Newborn photography can be quite challenging, but it so rewarding to be a part of your babies life. I love capturing these sweet faces each day! There is some planning that needs to take place prior to the session to ensure that your photo shoot is successful.
Here are some tips to help you plan and meet my expectations of your newborn portrait session.
Birthday - The session must be scheduled within 1 to 2 weeks of life (the best time is days 3-7 when the baby is acclimated to his/her new environment). I recommend scheduling your newborn session prior to the baby’s birth to ensure a spot on my calendar, Please contact me to book the session during your second trimester, and then send a quick email after you deliver to arrange a time for your baby’s session.
Where - The majority of my sessions take place in your home. If the weather is nice and both mom and dad are feeling comfortable, we can take the session outdoors.
Props - I have a collection of bowls, baskets, blankets, knit hats and headbands that I will bring with me to the photo session. You are welcome to use your own props; if you have family heirlooms, please have them ready upon my arrival.
Crank the heat - Your baby will be naked most of the time or in a thin swaddle blanket.
Loosen Up baby’s clothes to reduce imprints. All curtains and blinds should be open to help me find the best natural light in your home.
Sleepy - A baby in a deep sleep will take the best photos! Be sure to make the baby exhausted before our session.
Hungry - A well-fed baby is a happy baby, Please feed and burp the baby right before our session. A pacifier can also be a lifesaver.
Volume control - Please do whatever you can to keep the noise level to a minimum during your session. If you have other children who may create noise, see if another family member can take them for a few hours. I have a white noise machine that I use during the sessions to keep baby content.
Patience - Newborn sessions last anywhere from 1 to 2 hours. It really depends on the baby! If the baby is wide-eyed, that's okay; many parents love photos with baby’s eyes open.
Relax - I am comfortable holding babies, as I handle and maneuver newborns all morning at the local hospitals. I have been doing this for quite some time. so your baby is in safe hands. Please feel free to rest or take care of things while I snap photos.
