Why a Milestone Photoshoot at a Beautiful Park is a Must from a local St Augustine & Jacksonville Family Photographer
- Melody Coarsey
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
As a local St Augustine and Jacksonville family photographer, one of my favorite ages to capture is that perfect 6-9 month old range. There’s just something about this sweet in-between stage—your little one isn’t quite a newborn anymore, but they’re not racing around like a toddler yet. They’re full of expressions, curiosity, and personality, and photographing them at this age feels like bottling up a season you’ll want to remember forever 💛.

Between 6-9 months months, so many babies are sitting confidently, smiling with their whole face, and showing off their first teeth (or maybe those adorable gummy grins). They’re fascinated by the world, and when we head to one of our gorgeous local parks in St Augustine or Jacksonville, it’s like watching their curiosity come alive. The soft breeze, rustling leaves, and colorful flowers all become part of their little adventure, and it makes for the most natural, joy-filled photos.

Parks give us space to let your baby’s personality shine. They can sit on a cozy blanket under a big oak tree, reach for petals in a flower garden, or giggle as you lift them up into the golden sunlight ☀️. The greenery and natural textures create a timeless backdrop that will never go out of style, which means your milestone photos will feel just as beautiful decades from now.
Another reason I love these milestone sessions is how relaxed they are for parents. There’s no pressure for perfect poses—these sessions are all about genuine connection and capturing your baby as they are right now. We’ll get those sweet, snuggly family moments, the silly faces, and the little quirks that make your baby completely unique.

Before you know it, your baby will be crawling, walking, and running. These quiet, joy-filled moments pass so quickly, and milestone photography is one of the best ways to hold onto them. Whether we meet at a dreamy Spanish moss-covered park in St Augustine or a sunny riverside spot in Jacksonville, your sweet baby's milestone session will be full of laughter, love, and memories you’ll treasure forever 🌿.

If your little one is nearing that magical 6-month, 8-month or even 12 month mark, now is the perfect time to schedule your milestone photoshoot. Let’s capture those gummy smiles, sparkling eyes, and chubby little fingers before they’re on to their next big adventure. CLICK HERE to grab my portrait guide with all the information OR to see even more from this sweet session scroll on down.
~Melody













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