Are you pregnant, or ready to plan a newborn session with your little one? Here is Everything You Need to Know About Your Newborn Session at home:
- When to schedule your session: Lifestyle newborn sessions are typically scheduled within the first two weeks, but I have also done newborn sessions when the baby is up to 8 weeks old. It really depends on what works best for your family.
- What to wear: You’ll want to wear something comfortable and that you feel good in. Avoid anything too busy or patterned, as this can distract from the photos. For your baby, a simple onesie, swaddle, or even a diaper with a neutral diaper cover, photograph well. You and your partner (and any siblings) should be comfortable in your clothes, too. Choose outfits that are neutral tones, light and casual. Mom can wear a simple tee or a blouse, or choose a flowy dress.
- What to prepare at home: Clear out any clutter from the rooms where we will be shooting. Typically, families like to use the nursery, primary bedroom, and sometimes even the living room area.
- What to expect during the session: Lifestyle newborn photo shoots are unposed, relaxed, and natural. These sessions are about the unconditional love and connection between you, your baby and your family. They are about preserving the precious details of those first few weeks of life.
Here are some additional tips for your newborn session at home:
- Have a plan: Before the session, take some time to think about what kind of photos you want. Do you want photos of your baby sleeping, swaddled, or wrapped? Do you want photos of your baby with you and your partner? Once you have a plan, you can share it with me so we can make sure to capture the moments that are most important to you. That being said, newborns are not on any type of schedule.
- Be flexible: Things don’t always go according to plan with newborns. So, be prepared to be flexible and go with the flow. If your baby is fussy or needs to eat, there is always time to soothe him/her between taking photos.
- Relax and enjoy the moment. This is a special time for you and your family. So, relax and enjoy the moment. And I will be there to capture all the beautiful details.
I hope these tips help you plan for your newborn session at home. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Everything You Need to Know About Your Newborn Session
Welcome to Colorado Lifestyle Photography. I am Kristin Christian, a wife, mama, and lifestyle photographer living in Colorado. Through the use of vibrant colors and emotive imagery, I focus on the moment first, giving you uninterrupted time to be together. I am committed to capturing authentic connections and finding joy in the tiny details, all while creating a fun and stress-free experience. Please CONTACT ME for more information about planning your maternity & newborn sessions. Colorado Lifestyle Photography serves Denver and Boulder area families.
