5 Tips for Parents and Newborn Photography

Tip 1 – Pre-Book Your Newborn Photographer

Book the session while you are pregnant. This allows time to communicate with the photographer for session planning and crosses one thing off your to-do list.

Tip 2 – Save Inspiration Images

Inspiration is everywhere. Get excited, start saving your favorite images, create a Pinterest board and write out ideas. All of this will help your newborn photographer understand your hopes for a great newborn session.

Tip 3 – Pre Session Day Prep

Read over the prep guide that your newborn photographer sent. Pack the diaper bag, but don’t worry, if you forget something I stock the studio with the basics. If you have any questions make sure you reach out to your photographer.

Tip 4 – Session Day

Come to the session and relax. The more relaxed you are, the more relaxed the baby will be. Trust your newborn photographer and enjoy the moment, baby will never be this small again. If you have other children and they won’t be in the session, try to leave them at home with a sitter or family member. This will allow you to relax even more.

Tip 5 – Feed Upon Arrival

I have mom feed upon arrival is they are coming from more than 20 minutes away. If they live closer then a feeding can happen at home right before they come. Check with your photographer on what they prefer. As soon as baby is ready after a feeding then I’m able to work with a content and sleepy baby.

Bring on the good sleepy baby vibes!