Baby’s First Year with ashley nielsen studio


The Collective Membership


From your growing bump to tiny newborn details, wobbly sitting milestones, and first birthday celebrations — your baby changes so much in just one year. The Collective Membership was created for families who never want to miss a season.

At Ashley Nielsen Studio, families throughout Connecticut choose our membership experience to document their baby's first year with timeless, heartfelt photography designed to become part of your family story.

Whether you want maternity photos, newborn portraits, milestone sessions, holiday photos, or first birthday portraits, this flexible membership allows you to create a custom experience that fits your family.

Peaceful newborn baby sleeping in father's gentle hands wrapped in soft white blanket.
A loving mother with dark curly hair gazes tenderly at her newborn baby lying on a white surface.
Tiny newborn baby feet peeking out from a white knit blanket inside a wooden crib with a sweet dreams pillow.
A mother in a floral dress sits in a white nursery chair, tenderly kissing her newborn baby near a wooden crib.
A blonde mother in a floral dress tenderly gazes at her newborn baby wrapped in white blanket on a bed.
A peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a white blanket with hands tucked under cheek in a serene portrait.
A couple with a newborn baby stands in a cozy living room with exposed beams, a black cat nearby.
A peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a white bed wearing only a diaper in a bright, minimalist bedroom.
A mother with long dark hair holds her baby girl in a pink outfit during a golden hour outdoor autumn photo session.
Black and white photo of a woman in a flowing gown cradling a newborn by a sunlit window.
A couple sits by a bright window, tenderly gazing at their newborn baby in a cozy, elegantly decorated living room.
Baby girl in pink dress sits on fall leaves while blurred parents stand together in an autumn outdoor family portrait.
Elegant bed with rust linen, patterned pillows, a ceramic figurine, and a vintage floral tapestry on the wall.
Newborn baby swaddled in white blanket lying in a woven Moses basket on a soft cream textured surface.
Mother holding baby under cherry blossom tree in spring park, wearing floral dress with pink blooms overhead.
Two blonde sisters lovingly kissing their newborn baby sibling on a white background.
Young girl in white dress gazes lovingly at sleeping newborn baby sibling lying on white surface.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping with head resting on hands, wearing white bow headband on white background.
A mother with long dark hair holds her baby against her shoulder near a bright window, wearing a blue floral dress.
Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet peeking out from a white blanket in a woven basket.
Black and white photo of new parents tenderly cradling their sleeping newborn baby.
Father kisses laughing toddler daughter while holding newborn baby in black and white photo.
A newborn baby in a white onesie lies on a white blanket, partially swaddled, looking up with bright eyes.
A young girl in a floral dress sits on a bed, lovingly cradling a newborn baby wrapped in a pink blanket.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a white knit blanket wearing a white onesie.
A swaddled newborn baby lies on a white bed with a black dog resting on pillows in the background.
Black and white photo of a young girl tenderly kissing a sleeping newborn baby sibling.
A fluffy golden doodle dog lying on a rug indoors with a woman sitting in a rocking chair in the background.
Woman sitting cross-legged on a beige sofa holding a mug, gazing out large floor-to-ceiling windows in a bright modern living room.
New parents lovingly gaze at their sleeping newborn baby held in mothers arms near a bright window.
A dark-haired mother in a floral dress tenderly holds her newborn and young daughter in a bright, airy studio.
A mother in a floral dress holds her newborn while her young daughter leans against her in a bright studio.
A couple holds hands on a staircase, man carrying newborn baby, woman in floral dress, bright home interior.
Father holding sleeping newborn baby on acoustic guitar, tender parenting moment with infant in white onesie.
Close-up of a baby's head with a tiny hair curl and white lace bow headband.
Black and white photo of a mother sitting on the floor cradling her newborn baby by a window.
Black and white photo of a cute baby sitting on white bed sheets, looking back over shoulder with curious expression.
Sleeping newborn baby girl swaddled in white wrap wearing a delicate lace bow headband.
Peaceful newborn baby girl swaddled in white wrap with lace bow headband, sleeping on white background.
Black and white photo of a peaceful newborn baby sleeping curled up in a soft white wrap.
Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet peeking out from white blanket with soft toy lamb in background.
Mother in floral dress tenderly holding swaddled newborn baby by bright window in nursery room.
Newborn baby lying on white blanket with tiny toy pram and pink bow in bright nursery room.
Smiling Black father gently cradling newborn baby's head in his hands, wearing a light blue shirt.
A mother in a floral dress sits on a white sofa, lovingly cradling her newborn baby in soft natural light.
New parents in white outfits tenderly hold their newborn baby by a bright window in a serene home setting.
Happy family with two young children and newborn baby gathered in a bright, elegant home entryway.
New mother in white dress holds sleeping newborn while gazing out window at blooming pink cherry tree.
Smiling brunette mother in white gently touches her swaddled newborn baby's hand while bonding closely.
A mother in a white dress tenderly holds her newborn baby under blooming pink cherry blossom trees outdoors.
Mother in white dress holds newborn baby by sunlit window with pink floral curtains and blossoming tree outside.
Woman in white dress holding baby under green tree arch on garden path.
A mother in a floral dress tenderly kisses her newborn baby wrapped in a white knit blanket by a bright window.
A barefoot mother in a floral dress holds her newborn baby by a bright window with a white radiator.
Black and white photo of a woman in a white dress standing on a garden path framed by lush trees.
A newborn baby lying on a light blue quilted bedspread with white pillows in the background.
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What Is The Collective Membership?

The Collective Membership is a custom baby and family photography membership that includes:

  • Unlimited sessions during your baby’s first year
  • One membership fee to join
  • Personalized proofing & ordering appointment after every session
  • The freedom to purchase only the images you love
  • A beautiful heirloom album at the end of your membership featuring every image you purchased throughout the year

This membership was designed for families who know they will want to capture more than just newborn photos.

The most popular membership timeline includes:

  • Maternity Session
  • Newborn Session
  • Six Month Milestone Session
  • One Year Session

Many families also use their membership for:

  • Christmas photos
  • Fall family photos
  • Motherhood sessions
  • Sibling milestones
  • Cake smash sessions
  • Outdoor summer family portraits
  • Extended family updates

step 1

Join the membership



Reserve your membership with one membership fee and begin planning your family’s first year of sessions.

step 2

Schedule Sessions Throughout The Year


Choose sessions whenever you would like during your baby’s first year.

Some families book only milestone sessions, while others use the membership often throughout the year for seasonal family photos and special occasions.

step 3

Attend Your Ordering Appointments


After every session, we will meet for a personalized proofing and ordering appointment where you will choose your favorite images and artwork.

Digital images are available individually for $99 each, and image bundles are also available.

step4

Receive Your Heirloom Album


At the end of your membership, you will receive a custom album featuring every image you purchased throughout the year — a tangible way to relive your family’s story for generations.

Woman in white dress holding an open white hardcover book with both hands against a light background.

Why Families Love The Collective Membership


Consistent Photography Throughout The Year

Your baby changes constantly during the first year. Instead of scrambling to book multiple sessions separately, your membership keeps everything simple and connected.

A Stress-Free Experience

Once you are a member, planning becomes easy. Your sessions are already built into your year, making it effortless to preserve milestones as they happen.

Custom Artwork Designed Over Time

Instead of ending up with images scattered across phones and hard drives, your photographs become part of one beautifully curated collection.

Flexibility For Your Family

Need holiday cards? Want updated family photos? Decided you want maternity photos after all? Your membership gives you flexibility throughout the year.

Why Families Love The Collective Membership


Consistent Photography Throughout The Year

Your baby changes constantly during the first year. Instead of scrambling to book multiple sessions separately, your membership keeps everything simple and connected.

A Stress-Free Experience

Once you are a member, planning becomes easy. Your sessions are already built into your year, making it effortless to preserve milestones as they happen.

Custom Artwork Designed Over Time

Instead of ending up with images scattered across phones and hard drives, your photographs become part of one beautifully curated collection.

Flexibility For Your Family

Need holiday cards? Want updated family photos? Decided you want maternity photos after all? Your membership gives you flexibility throughout the year.

investment

Choose The Membership Option That Fits Your Family

Option One

The Collective Membership

$750 Membership Fee

Includes:

Unlimited sessions during baby’s first year

  • Personalized proofing & ordering appointment after every session
  • Access to purchase only the images you love
  • A custom heirloom album at the end of your membership featuring all purchased images

Digital images are available for $99 each, and image bundles are also available for families who would like a larger collection from their sessions.

This option is ideal for families who want maximum flexibility and know they may want multiple sessions throughout the year. Families typically invest $1600+ per session on images.

Option two

The keepsake plan

$475 Per Month

For families who love the idea of documenting baby’s first year but prefer smaller monthly payments, The Keepsake Plan offers a simple 12-month membership option.

This membership includes:

  • Three sessions of your choice throughout the year
  • 20 digital images included from each session
  • The option to upgrade for additional images or artwork
  • Priority scheduling for membership families
  • A custom heirloom album at the end of your membership featuring all purchased images

Families often choose:

  • Newborn + Six Months + One Year
  • Maternity + Newborn + Family Session
  • Newborn + Holiday Session + First Birthday

This option makes it easy to spread your investment throughout the year while still preserving your family’s most meaningful milestones. Digital images are available for $99 each, and image bundles are also available for families who would like a larger collection from their sessions.

Billed as 12 monthly payments of $475.

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Can I book more than three sessions?

Yes. The Collective Membership includes unlimited sessions during your baby’s first year. If you choose the monthly payment option, you can always upgrade for more sessions.

Do I have to purchase images after every session?

You will only purchase the images you love. During your proofing appointment, you can choose individual images or image bundles. Most families spend about $1600/session. The added value is in the saving of session fees and the complementary album at the end of baby's first year!

Are prints and frames available?

Yes. Families can purchase heirloom artwork, prints, albums, and wall art during their ordering appointments.

What areas do you serve?

Ashley Nielsen Studio photographs families throughout Connecticut, including Essex, Old Saybrook, Madison, Guilford, Westbrook, Greenwich, and surrounding New England areas.

When should I reserve my membership?

Most families reserve during the second trimester to guarantee availability for maternity and newborn sessions. Feel free to reach out and check availability at any time.

HEY, I'm Ashley Nielsen

Connecticut photographer

Ashley Nielsen Studio offers luxury newborn photography, maternity photography, baby milestone photography, and family photography in Connecticut with a natural, heartfelt approach focused on connection and storytelling.

If you are looking for a Connecticut baby photography membership that allows you to beautifully document your child’s first year while creating meaningful heirloom artwork for your home, The Collective Membership was designed for you.

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