What should we wear? What should the baby wear?

Once your session is reserved, I will send information to help you to prepare for your newborn session. It will include clothing suggestions and links where you can find the latest and cutest baby products so that your session will be unique to you. Once your session is scheduled if you have questions about certain clothing or outfits, I would be happy to answer them for you.

Where will the baby session take place? Where is your studio?

All of my sessions are done on location. This means that I will come to your home for the session. I will bring everything that is required for a successful newborn session. Once I arrive, we will look around your home together and decide where the session will take place. Occasionally we may move furniture to make room but I have worked in apartments and condos with limited space and we can always make it work. Having the baby session in your home will allow you and your family to relax in the comfort of your own surroundings during the session. Your older children can play while waiting for their turn to be photographed, and mom and dad can sit back and relax on the couch while I work with your baby. During the session we will take breaks for feedings and cuddling as necessary.

How long will the session last?

Newborn sessions are very unpredictable. The session could last anywhere from an hour and a half to up to four hours. Please plan accordingly.

Would it be possible to take some breastfeeding photos?

Absolutely! I know that breastfeeding may be new to you and you may be feeling a bit uncomfortable and awkward, but in the end breastfeeding will most likely be a fond memory that you will want to remember. Not only have I photographed many new moms breastfeeding their babies in a tasteful and artistic manner, but I also breastfed my own son and am very comfortable with the process. If you are interested in breastfeeding shots, please let me know on your client questionnaire and I will ask you during your session if it’s something that you’re still interested in doing.

Why should we choose you as our family photographer?

I think of newborn photos similar to a wedding. This is a time that you cannot get back. Yes, you will have many future photo sessions with your child as they grow, but the period for the sweetest, sleepy, newborn photos is only within the first two weeks of life. This is why who you choose as your photographer for this time is very important. You want someone who has experience working with newborns and infants and who has a proven track record for producing quality images each and every time. Newborn photography is my specialty and the consistent quality of my work is evident in viewing my portfolio

When is the best time to schedule my newborn session?

Right Now! If you are pregnant and know that you want a newborn photo session, please schedule your session as soon as you can. Although I make every effort to fit in last minute newborn session requets, my schedule fills quickly and once it is full, it can sometimes be difficult to do so. Once you are on the schedule, you will be given priority for session scheduling when your baby arrives. If your baby is already born, please feel free to call or email to inquire about a session as I do try to fit in newborns whenever possible.

When should I call to schedule the actual session date?

I ask that clients put me on their birth call list so they remember to give me a call as soon as possible after the baby is born (email is fine too!). Some parents will even message me as they are going into labor or heading for the hospital. This allows me to do any schedule juggling that might be necessary to be sure that your session will take place within the first two weeks.

When is the best time for the newborn session to take place?

The best time for a newborn session is within 6-12 days after birth. There are circumstances when your baby may have to be photographed later (such as a longer hospital stay), but in general we want to photograph your baby as soon after birth as possible. This gives us the best chance to get those sweet, sleepy, curly shots that make you say, “awwwww”. Of course I always work for those open eye awake shots too

What if my baby cries or is cranky?

Once your session is scheduled, I will give you all of the information that is needed to help to ensure a happy, sleepy baby during our session. If you follow the tips and guidelines that I give you, chances are good that we will not have a problem, although some babies do take longer than others to settle.

Do I have to be in the pictures as well?

I know you just gave birth and are not feeling your most beautiful, but yes! you should be in the photos as well. I can work wonders with retouching dark circles from the sleepless nights and I know how to camouflage the problem areas that remain. You cannot get this time back, and later you will be thankful to have photos of yourself with your new baby. Also, as your baby grows, s/he will love seeing themselves as a teeny baby with mommy and daddy. Having said that, it is always your choice who will be included in the photos.

Can we get some images of the new baby with big brother and big sister?

We will definitely try! Newborn and sibling portraits (especially with toddlers) can be some of the more difficult images to capture. Is it possible? Yes. Can I guarantee success? Unfortunately, no. Each newborn and each toddler is unique in their attitude towards each other. I do have several ideas for trying to capture siblings together that usually work well.