Grow With Me Experience | Edwardsville Newborn Photography
From bump… to baby… to first family sunset.
From bump to baby — a timeless Grow With Me newborn moment in Glen Carbon, IL
Your baby’s first year is made up of moments that pass far too quickly — anticipation during pregnancy, tiny newborn details, milestone moments, and the first time your family stands together at sunset.
The Grow With Me Experience is a signature first-year photography collection designed to document your journey through maternity, newborn, milestone, first birthday, and family photography in one seamless, thoughtfully planned experience.
This is one of the most complete Grow With Me photography experiences in the Metro East area, and a signature offering of Conner James Photography in Glen Carbon, Illinois.
What Makes Grow With Me Different
A complete first-year story — from newborn details to milestones and family connection.
Most photographers offer milestone sessions.
Grow With Me tells a complete first-year story.
Each session builds on the last, creating a cohesive timeline — from maternity photography, to newborn portraits, to baby milestone sessions, and finally your first family sunset photography session.
One photographer.
One editing style.
One consistent experience from start to finish.
You book once — and your baby’s entire first year of photography is planned.
Choose Your Grow With Me Photography Collection
Grow With Me photography is offered in two thoughtfully designed tiers for families in Glen Carbon, Edwardsville, and the surrounding Metro East area.
ESSENTIAL COLLECTION – $925
A timeless first-year story — newborn, milestones, and first birthday captured in our Essential Grow With Me Collection
Studio-Focused First Year Baby Photography
Mini Maternity may be in studio or outdoors
Includes:
Mini Maternity Session – 6 professionally edited digital images
Full Newborn Photography Session – 12 professionally edited digital images
One Baby Milestone Session – 10 professionally edited digital images
Basic 1st Birthday Photography Session – 10 professionally edited digital images
✨ Ideal for families who want timeless, studio-based newborn and milestone photography in Glen Carbon, IL.
SIGNATURE COLLECTION – $1,235
From bump to baby to first family sunset — our Signature Grow With Me Experience.
✨ Best Value • Most Complete Grow With Me Experience
Studio + Outdoor First Family Sunset Photography
Mini Maternity may be in studio or outdoors
Includes:
Mini Maternity Photography Session – 6 professionally edited digital images
Full Newborn Photography Session – 12 professionally edited digital images
Two Baby Milestone Sessions (6 months & 9 months) – 10 images each
Basic 1st Birthday Photography Session – 10 professionally edited digital images
First Family Sunset Photography Session – 10 professionally edited digital images
✨ This collection documents your baby’s first year from maternity to newborn to your first family photos at golden hour.
Built-In Value & Priority Booking
Grow With Me photography collections include bundled savings compared to booking sessions individually, plus:
✔ Priority scheduling for all maternity, newborn, and milestone sessions
✔ Consistent editing style across your baby’s entire first year
✔ Simplified planning — one booking, no re-booking stress
✔ A cohesive gallery that tells your family’s story
The Signature Collection offers the greatest overall value for first-year baby photography.
Safety, Experience & Care You Can Trust
With over 13 years of experience and more than 1,000 newborns photographed, families trust Conner James Photography as a leading newborn photographer in Glen Carbon, IL.
Christine is certified in newborn posing and safety, ensuring every baby is supported and photographed with the highest level of care.
A Limited, Boutique Grow With Me Offering
Grow With Me photography collections are limited each year to maintain a high-touch, boutique experience for families throughout the Metro East.
Once spots are filled, availability is closed for the year.
Ready to Begin Your Grow With Me Experience?
Your baby’s first year will pass in a blink — but your images will last a lifetime.
📩 To inquire about Grow With Me photography availability in Glen Carbon or Edwardsville, please contact me directly by email.
Once your date is secured, a booking link will be provided to finalize your collection.