your harrisburg newborn photographer
Life can be overwhelming days after welcoming a newborn, but Kate made the photography session so easy for me as a new mom. From coming to our house to photograph in our daughter’s nursery to providing clothes from her client closet for myself, my husband, and my daughter, I couldn’t be anymore thankful!
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- Macie H.
That little newborn stretch? Yeah…you’ll want to remember that.
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Newborn photography in Central PA capturing the everyday moments you didn’t know you’d miss.
I specialize in newborn photography that feels quiet, thoughtful, and centered around you and your baby’s rhythm. I serve expecting families in Harrisburg & beyond who want a newborn photography experience that feels simple, calm, and intentional, without overcomplication or pressure.
Whether your little one sleeps the whole session or needs to nurse every 20 minutes, nothing about this has to feel rushed or stiff.
I’ll gently guide you through the entire process so you can relax, exhale, and be present.
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Hi! I'm Kate McCord.
Don't miss a single moment...
From bump to birthday and all the little milestones in between, the Motherhood Collective ensures every chapter of your baby’s story is beautifully documented. These memberships give you peace of mind knowing the moments you’ll never get back will always be preserved with love and intention.
from squishy newborn
to her first steps
your effortless newborn experience
From our first conversation to the moment you're choosing the images that will live on your walls, I’ll walk with you through every step.
Reach Out
01.
Before your session, we’ll go over what to expect and how to prepare. I provide guidance on timing, outfits, and session flow so nothing feels overwhelming during those early days.
Plan with Guidance
02.
Your newborn session is slow, gentle, and baby-led. I handle the details, guide the process, and prioritize safety and comfort so you can relax, soak it in, and simply enjoy your baby.
Relax & Allow Me To Take It From Here
03.
You show up with a cute baby. I’ll take care of the rest.
The newborn stage is short & that’s why I make this simple!
Guided, stress-free sessions that capture what you’ll miss most.
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"Kate is truly the best!"
We’ve worked with her twice now and are looking forward to future sessions with her. She makes everything so easy and her turnaround time is unmatched!
— Katelyn Elliott
"Each photo felt natural, timeless, and full of personality."
Kate was incredibly professional, patient, and talented. She captured the most beautiful moments during my daughter’s glitter session. Highly recommend to anyone looking for stunning, high-quality portraits and a photographer who truly cares!
— Sarah Beers
"Kate is absolutely amazing to work with."
She makes you feel so at ease. Excellent work!! Thank you!
— Alexis Coalson
"Kate is simply the best!"
Patient and kind with our kids and knocks it out of the park with our images every time!!
— Rachael Dodd
"Kate has been unbelievably understanding and flexible."
From the start, she’s been so thoughtful, responsive, and easy to work with. Even when we had to cancel last minute, she handled it with total grace. I can already tell she’s a five-star professional who truly cares.
— Nicole Niles
"Kate was an absolute DREAM to work with."
She made my 35-week maternity session feel effortless and captured stunning images so efficiently. Her wardrobe options were beautiful and photographed even better than what I brought myself. We can’t wait to come back for our newborn session!
— Michelle Kim
"We’ve had 4 amazing sessions with Kate over the past 2+ years!"
She’s professional, warm, and consistently delivers photos we’ll cherish for a lifetime. My daughter even looks forward to picking out a dress from Kate’s client closet! We truly love her work and can’t recommend her enough.
— Hemisha Patel
tiny toes, sweet yawns, and sleepless nights.
Your baby has captured your heart. Let me capture your story.
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Effortless Newborn Photography
• Thoughtful pre-session planning so you feel prepared, not overwhelmed
• A curated selection of studio props, wraps, and outfits for your baby
• Baby and mama wardrobe options to borrow, with styling guidance available so you don’t have to overthink outfits or how it all comes together.
• Gentle, baby-led posing with safety and comfort always prioritized
• A private online gallery to select your favorite images (Happy to be the tie breaker if you can't decide!)
• Wall art and album options to ensure your memories are printed, displayed, and truly lived with.
My most popular studio newborn experience, designed for parents who want a beautiful, effortless session without overthinking a single detail. Calm, baby-led, and thoughtfully styled so you can walk in, exhale, and soak in those tiny, fleeting moments.
Starting at $789
plus, thoughtful options like:
Big siblings are always welcome and encouraged—
they’re an important part of your baby’s story.
Don't forget your fur babies!
because they're a part of your family too!
Prefer an even more effortless experience?
I can come to you. Ask about my in-home newborn sessions.
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The best time for your Harrisburg Newborn Photoshoot is when your newborn baby is between 7 to 21 days old. This is when they are sleepiest and usually easiest to settle. After this time, newborn babies can become harder to settle and this is when things like baby acne and colic can set in.
Your newborn session can take place in my Etters, PA studio or in your Central PA home depending on the type of session you choose. Posed newborns take place in the studio only. Lifestyle newborns can be held in your home or in my studio.
I recommend reaching out when you are in your second trimester to book your newborn session. I will add your due date on my calendar and once baby arrives, we will schedule you!
Newborn sessions are baby led and therefore no two sessions are exactly the same. But on average you should expect to be at the studio for around 2 hours or have me in your home for around 90 minutes.
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What should I wear to my newborn session?
Prior to your session we will have a consult call where we will discuss wardrobe, color preferences, and plan out your entire session. I will help guide you to choose outfits that complement your style and photograph beautifully. My clients gain exclusive access to my client closet!
Newborns are unpredictable. Don't worry! With years of experience between my own children and client's babies, I have a lot of tricks up my sleeve to keep your baby safe, comfortable, and sleepy. I'll send you a guide beforehand to help you prep baby as best as you can and if we need to take breaks to feed or snuggle, we will.
"I literally got to just sit and relax while Kate took the most beautiful photos of my children I've ever seen."
Do not hesitate to book a session with Kate - she's a photographer for a reason! And don't hesitate or stress over multiple kiddos or crazy kiddos. My son is 3 and Kate managed him better than I ever have and got multiple photos of him with his real smile rather than his new fake smile.....We appreciate the time and effort you put into our session and the detail you obviously paid to questionnaire to bring our vision to life!
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We cannot say enough good things about Kate and her work. Our family went to Kate for our little one's newborn photos and we are just in love with every single shot she took.
Olivia & Ken
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Kate McCord is an award winning Harrisburg newborn photographer. She has master certification from the National Association of Professional Child Photographers and was named Simply the Best Photographer by Harrisburg Magazine in 2023. She offers maternity, newborn, and milestone portraiture both in her studio as well as on location in her warm, organic style.
Kate serves Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, York, Lancaster, Hanover, Hershey, Gettysburg, and beyond.
Your Harrisburg Pennsylvania Newborn Photographer
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Thanks for stopping by! My studio is located off of I-83 in York Haven, PA (York County). You can reach me by filling out the form below and I will send you a follow-up email within 24 hours. I look forward to speaking with you!
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