Newborn Ready

You have your newborn session booked and are now wondering, what is next. Don’t worry, I’ve got you. I will share my experience with newborn sessions and guide you on how to best prepare and what to expect.

My Approach

My approach to newborn sessions is much more interactive. What does that mean? It means that I will be photographing you with your newborn. We will have you playing with them, soothing them or simply posing with them. This approach will allow us the flexibility to go at the newborns pace. There will be times when they will be fussy or overstimulated, which is all normal. We will be directing our session based on what they give us.

Don’t Panic

It’s normal to have our newborn crying or looking to be soothed. If that happens, do not worry, that is all part of the process. We will shift our direction of attention as we go. So there is no need to be worried about being completely picture perfect. If this happens we will have beautiful images of you soothing and connecting with your newborn.

What to Bring

It is important to bring what ever you think is necessary with a newborn. I will leave a list of potential things to consider.

• Wet napkins/ towl

• Second change of clothes

• Diapers

• Pacifier

Props

For our session, bringing props is not necessary, but you are more than welcome to bring any toys or plush animals. Props will be important if you wish to get some solo shots of your newborn on a blanket. Other than that, most of the shots will be with you.

Atmosphere

The environment we create will be very important to how well our newborn responds. They are able to pick up on our energy, so we must try our best to transmit calmness and nurture. For this reason it is recommended to be very mindful of how many people will be with us. If extended family will be joining us, we will have to create a smooth rotation.

Here to Help

Please let me know if I can help in your preparation. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.