Hey there, friend! I’m Melissa, owner of Melissa Arlena Photography, specializing in at home lifestyle newborn photos in the comfort of your home. Lifestyle newborn portraits are my passion. Time moves so quickly and you’ll never have this moment again with your little one. Even if life isn’t Pinterest perfect, I promise you won’t regret taking the time to get dressed up, focus on one another without distraction, and having this time documented.
How do I book at home lifestyle newborn photos?
Don’t worry, I will guide you through every step of the process. From what to wear, to how to pose during the session, to the artwork for your home. If you are ready to take the next steps of planning your own at home lifestyle newborn photos, click here. I look forward to learning about you and most importantly, what would make the session of your dreams.










Hi there and thank you for stopping by! I’m Melissa, owner of Melissa Arlena Photography, a Charlottesville newborn photographer specializing in young and growing families in Virginia. I hope you enjoyed the at home lifestyle newborn photos feature I shared today and if you are interested in talking with me more about an in home newborn session, let’s connect. Not quite ready, but know you want to keep me in your back pocket? No problem! Follow me on Instagram and let’s be friends!
Melissa Arlena is an award winning lifestyle newborn photographer in Charlottesville and Richmond, Virginia who has earned her Master Photographer Certification from NAPCP in maternity, newborn and family photography. Her natural and simple work has been featured in magazines and online blogs worldwide. She has been named Best Maternity and Newborn Photographer in Richmond and Charlottesville, VA in 2024.