Berkeley Maternity & Newborn Photographer

Luxury maternity, newborn, and family photography serving Berkeley, California

Berkeley families — UC Berkeley academics, professionals from the Berkeley Hills, North Berkeley creatives, and longtime East Bay residents — choose Oh Baby Photography for one consistent reason: a complete luxury experience without the typical Bay Area à la carte pricing. Our Sacramento studio is 75–90 minutes east via I-80, with everything included from designer gowns to fine-art retouching.

Why Berkeley Families Drive to Sacramento

From the Elmwood district to Berkeley Hills, from Solano Avenue to Northbrae, our Berkeley clients drive to us because the East Bay's luxury maternity/newborn photography market is fragmented — vendor coordination, separate makeup artist, separate gown rental, per-image retouching fees. Our all-inclusive bundle eliminates all of that.

Berkeley Maternity Photography

  • Designer maternity Client Closet (XS–2XL) — no need to source a gown
  • Professional hair and makeup styling included
  • Climate-controlled studio comfort
  • Multiple wardrobe changes and backdrops within session time
  • Fine-art retouching on every final image
  • Partners and children welcome (Comfort/Premium)

Best timing for Berkeley maternity sessions: 28–32 weeks of pregnancy.

Berkeley Newborn Sessions

Many Berkeley newborns are delivered at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Kaiser Oakland, UCSF Mission Bay, or Sutter Eden Medical Center. We schedule newborn sessions for the 5–14 day post-birth window. Session length is 3–4 hours including feeding breaks.

Driving from Berkeley

From central Berkeley, take I-80 east — total drive 75–90 minutes to our North Sacramento studio (ZIP 95843). Off-peak times: Tuesday–Thursday mid-morning or weekend afternoons.

Berkeley + East Bay Communities We Serve

Berkeley · Oakland · Alameda · Emeryville · Albany · El Cerrito · Richmond · Piedmont · Kensington · Lafayette · Orinda · Moraga.

Nearby Service Areas

Oakland · Walnut Creek · San Francisco · Fremont

Frequently Asked Questions — Berkeley

How far in advance should I book my session from Berkeley?

We recommend booking 6–10 weeks ahead. Maternity sessions are best photographed at 28–34 weeks of pregnancy, and our most popular weekend slots fill up fastest in the spring and fall. Berkeley families often book during their second trimester to lock in their preferred dates.

Can I book online, or do I have to call?

Everything is online. The live availability calendar at book.ohbaby.photography shows exactly which dates and times are still open, in real time. Pick your session type, package, date and time, pay the $100 deposit by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and your date is confirmed instantly — no phone call, no waiting for a reply. The calendar is open 24/7; sessions run at 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

What's included in a luxury maternity or newborn session?

Every session includes unlimited access to our Client Closet of designer maternity gowns, multiple posed and editorial setups, climate-controlled studio comfort, and high-end fine-art retouching on every final image. Our Comfort, Premium, Limited Edition and Mommy & Me experiences also include professional hair styling and makeup artistry. Every package lists exactly what's included and optional upgrades are clearly priced — no surprise fees.

Can I bring my partner and other children?

Absolutely — partners and siblings are welcome in the Comfort and Premium packages at no extra cost. Many Berkeley families turn their maternity or newborn session into a full-family portrait moment.

How long does it take to receive my photos?

Your private proof gallery is ready the same day — right after your session — so you can start choosing your favorites immediately. Once you make your selection, allow up to 3 weeks for the final high-end retouching.

Ready to Book? Reserve Online in Minutes

Booking is fully online at book.ohbaby.photography — a live availability calendar, instant confirmation, and a $100 deposit that secures your date. Prefer to talk first? Call (657) 557-4255 or email [email protected]. Our studio is located in North Sacramento (ZIP 95843 — exact address with your booking confirmation) with free on-site parking.

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