Celebrate life’s most precious milestones with our maternity and newborn photography sessions. These specialized sessions are designed to gently and beautifully capture the anticipation of motherhood and the delicate first days of your baby’s life.

90 Minute Session
1 Location (Rented Studio or Outdoor)
Baby Wraps + Props
Includes 25 Professionally Edited Photos and Online Gallery Delivery
The Signature Newborn Session is designed to slow everything down and hold onto it, just a little longer. With a gentle, baby-led approach, this session allows time for feeding, soothing, and natural moments to unfold without pressure; these are the moments you’ll wish you could return to — and now, you can.
The first days are precious and pass in the blink of an eye.
The ideal time for newborn photos is between 5–14 days after birth. During this time babies are sleepier, curl naturally, and are easier to pose safely.
However, beautiful newborn portraits can still be captured up to 6 weeks old.
It’s best to book your session during your second or third trimester to guarantee availability.
Your session date will be tentatively reserved based on your due date, and we will finalize the exact date once your baby arrives.
Newborn sessions typically last 1.5–3 hours.
This allows time for:
The session is completely baby-led and relaxed.
Newborn sessions can take place:
• In your home lifestyle session
• Outdoors (weather permitting)
• In a studio setting (rented studio)
Lifestyle sessions are very popular because they capture your baby in the comfort of your home.
Yes — and it's highly encouraged!
Family images are some of the most meaningful photos from the session, and we always include time for:
Simple is best.
Neutral tones and soft textures photograph beautifully. Babies are often photographed:
Avoid clothing with large logos or bright patterns.
Soft neutral colors photograph best.
Great options include:
Avoid:
That’s completely normal.
I work with babies at all stages of sleep and awake moments. Some of the most beautiful images happen when babies are quietly awake.
Sessions are never rushed, allowing time for soothing and feeding.
Absolutely.
Your baby's safety and comfort are always the top priority. Poses are done gently and safely, and your baby will never be forced into uncomfortable positions.
Parents are always nearby throughout the session.
No problem at all.
Because newborn sessions are booked around your due date, we keep space available in the calendar to adjust once baby arrives.
Before your session you will receive a Newborn Session Preparation Guide that includes tips for:
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