NEWBORN SESSION INFO
These first few days in your baby’s life are so fleeting. You just want to grab them and tuck them away to remember always. With a newborn portrait study you can do just that!
Newborn sessions usually take place within the first 10 days of life; this gives us the best chance of getting those sleepy, curled up poses. Sessions last from 2 to 3 hours depending on baby’s needs. We take out time for feeding and snuggling, as well as perfecting each little pose while keeping baby safe and comfortable. These sessions are available as stand alone full sessions or as part of the Nestled to Newborn package. While they generally take place at the studio, in- home newborn sessions are also available.
You are welcome to bring along items special to baby or the family that you’d like included in the session. A few parent and/or sibling shots can also be included in the session. Almost all of the hats, headbands and furniture props are here in the studio {a few of the hats and headbands were brought by parents}. We are happy to add any ‘must have’ poses to our shot list.
Keep in mind this session revolves around baby, and while most babies under 10 days old are still very curled and posable, there are sometimes positions they just do not prefer. This is often due to the position they held in the womb. Your baby will never be forced into a position that is not natural for them.
How to prepare:
- Babies look best in the buff, so don’t worry about dressing up the little one. Dress them in something easy to remove in case they are asleep when we start the session.
- Diaper covers are very useful.
- Feel free to bring little hats, shoes, or blankets you have if you’d like them included in some shots.
- Babies should be bathed and have nails trimmed.
- Be prepared to feed baby during the session; newborns often cluster feed while they are with us, especially if they are nursing.
- Parents should bring an extra set of clothes if they plan to be in any shots. Baby is often in the buff, and accidents do happen.
- Please try to book your babie's session during normal nap periods. This will aid us in getting those sleepy shots.