Baby & Milestone Photography in Dothan, Enterprise & Fort Rucker
The first year of your baby’s life unfolds quietly — tiny milestones arriving one after another, often before you even realize they’ve changed.
From those first steady sits to curious little crawls and joyful first birthdays, milestone sessions are designed to preserve your baby’s personality exactly as it is in this season. With simple styling, soft textures, and space for natural movement, these sessions celebrate the beauty of growth without ever feeling rushed or staged.
Because the in-between moments matter just as much as the big ones.
Milestone photography with Wildheart is gentle, playful, and deeply heartfelt.
Rather than elaborate themes or busy setups, my approach focuses on connection and authenticity — allowing your baby to explore, smile, and interact naturally while I guide the session with calm direction. Whether photographed in the greenhouse, studio, or a softly styled outdoor setting, each session is created to feel timeless, relaxed, and full of life.
These images become a way to remember not just how your baby looked — but who they were becoming. These sessions often feel like a natural continuation of the story first told during your newborn portraits, allowing us to revisit familiar softness while celebrating the beautiful changes that come with time.
Every baby brings their own rhythm, curiosity, and personality into the session — and I embrace that fully.
Milestone sessions are lightly guided but never forced. I create a calm environment where babies feel free to explore, laugh, and simply be themselves. Whether your little one is just beginning to sit or already taking those wobbly first steps, I follow their lead while gently shaping moments that feel natural and joyful.
My goal isn’t perfection — it’s capturing the honest, fleeting expressions that make this season uniquely yours. Both the studio and greenhouse have a selection of props and toys, and I also bring a few on location with me based on baby's age and interests.
Styling for milestone sessions remains soft and intentional, keeping the focus on your baby rather than overwhelming props or trends.
I provide carefully chosen blankets, heirloom textures, and neutral pieces designed to photograph beautifully across every stage. Outfits are guided toward soft tones and timeless fabrics, and you’ll receive a session guide upon booking with helpful tips for dressing your baby and coordinating family looks if parents or siblings are included.
While I occasionally incorporate simple props or gentle seasonal touches, the heart of each session always remains your child — their expressions, movement, and connection.
A relaxed, playful approach
Simple styling & timeless details
planning and styling for your session
up to 45 minutes at one location
one outfit change
10 digital images + option to purchase additional images
Ideal for families wanting a brief, intentional session to mark a special stage.
$200
includes planning and styling for your session
up to two hours in studio or on location, or you can split between both
up to three outfit changes
10 digital images + option to purchase additional images
An elevated milestone session designed for families who want to slow down and capture this season in depth.
$325
*studio add-on $65
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What your milestone session feels like...
You’ll receive a curated gallery of softly edited images designed to feel timeless — photographs that grow more meaningful with every passing year.
After your session
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After booking, you’ll receive a milestone session guide outlining styling suggestions, session flow, and tips to help your baby feel comfortable and happy.
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Planning & preparation
Sessions are relaxed and baby-led, allowing plenty of time for exploration, cuddles, and natural interaction. I gently guide the experience while leaving space for real moments to unfold.
Session Day
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planning & preparation
After booking, you’ll receive a milestone session guide outlining styling suggestions, session flow, and tips to help your baby feel comfortable and happy.
01.
Sessions are relaxed and baby-led, allowing plenty of time for exploration, cuddles, and natural interaction. I gently guide the experience while leaving space for real moments to unfold.
session day
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You’ll receive a curated gallery of softly edited images designed to feel timeless — photographs that grow more meaningful with every passing year.
after your session
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Frequently Asked Questions
Milestone sessions are designed to celebrate the quiet stages of growth that often pass too quickly — from those first steady sits to curious crawls and joyful first birthdays.
Most families choose to photograph milestones around 4–6 months when babies begin sitting, around 9 months when personality and movement truly shine, and again at one year. However, there’s no single “perfect” age. Every baby grows at their own pace, and these sessions are created to reflect who your little one is in this exact season. Milestones also aren't just for babies! You can book milestone sessions at any age, and the early toddler years are my favorite to photograph.
When you book, I’ll help guide you toward a timing that feels natural and meaningful for your family.
Yes — milestone sessions can be a beautiful opportunity to document connection alongside your baby’s growing independence.
Your milestone session guide outlines the gentle flow of the session so you know exactly what to expect upon arrival. Family portraits are typically captured early while everyone feels relaxed, allowing the rest of the session to unfold naturally with baby-led moments.
Whether you choose to include parents, siblings, or focus primarily on your little one, the experience is always designed to feel calm, unhurried, and centered on genuine connection.
Styling is intentionally kept simple so you can arrive feeling prepared and stress-free.
I provide gentle guidance through my milestone session guide, along with access to a small, carefully curated client closet for littles. Pieces are chosen for their timeless feel — soft textures, neutral tones, and heirloom-inspired details that photograph beautifully without overwhelming your baby.
If you have a special outfit, handmade piece, or meaningful heirloom you’d love to include, you are always welcome to bring it. These items are incorporated thoughtfully so they feel natural within your baby’s story while maintaining the soft, cohesive aesthetic of the session.
That’s completely okay — and honestly, it’s often where the most genuine moments happen.
Milestone sessions are designed around your baby’s personality, with plenty of space for movement, exploration, and quiet reassurance when needed. Rather than expecting your child to sit still or perform, I gently guide the environment so moments unfold naturally.
Sessions move at your baby’s pace, allowing time for cuddles, breaks, and laughter. Some of the most cherished images come from those in-between moments when your little one is simply being themselves.
