
Preparing For Your Newborn Session
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Dressing the baby
Dress your baby in a single layer of clothing that is easy to undress. This will allow for seamless transitions between outfits and wraps during the session.
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Gassy baby care
If your baby tends to experience gas discomfort, consider administering gripe water after consulting with your pediatrician. This can help alleviate any discomfort during the session.
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Burping routine
If your baby spits up frequently, ensure that you pause during feeds to burp them more frequently. This can help minimize spit-ups during the session and keep your baby comfortable.
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Feeding schedule
Feed baby upon arrival. A well-fed baby is more likely to be content and cooperative during the session. I will stop for baby feeds. Consider bottle-feeding if possible for the session. This will help in keeping the baby happy during poses. Pack extras! It’s not uncommon for babies to feed more than usual during sessions.
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Warm bath
If possible, give your baby a warm bath approximately 2 hours before the scheduled session time. A bath can help relax your baby and prepare them for the photography session ahead.
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Baby essentials
Remember to bring all essential items for your baby, including diapers, wet wipes, burp cloths, pacifiers, blanket, hair brush and any other items your baby may need during the session.
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Baby Skin
Don’t worry if your baby has recently developed baby acne or flaky skin. This is normal for babies and there is no need to reschedule! Most babies I take pictures of have these things and it won’t affect your final photos. All these things can be edited including jaundice!
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Including Siblings
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable newborn session, we recommend that siblings, especially those who are toddlers or younger, attend only the first part of the session. Once their portion is complete, it would be ideal for them to be taken on a fun outing, such as a drive or a trip to the park. This way, they won't get bored and potentially disrupt the session, allowing for a more relaxed and focused environment for capturing those precious newborn moments.
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Session Length
Sessions can sometimes last up to 4 Hours. Please don’t schedule anything after your session in case the session runs longer than expected.
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Family Photos
Family photos are usually done at the start of the session when there are other children involved. If the family photos includes only adults, it will take place at the end of the session. This will make for a better flow during the session and will allow for ample time for the baby-only portion of the session. Please plan accordingly.
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Arrive Early
Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to feed the baby and change any diapers. Arriving late will take from the scheduled session time.
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Relax and enjoy
Finally, remember to relax and enjoy the experience! Your photographer is experienced in working with newborns and will take care to ensure that your baby is comfortable and safe throughout the session.
Mom
Simple dress in a neutral color or creamy tone. Flowy or fitted styles work well. Alternatively, pair a neutral-colored or creamy top with jeans. Look for tops with subtle textures like lace or knit.
What to wear
Dad
Button-down shirt in pastel colors. Avoid busy prints, stripes, or plaids. Alternatively, a plain black or white shirt can create a clean and classic look when paired with jeans.
Siblings
Boys can mimic Dad's outfit by wearing a similar button-down shirt in pastel tones paired with jeans. Girls can wear a simple dress in a neutral color or creamy tone.
Table poses to expect
I will typically incorporate at least 3 of the following table poses during the session. Please note that I can not guarantee a specific pose- this depends entirely on your baby’s cooperation. In the event that your baby isn’t comfortable with being posed, we can switch over to more natural, lifestyle-style, candid less-posed photos.








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