Rochester, NY | Tips for a Successful Newborn Session. We are here to help you optimize your newborn session with our useful tips. By following these tips, the likelihood of having a great session significantly increases! Getting The Most From Your Newborn Session A bit of planning and preparation will help you get the most […]

My name is Melissa, the owner and photographer of MJ Memories. I’d love to be your newborn Rochester photographer. I know there are lots of us out there — people who photograph sweet little cherubs and baby bumps — and so many do a great job.    As a mother myself, though, and as someone […]

Newborn Photography Sessions: The Art of Capturing Precious Memories. Welcoming a newborn into the world is one of the most wondrous events in life that any family can experience. From the first cry to the first giggle, every moment is worth cherishing. As parents, you would want to capture and preserve these precious memories to […]

Rochester Newborn Portraits | Introducing Joseph, the cutest little guy! His family has been trusting me to capture their sweet memories since he was still all snug and warm in his Mommy’s tummy. It is so nice to get to know a couple and meet them before the arrival of their little one. But when […]

Newborn Family Session | Rochester, Ny | Baby Nora had no plans on waiting those forty weeks to make her appearance in this world!  She was born at thirty three weeks, weighing in at a teeny tiny 3.1 pounds and 16 1/2 inches long. Not only did her family have to worry about her, but […]

It may be obvious, but newborn sessions are one my favorite. I was honored to be picked to do Sean’s newborn pictures. The first time I did Sean’s pictures was back in February. This little man was only seven pounds, two ounces. But, a baby at a 6 Month Milestone Session is so fun!  They […]

So yes, it is possible to do a 2 Month Newborn Session!  A typical Newborn Session is done within fourteen days of birth.  That is when babies are still super sleepy.  This way we are able to get many different poses and pictures!  BUT, they can be done beyond that!  Especially in times like these. […]

With everything going on in the world right now, things are uncertain. But, I am so thankful I am still able to capture these memories!  It was sad to not be able to work for a few months. Even worse for the parents who had to miss out on these special memories. Thankfully things turned […]

On February 23, 2020 at 8:42am this precious newborn girl came into this world, granting her parents their greatest wish!  Luna Raye was born at Highland Hospital, weighing 6 pounds 12 ounces and 20 inches long. It is amazing how something so teeny and tiny can change your entire world. Luna came to the studio […]

There is no better feeling than being chosen to capture a precious newborn in the first few weeks of life!  But even better is when you get to capture their milestones along the way. You get to watch them grow. You see how much they change from session to session.  One of my favorite milestones […]