Photography by Crystal Leigh Corpus Christi Newborn Photographer

09/02/2026

POV- You're just as smitten with your parents as they are with you!
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Let's get you scheduled so you don't miss out on memories as precious as this one.
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If you're due this month or have a new baby, touch base with me ASAP!
With cheer practice/football games & travel plans, I'm limited on availability.

08/30/2026

Newborns & smiles…

Sometimes I can tell when one is about to happen, so I’ll hover over baby with my camera and patiently wait. Occasionally I catch it. Most of the time I don’t.

Naturally, they usually decide to smile the second I set my camera down or turn away. Go figure. 😂

Sometimes I rush back just in time to miss it completely… or catch something perfectly adorable and completely out of focus. Boo.

But TWINS smiling at the same time — and me actually having my camera up, focused, and ready at that exact moment?!

Absolutely miraculous.

And honestly, this one photo was worth every bit of effort that went into their session.

About six hours from start to finish. An aching back. Patiently waiting for each baby to settle into each pose. Feeding and snuggling breaks. Reassuring an anxious momma that her babies were doing just fine. The burning in my legs from squatting beside them, trying to perfect a pose without disturbing two finally-content little humans.

Twin newborn sessions take patience. A lot of it.

But then you get a moment like this.

Two tiny smiles. At the same time.

And somehow, I caught it.

08/12/2026

Look at this! Who wants a session with this set?

Glass and Grace Studio has a beautiful setup for the Fall season. Let me know if you want to book so we can reserve a spot there!

08/07/2026

Local friends — I’m looking for recommendations!

I’m hoping to find someone who can give my family of five a few dance lessons to help us prepare for a very special upcoming event.

Fair warning: we’re a pretty clumsy bunch, so we’re definitely not looking to become professional dancers. We just need someone patient who can help us feel a little more confident and coordinated on the dance floor!

I do have an open space available for us to practice, so we can host the lessons if that makes things easier.

I’m absolutely happy to pay for lessons. But if you happen to be interested in trading services instead, I’d be open to working something out for photography — headshots, a family session, etc.

If you teach dance, know someone who does, or have a recommendation, send them my way!

07/23/2026

🤍 Introducing Hello Baby Sessions 🤍

I'm excited to introduce a brand new portrait experience to the studio!

Designed especially for babies 7–12 weeks old, Hello Baby features a clean, minimal aesthetic with bright white backdrops, carefully curated wardrobe, and a focus on your baby's bright eyes, sweet expressions, and growing personality.

To celebrate the launch, I'm now accepting applications for Hello Baby Portfolio Sessions.

These special introductory sessions are helping me build the portfolio for this new experience and are available for just $99.

Your Portfolio Session Includes:
• 30–45 minute studio session
• 3 professionally edited digital images
• Opportunity to purchase additional images
• Photographer-selected styling

Because these are portfolio sessions, participants must agree to allow images from the session to be used in my portfolio and future marketing.

If your little one is 7–12 weeks old, I'd love to have you apply!

Applications are now open:
🔗 [https://crystaleigh00.wixforms.com/f/7202363975927857422]

Know someone with a baby in this age range? Tag them below or share this post!

07/17/2026

Guess what?
My very own baby (my oldest) is getting married!!!!!!

If you're one of my regular clients and you've seen me at all this year, this isn't a surprise as I'm just so excited I can't help but share.

We're getting pretty close to their big day and I need to find formal wear for my teen, pre-teen, and myself. Where do you recommend going locally? Tag your favorite small business for this purpose.

07/16/2026

Apparently this is the year of the third baby! 🤍

I’ve already had at least six families return to me this year with baby number three—after trusting me to photograph their first and second little ones, too.

This sweet family is one of them. Swipe through to see their newest addition, followed by big sister as a newborn and big brother at around three months old. It’s such a special thing to watch these families grow through the years.

Who else is adding another little one to the family this year? Let’s get your due date on my calendar!

I currently have availability for two newborn sessions this week and three next week, and I’m now booking due dates through December.

07/15/2026

Reminder to self: Add “Please explain to your newborn that their assignment for the day is to sleep through their photo session.” to the prep guide. 🤣

07/01/2026

Get a look at this deal!!!!

💥💥 4th of July Fire Sale 🔥🔥
This Friday July 3rd Special Pricing:
2 package options:

$90 2D/3D/4D/5D HD Live
All Inclusive Package
*20 min scan
*Gender determination
*Unlimited Guest Live Streaming
*4 Colored frameable photo prints
*Entire scan recorded & emailed
*All images emailed
*Family keepsake photo taken
*Seating for at least 14 guest

$70 Any 2D Scan or Early Imaging preg confirmation package.
*10 min scan includes heartbeat and measurements.
*2 black & white frameable photo prints
*Entire scan recorded and emailed
*All photos emailed
*Seating for at least 14 guest
*Unlimited guest live streaming
*NO Gender determination in this pkg

Limited spots available!!!
Text 361-589-9711 for scheduling & information.

*Must mention this ad for Sale pricing*

We look forward to seeing your little firecracker in our studio!

~ Bump 2 Baby & Beyond
Mike & Melissa Rodriguez
Over 33 Years scanning experience!
23 years in business!