

Motherhood is special. Motherhood is hard too. Pregnancy isn’t always rainbows, though it can be. The best part is you forget all of the hard stuff after baby is born, why else would we do it again?

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I’ve know Charde’ for a long time, well at least 5 years. I first met her when she hired me to take her headshots. She was starting a wedding planning business and needed some marketing maternity. That seems like a 100 years ago. Since then I’ve been her engagement, wedding and now maternity photographer. I was so excited when her husband, Andy, texted me to set something up as a surprise for Charde’.

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This will be Charde’s second baby, a sweet boy. And, he doens’t have a name yet! If i’m honest we didn’t name our third baby until a couple of hours before we left the hospital. In Louisiana you can leave the hospital without a name, and you have 30 days to figure it out and file for the birth certificate, but I DID NOT want to deal with all that! So, I texted my husband while he was gone to pick up the older kids and told him to send me 3 names, and I’d choose one. LOL

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Hopefully Charde’ wont have to deal with that, it’s not any fun not having a thing with your baby’s name on it for his birth day. I can’t wait to meet her sweet boy, and I hope he’s as sweet as Amilia. She’s a complete doll, every time I see her.

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If you’re looking for a maternity photographer in Shreveport, Louisiana I’d love to talk with you! All of my maternity clients receive a complimentary newborn petite session, as a gift from me! I take care of all the details, so you don’t have to take on any more stress. You have enough to deal with.

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What made you choose Leslie Whitaker for your Motherhood session?

I admire the simplicity and beauty of her photography. She is always kind and yet super professional!

  • What were you nervous about going into your session?

    That I wouldn't like my pictures because I just wasn't feeling very confident in my appearance at my appointment.

  • What was your favorite part of your session experience?

    Leslie always makes the atmosphere very relaxing. The session was stress free.

  • How do you feel now that you have completed your session and received your images?

    I love the images! I didn't feel like I was at my best during the session but the images captured were simply gorgeous.

  • Would you recommend Leslie to other ladies looking to book a maternity session? Why?

    Absolutely! She is professional, down to earth, and passionate about her projects. She has never disappointed me after hiring her multiple times so of course I would highly recommend based on my personal experiences.

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I’ve been thinking about upping my maternity game for a while. I want to be different, high fashion and I always love a beautiful image. Every one does the outdoor maternity images, but if you know me I love to add a little sexy to my image. I think that pregnancy is beautiful at all points, and especially once the belly is nice and round. I love helping Mama’s feel beautiful and I love when you see that light bulb moment and they believe they are as beautiful as they feel.

Nancy was nervous, but she was open to whatever I had in mind. I could tell at some points that she wasn’t sure about different things, but once we sat down to look at her gallery I saw her light up. She loved every single image, and I did too!

Her galley is exactly what I had in mind and I’m so glad she was my first model.

Maternity photographs are some times skipped over for first time moms, but I really think they are important. You're already so overwhelmed with all the new, all of the things you're not sure about, a Maternity Session can really help you slow down and enjoy the last little bit of your pregnancy.

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I’ve been photographing McKinley since she was in her Mama’s belly. Mama was a referral from another photographer friend who was moving away. :)

Mama always has the most adorable outfits, and she always starts planning months in advance. I’m already looking forward to her 9 month session, it will be Mardi Gras in Louisiana 😁😁😁.

We ended up having to postpone her session just a little because a sibling was ill and I always want to protect myself for all of my clients. I spend a lot of time making sure all of my props and fabrics and sanitized before and after sessions, and I even was everything with lysol laundry additive. I want to make sure to protect all of my clients, especially the littlest ones, as much as I am able to.

Milestone photo sessions are so much fun because 9 times out of 10 I catch a new ‘milestone’ like rolling over, blowing bubbles or even craaling for the first time. It's always so exciting when I do.

Even if you miss the 3,6,9 marks you can always take milestone photos at any time. Don't get caught up in the months, 4 and 5 months are still special!

Check out the final photos from McKinley's 6 month milestone photo session in my Shreveport photo studio. I love her entire gallery.


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Sometimes you have to work for sibling poses, and that’s ok! When it comes to siblings, you’re trying to document their personality and their feelings toward the new baby too. No matter how much I try to prepare parents for the ‘fun part’ of including young siblings, they always get flustered. I just remind them that the more we show our aggravation, the less sister is going to give us. So, we go with what sister wants to do. Sometimes we bribe with gummies, and sometimes sister tries to feed the baby gummies. It’s whatever. :) We still get adorable photos, it always works out! :)

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I love all of Ellisyn's portraits. She has the cutest lips, she would make a little sucking purse the whole time. It was adorable. Her gallery really is beautiful.

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Ellie was such a treat. A little chunky too! She gave me the best faces and even gave me some eye contact too! Awake baby doesn’t = bad newborn photos. I love a mix of both!

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What made you choose Leslie Whitaker for your Newborn session?

Leslie was mentioned in a "Shreveport/Bossier Moms" FB page when I was searching for maternity photographers. After looking at her website and seeing that she offered a package for both maternity and newborn photos, I was excited to work with her. I loved all the lighting and colors she used for sessions, and I appreciated the fact that I didn't have to worry about hair or makeup, because I'm completely inept at both.

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    What were you nervous about going into your session?

    I was most nervous about Ellie being a newborn and unpredictable :) I was really hoping she wouldn't cry the whole time or have any poop explosions during the shoot.

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    What was your favorite part of your session experience?

    How calm it was. And getting hair and makeup done. After 4 weeks of not sleeping, and not wearing anything other than pajamas, it was so nice to feel pampered and to look like I slept more than 1 hour. I also loved how gentle Leslie was with Ellie and that she really took her time getting the photos we wanted.

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    How do you feel now that you have completed your session and received your images?

    Obsessed! :) I'm sending a request to purchase more because I couldn't just pick 10. They're all so great and really captured Ellie's personality.

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    Would you recommend Leslie to other ladies looking to book a newborn session? Why?

    110% - you're a miracle worker behind the camera and a baby whisperer. You make everything seem and feel effortless. Thank you

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I regret not getting maternity photos with my first baby. I know, you feel so not like yourself. BUT, with hair and makeup and a dress that makes you feel like a princess… I bet we can help you feel better.

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I provide everything but your undergarments, Mama. Tell me your favorite color and let me handle the rest. We can do your session at the studio, outside or both!

I even offer special pricing when you book your newborn and maternity session at the same time, so make sure to check out my Pick 2, Pick 4 and Pick 6 packages.

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Blake has been coming to see me since she was in her Mama’s belly! I’ve gotten to watch her grow and her whole year of photos were so much fun. For her birthday Mama and I threw around a lot of ideas and both fell in love with a hot air balloon theme, pastel style. Mama ordered the most beautiful outfit and I handled the rest. Everything turned out so pretty, just like little Blake.

I love styling cake smashes for my babies, and their Mamas too. I make all of my own balloon garlands, and do my best to design the entire set myself. I want every single cake smash session that I do to be unique, just like your baby.

If you're looking for a cake smash photographer in Shreveport I hope you’ll consider me. My studio is in downtown Shreveport in The Petroleum building. It's fully stocked with thousands of props to help make your session exactly what you’ve imagined. Reach out to me around 9 months old to make sure we can get you on the schedule.


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I loved Ravaan's sweet Mama. She was so excited for her first baby, and couldn’t wait for his photos to be ready. She was so proud to be his Mama. She wanted greens, blues and neutrals for his session and I think he looks so perfect with all the colors.

Mama picked this white gown from my client closet for her family photos. She just glows in it too. I do my best to provide options for my mom’s to wear so that they aren’t overwhelmed, especially first time moms. Those first few weeks are such a blur and you don’t want to focus on anything but baby. You certainly don’t need to worry about what you’ll wear for photos.

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Dad got to relax while I took baby’s first photos and Mama got her her hair and makeup done. Refreshments were on hand in case they needed a snack and most parent fall asleep from all the white noise I play, one dad recently said I have surround sound lol.

I’d love to be your newborn photographer too. All of my staff wears mask to ensure we're providing an environment that is as sanitary as possible. We sanitize all surfaces between each session date and all fabrics and outfits are sanitized with lysol laundry additive too. I do my best to make sure my studio is a safe place for all of my clients.

Let me take care of the details for your newborn photos. Relax. Show up and I’ll handle every little detail.

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Mama wanted greys, white and blues. Totally my jam! I love simple portraits of baby on a white background. Baby just pops off the photographs and you notice allllll the details.

I loved working with The Patel family. Dad looked so sharp in his white t, dark jeans and dress shoes. Of course brother was matching and Mama looked so stinking pretty in yellow. I wasn’t sure about the yellow at first, but she rocked it!!!

Rican was super sweet during his part, which is basically all of it. 🤣 He preferred being wrapped, but we worked out the nakey poses too. I bribed Bubba with fruit snacks, I make sure to stay stocked up on those things! Did you know I have a stocked fridge and snack pantry on hand? Water, sodas, juice, chips, cookies, fruits snacks… all the things. I even bring breakfast cakes or Donuts the morning of your session. You won’t even need to plan breakfast! Just show up with the family, and I’ve got the rest. Even books and toys for siblings.

If you’re looking for a belly to baby photographer on Shreveport, I’d love to chat with you. I only accept 5 newborns a month so that I can give each family the attention it deserves. So try to reach out early in your pregnancy so we can get to planning.


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Amilia's Newborn Experience | Shreveport Newborn Photographer | Leslie Whitaker Photography

Amilia. I just love the spelling of her name. Such a perfect name for a beautiful baby. She was so sweet for me too.

Amilia's Mama brought her to see me at my downtown Photography studio in Shreveport. I had everything on hand for her, and Mama didn't have to stress at all.

Babies are such a joy to work with and I love curating the looks for their galleries. ;)

I’d love to be considered as your newborn photographer in Louisiana.

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Katie's Maternity Session Experience - Leslie Whitaker, Maternity Photographer - Shreveport Maternity Photographer

I met Katie a few years ago, through a mutual friend. She’s a teacher in Shreveport, she is a Mama to exchange students and a wife to her adorable husband Seth. She’s seriously the cutest thing ever, and now she’s a Mama to a perfect little girl. We got together in February, before both our babies were born, for her maternity photos in Shreveport. Britt did her hair and makeup and we both struggled to breathe, both hugely pregnant. I LOVE maternity photos in my studio. The light is gorgeous in there! Check out the gorgeous Katie, she’s beautiful pregnant. :)

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Dana's Bridal Session - 601 Spring Street - Shreveport Wedding Photographer

Dana and have been friends for years. We met when she booked a boudoir session for her then boyfriend, now husband, Michael. She was late, just like I always am, and we clicked instantly. We both have more babies now (well, she’s had her first one), we’re older and I think we’ve grown into the people we are supposed to be. We’re both pursuing what we love, and we get to do it as our jobs together too!

Dana was a beautiful bride. Check out the photos we did at 601 Spring Street a few weeks before her wedding.