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Your Trusted Maternity & Newborn Photographer in the Bay Area
Peanut Love Photography was founded in 2017 by Irma Varela, a professionally trained photographer specializing in birth, maternity, newborn, children, and family photography. With over five years of dedicated experience in newborn safety training and hands-on assistance under established photographers, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of life's fleeting moments. Our approach prioritizes client comfort through personalized consultations, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive session guides that prepare families for stress-free experiences.We maintain rigorous safety protocols during all sessions, including sanitization practices and specialized equipment handling, while offering both studio and in-home services across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our curated portfolio of timeless images and consistent client testimonials praising our professionalism, empathy, and artistic vision.
Services
Maternity Photography
Newborn Sessions
Family Portraits
Birth Photography
In-Home Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized session planning with safety-certified newborn photography techniques
- Our 24/7 on-call availability ensures we capture birth moments whenever they occur
- Comprehensive session guides prepare families for stress-free photography experiences
- Client testimonials consistently praise our professional yet compassionate approach
- Flexible studio and in-home session options accommodate diverse family needs
What people say
Professional and compassionate
Beautiful and timeless images
Thorough safety precautions
Patient and great with kids
Amazing creative eye
Services
Birth Photography
Our birth photography service captures the authentic moments of childbirth with discreet, documentary-style coverage. Beginning at 37 weeks gestation, we provide 24/7 on-call availability to document labor, delivery, and immediate postpartum moments. Sessions include pre-consultations, on-location shooting, and professional retouching of selected images to create lasting visual narratives of this transformative experience.
Newborn Sessions
Specialized newborn photography conducted in-studio or at client homes within the first two weeks of life. Sessions include multiple setups with our curated collection of wraps, props, and outfits. We prioritize baby safety with trained handling techniques and sanitization protocols, creating timeless images that document early developmental stages while accommodating feeding and comfort breaks.
Maternity Photography
Custom maternity sessions held between 32-37 weeks gestation, focusing on the beauty of pregnancy and anticipation. We provide professional styling with maternity gowns and accessories, offering both indoor and outdoor location options. The service includes pre-session consultation, wardrobe styling, and retouched images that celebrate the motherhood journey.
Family Portraits
Documenting family dynamics through candid and posed photography sessions that accommodate all members. Available in-studio or at preferred locations, our approach captures authentic interactions using natural lighting and professional composition techniques. Sessions include styling guidance, prop selection, and retouching to create cohesive family visual narratives.
In-Home Sessions
Flexible photography services conducted at client residences for added convenience and comfort. Available for newborn, milestone, and family photography, these sessions utilize natural home environments to create personalized stories. We bring complete equipment and props while maintaining strict sanitization protocols to ensure safe, high-quality results in familiar settings.
People
Irma Varela
Photographer & Owner
Founder of Peanut Love Photography with over five years of specialized training in newborn safety. Born in San Francisco, Irma transitioned from a legal career path to professional photography after discovering her passion for capturing life's milestones. She brings technical expertise and personal empathy to every session.
Questions
What age range do you recommend for newborn photography?
We suggest scheduling newborn sessions between 5-14 days old when babies are most flexible and sleepy, allowing for natural posing.
Do you offer in-home photography services?
Yes, we provide in-home sessions throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with the same professional equipment and safety protocols as studio sessions.
What safety measures do you follow during newborn sessions?
We maintain strict sanitization practices, use professional posing techniques, and never leave babies unattended. Irma has completed multiple newborn safety workshops and training programs.
How long does a typical family photography session last?
Family sessions typically take 2 hours, allowing time for outfit changes, breaks, and capturing both posed and candid moments.
What's included in the session fee?
Session fees cover pre-consultations, shooting time, use of props and outfits, and professional retouching. Prints and digital files are purchased separately.
How do you handle scheduling for birth photography?
We go on-call 24/7 starting at 37 weeks gestation. Clients contact us within 2 hours of labor onset to confirm availability for their birth documentation session.
