Baltimore Family Photography rooted in joy and connection
Joyful, Connection-Centered Portraiture for Families Who Want to Remember This Season
Family photography at Stretch & Wiggle Studios is about capturing life as it really is— full of laughter, love, and the little moments you don’t want to forget. You don’t need to worry about perfect poses or perfectly behaved kids. I’ll guide gently, give a few prompts when needed, and mostly step back to let your family’s real connection shine.
This is about presence over perfection, joy over stress, and making memories that feel like you — messy, loud, tender, and completely yours.
Thoughtfully designed family & newborn photography
Every session is designed to feel relaxed, connection-focused, and true to your family. Whether we’re documenting everyday joy or a meaningful milestone, the goal is always the same: presence over perfection, and images that feel like you.
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Calm, baby-led sessions focused on connection and closeness. Set in your home, newborn sessions are designed to feel unhurried, cozy, and supportive for the whole family.
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A beautiful way to celebrate growing families and meaningful seasons, from baby milestones, birthdays, to maternity photos and beyond. These sessions are gentle, intentional, and rooted in joy.
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Playful sessions that center connection and togetherness. Perfect for documenting your family as you are right now— laughter, snuggles, and all the in-between moments.
Stretch & Wiggle Studios Investment Guide
Our sessions are designed to feel relaxed, joyful, and connection-focused. Each includes guided photography time, travel within 15 miles of 21230, and a personalized heirloom consultation. Your booking fee covers the session itself. Digital files and printed products are purchased separately so you can choose the pieces that feel right for your family.
Lifestyle Newborn Session – Booking Fee $300
Up to 1 hour of photography with your newest family member in the comfort of your own home
Option to upgrade to include newborn portraits (swaddled on the beanbag) +$250
Adds 30–60 minutes to the session
Family & Milestone Sessions – Booking Fee $275
Up to 45 minutes of photography for up to 7 people with the option to upgrade to include additional family members
Location of your choice
Please note: Your booking fee covers your session only. All digital files and printed products are sold separately. On average, clients spend $1500+ with a minimum required spend of $750.
We believe that your family’s photos deserve more life than a folder on your computer.
They’re meant to live where your real life happens— on the walls you pass every day, in albums pulled off the shelf during slow mornings, in prints that get held by sticky hands that somehow keep growing year after year.
Because when kids see themselves reflected in their home — laughing, cuddled close, fully loved — it does something powerful. It tells them this is where I belong. It reminds them that their story matters, that they are part of something warm and steady and real.
That’s why this part of the experience matters so much.
After your session, I’ll help you choose the images that feel the most like your family and turn them into artwork designed for your home and your life. No overwhelm, no guesswork — just thoughtful guidance and heirloom pieces created to be seen, held, and returned to again and again.
Because these moments deserve to live with you, not just on a screen.
Custom Artwork & Heirloom Prints
Custom Artwork & Heirloom Prints
kind words from our clients…
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Hi, I’m Cait…
I’m Cait, the founder and lead photographer at Stretch & Wiggle Studios, and a Baltimore-based family and newborn photographer.
My approach to family photography is rooted in connection, presence, and ease. I believe the most meaningful images come from letting families relax, move naturally, and be exactly as they are— while offering gentle guidance and plenty of room for real moments to unfold.
Stretch & Wiggle Studios was created with a big dream in mind: to build a welcoming, inclusive space where families of all kinds feel seen, celebrated, and connected.
I’m honored to document the many beautiful ways love shows up in family life and am so excited to learn more about your sweet crew. Ready to dive in?
Answers to your FAQs
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Drop us a note… we can’t wait to hear from you! Once we have selected the perfect experience for your family, you’ll receive a contract and invoice. Your booking fee is due in full as a nonrefundable retainer along with a signed contract to make your session official on our calendar.
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While we dream of offering sessions in a studio space, at this time, all Stretch and Wiggle Studios sessions occur at clients homes or on location at a location of the clients’ choosing. We hold a list of local studio rentals if you would like to book a studio session.
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We got you, promise! Once we are official, you’ll receive a link to our full family photography guide, detailing a little bit of everything from styling your session to prepping your kiddos, hair and makeup, print and product options, and everything in between!
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Booking fees are due in full as a nonrefundable retainer to reserve your session on S&W Studios Calendar. Payment plans are available for printed products and digital files for any purchases over $2000.
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You can expect to see your images at your scheduled reveal appointment, typically within 2 weeks of your scheduled session. Print and product timelines vary depending on our vendor partner delivery timelines. You will receive an estimate for item delivery during or just after your reveal appointment.
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Styled newborn portraits require additional props and equipment to keep baby safe throughout their posing experience. We ask that any upgrades for individual newborn portraits be made at least 48 hours in advance to allow for proper preparations.
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At this time, all photography sessions are hosted and photographed by Cait Kramer though we dream of having a team of photographers to serve our families one day!
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While we offer a select number of swaddles, wraps, and gowns for newborns, we do not offer attire for other family members at this time.
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We currently call Baltimore, MD home with hopes to expand in St. Johns County, Florida in late 2026. Family sessions are offered in both Maryland and Florida on select dates.
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Absolutely! You can find our pricing brochure listed here.