Nappies, MORE nappies AND WIPES

Accidents happen.  Always be prepared.  Come with a backup of multiple diapers. Multiple as in way more than you think you may need. (That goes for wipes, too!)

CLOTHING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Please dress the baby in loose, comfortable clothing to avoid any imprints on their delicate skin.  It’s also advisable to not secure the nappy too tightly for the same reason. Note, too, that the studio is set to a toasty temperature to keep the baby nice and warm.  Plan to wear layers so you are comfortable.

PACIFIERS

Between posing, props and moving around, baby may become a bit fussy.  It is crucial to minimize this and maximize baby’s comfort. That is why I always recommend and encourage a pacifier – even if it is the only time you use a pacifier. It will help make the shoot go more smoothly.

FEEDING

Pictures of hangry babies may be funny but are not the cute, cuddly and posed ones we are aiming for. Make sure your baby is well fed prior to coming to the studio.  Bring all of the necessary equipment to feed your little bub during the session. Sessions can take anywhere from 2-4 hours depending on the package you are wanting to purchase. If your baby is awake when you arrive to the studio I may ask you to feed him or her before beginning the session. A full belly helps a newborn stay sleepy for their shoot.

If you’re nursing you are good to go but also bring any supplementary bottles for feeding (especially if it is very early on after birth). I want everyone to be relaxed and well fed! No stressing in the studio over milk!  You can never have too much of a supply!

FOOD

Speaking of nourishment, It is always a good idea to have a few snacks with you incase you or other family members start to get hungary. I have water available on location, but its a good idea to bring some along.

ENTERTAINMENT

If big siblings are participating in the shoot be sure to have activities for them.  Also, please remember that you may need entertaining, too. A book or charged phone can fill the minutes and hours while your baby and I are working to get the poses just right!

PROPS AND ACCESSORIES

I love my vendors and carefully select my props, accessories and wraps.  I will select some based on your color scheme and preferences and will have plenty on hand to choose from. If you have a special family heirloom, prop or accessory you would like incorporated into your session, please let me know in advance so that I may plan for it during the shoot and we can discuss how you would like it included.

MAKING MEMORIES

Overall, I want your newborn session to be a relaxed, comfortable, and positive experience.  If you have any questions or concerns never hesitate to reach out. Newborns are only teeny tiny for a short time and a newborn session is the perfect way to create and capture these precious memories.