Top 10 Baby Keepsakes Every Parent Should Have | Vinny Almeida Photography

April 1, 2025

Your baby’s first year is full of milestones and moments you’ll want to remember forever. The days may feel long, but the years go by fast — and before you know it, your newborn is taking their first steps.
At Vinny Almeida Photography, we help parents capture and preserve these memories through timeless photographs and heirloom products. Here are the top 10 keepsakes every parent should consider for their little one.

1. Professional Newborn Photos

Nothing compares to the quality and artistry of a professional newborn session. These images freeze the tiny details — the soft cheeks, the wrinkled toes — that change so quickly.

2. Maternity Photos

Celebrate your journey into motherhood with a maternity session. These photos will remind you how strong and beautiful you were while growing new life.

3. Baby’s First Year Album

From newborn to first birthday, collect your favorite images from milestone sessions into a single album. This becomes a treasured heirloom you’ll flip through for decades.

4. Canvas or Metal Wall Art

Turn your favorite portraits into large statement pieces for your home. At Emporium Print, our canvases and metal prints are museum-quality and built to last.

5. Personalized Baby Blanket

A custom blanket with your baby’s name and birth date makes a beautiful keepsake — and a cozy prop for future photoshoots.

6. Footprint or Handprint Art

Capture those tiny fingers and toes with a clay mold or ink print. Pair them with a framed photo from your newborn session for extra sentimental value.

7. First Outfit and Hospital Bracelet

Save your baby’s going-home outfit, hat, and hospital bracelet in a shadow box or memory chest to look back on one day.

8. Smash Cake Photos

Celebrate turning one with a fun, messy cake smash session. These photos perfectly capture your baby’s personality at this exciting milestone.

9. Growth Chart or Height Marker

Track your child’s growth on a personalized chart or wooden ruler — it’s both decorative and meaningful.

10. Family Portrait

End your baby’s first year with a family session to capture everyone together. These portraits show the love and connection that grew during that special first year.

Final Thoughts

Keepsakes are more than just objects — they are tangible reminders of your baby’s earliest days and your journey as a parent.

Ready to start creating your baby’s keepsake collection?
Schedule a newborn, milestone, or family session with Vinny Almeida Photography and let us help you turn these fleeting moments into artwork and memories that will last a lifetime.