alexia ballantine photography

Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland Maternity,
Newborn, Baby, and Family Photographer

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As a Frederick County photographer, I have had a number of sessions over the years that have really stuck with me. This session tops that list even years later. Sweet baby Emily was born with neuroblastoma that was diagnosed in utero. When a fellow photographer was looking for someone to capture her time in the […]

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Jul 16, 2024

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As a DC Fresh 48 Photographer, nothing makes me happier than capturing your most precious memories. Nothing is more special as a photographer than being invited capture your baby in their first days of life. This beautiful baby boy and his absolutely lovely parents made for the perfect subjects for this memorable Fresh 48 session […]

newborn baby being caressed by his mother

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Jun 3, 2024

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As a DC baby photographer, nothing makes me happier than capturing the most precious times in your lives. Fresh 48s have a special place in my heart because there is something so unique about being there during the very first days of a new life. There is so much joy, so much love, and capturing […]

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Feb 22, 2024

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Having a baby in this unprecedented time, while beautiful and joyous, can also feel filled with tough situations and uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic has meant so many tough losses for mamas-to-be, from baby showers to in-person support throughout their pregnancy and birth, but beautiful Fresh 48 photos doesn’t have to be one of them. Here, […]

Newborn baby in a hospital bassinet.

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Jan 19, 2021

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I entered the 2021 International Association of Professional Birth Photographers (IAPBP) Image of the Year Competition again. I am so proud to be a member of this amazing organization and really aspire to photograph births regularly post-COVID. In fact, I had two births scheduled in the first half of 2020, but COVID squashed those plans […]

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Jan 16, 2021

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As a Washington, DC newborn photographer, I made a promise to myself that 2020 would be a year of growth. Entering the The Motherhood Anthology 2020 Photo Contest was the best way to do it, especially in these times. I want to push my boundaries and step out of my comfort zone. I want to […]

newborn yawning on mothers lap

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May 11, 2020

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Those lips. Ten perfect, tiny fingers and toes. A beaming, beautiful mama. A family filled with joy. You could feel the love as soon as you walked into the room. This was one very, very loved baby. Baby Brooks is such a calm little guy, totally at peace with his first modeling experience and posed […]

Newborn baby sleeping in hospital

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Jul 17, 2018

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Oh, this family! They are the absolute sweetest! Both mom and dad were BEAMING at their beautiful baby girl! And the photos of a very proud dad with his little girl… swoon! These photos don’t just capture the love these new parents have for their little one, but also the incredible bond between them as a […]

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Jun 24, 2018

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There is something so special about being able to capture the precious moments in the days after a baby is born. Fresh 48 sessions are one of my favorites! And what could make it even more special? When that squishy face and those tiny toes belong to the baby of one of your closest friends. […]

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Jun 4, 2018

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