Having your newborn photos taken is very exciting. Newborns change so quickly so you may be wondering when you should schedule your newborn photoshoot.
I wanted to answer a few common questions I hear to help you along with the process.
How old does my baby need to be for their newborn photoshoot?
Some photographers want you to have the photos taken in the first ten days of life, but I am not one of those photographers.
My style of newborn photography is called, Lifestyle Newborn Photography. What that means is that I will be doing very little posing which means that the baby does not need to be super sleepy, as they are in the first ten days, for their photos.
I think babies are perfect just the way they are and I am happy to do a newborn style shoot at any age. That being said, they do change and grow very quickly in the first weeks of life. I recommend trying to get the shoot scheduled before the baby is three months old, just to capture that newborn sweetness.
When should I schedule my Newborn Photoshoot?
Most of my expecting parents inquire while they are still pregnant. I then place your due date on my calendar and wait for you to email me after the baby is born. At that time we pick a date that works best for you. However, it is never too late to reach out. So, if baby is already born, simply contact us and we will get you on the books.
To me, perfect newborn poses and specific ages aren’t important. Newborns are beautiful just the way they are. The process of hiring a newborn photographer should be pleasant and seamless. I can’t wait to capture your family during this special time.
BTW, the baby in this post was three months old. ❤️
