Welcome to Your Newborn Session Experience

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Newborn sessions are slow, gentle, and completely baby-led. You can expect your session to last around three hours. While that may sound like a long time, it allows us to move at your baby’s pace—ensuring they stay comfortable, content, and well cared for throughout the entire experience. In reality, most of that time is spent tending to your baby’s needs—feeding, soothing, settling, and gently guiding them into natural, cozy positions. The actual photographing is just a small portion of our time together, but the result is a beautiful collection of meaningful, timeless images that are absolutely worth it.

When should you book your newborn session?
The best time to reserve your session is while you’re still expecting, ideally during your third trimester. Newborn sessions require flexibility and time, so photographers typically limit how many they take each week. Booking early ensures I can hold space for your due date and be ready when your little one arrives. That said, life happens—and if your baby is already here, don’t worry. Reach out as soon as possible, even if your baby was just born. I will always do my best to accommodate you.

When is the best time to photograph your newborn?
While there’s no strict rule, the ideal window for those soft, sleepy, curled-up poses is within the first two weeks of life—specifically around days 5–10. This timing allows families a few days to settle in after coming home while still capturing baby in that naturally sleepy, womb-like stage. During this period, babies tend to be more relaxed, flexible, and easier to gently pose. After the two-week mark, babies often become more alert and less inclined to stay in those curled positions, but beautiful images are still always possible at any stage.

How to prepare for your newborn session
A little preparation can go a long way in helping your session run smoothly and keeping your baby comfortable:

• In the days leading up to your session, gently handle and move your baby’s arms and legs to help them get used to being positioned.
• Try to keep your baby awake for a bit before your session—simple things like a bath, undressing them, or light activity can help.
• Dress your baby in loose-fitting clothing to avoid marks on their skin and to allow for easy changes without waking them.
• Feed your baby a full feeding right before arriving, and bring extra milk or a bottle in case they need a quick top-off during the session.
• Bring a pacifier, even if you don’t regularly use one. It can be incredibly helpful for soothing baby during transitions between poses.

Above all, my goal is to create a calm, relaxed experience for both you and your baby. There’s no rush, no pressure—just a peaceful environment where we can capture these fleeting first moments in a way that feels natural, safe, and true to your family.