What to expect at your newborn session?
Your posed newborn session will take at least 3 hours.
I do not rush babies. I will go slowly to move your baby from one pose to the next as comfortably as possible. Posing takes time and lots of patience.
Do not schedule anything 2 hours after your appointment
I have had sessions go longer than 3 hours when I get a fussy baby, so do allow for extra time at no additional charge.
Please ensure your newborn appointments are not on the same day as your newborn session.
How do I minimize baby’s fussiness during my session?
Follow the baby prep instructions I sent you!
I will spend time soothing your baby.
Some babies are gassy, unsettled, or just fussy. This is 100% normal. I will spend a lot of time soothing your little one to gently coax them into poses.
I have many tools to sooth and keep your newborn comfortable. Including; heat, white noise, pacifier, gentle rocking, and a lull-a-vibe among others.
Sit back and relax. Don’t worry, I'll ask for help when I need it and chat with you throughout the session.
Baby will be more hungry than usual.
Please bring AT LEAST double the amount of food baby would normally eat.
Baby’s need to have full tummies to be comfortable. We often refer to this as ‘milk drunk’.
Poses captured depend on your newborn.
Please come with an open mind and be flexible, not with a list of images you need.
It’s easier on your baby when I am able to flow with what they want to do in session. I promise I will get a beautiful gallery of images for you.
Please understand that babies might behave differently during the session than at home. This is also normal.
What happens if my baby won’t settle?
Your baby will be wrapped and be photographed wrapped.
Babies are used to the tight space in mom’s belly, and wrapping them makes them feel more secure and comfortable.
Even if your baby is calm, there is a wrapped portion of each session.
Every baby does things their own way
Some babies might frown in all their photos, and some won’t. This is normal and it makes your baby unique.
No I cannot make your baby not frown, please EMBRACE your child as their are.
