Good Natural Light is essential for Newborn Family Photos

Master Beds are best for sibling photos

Large couches with chaise works well too

Backlit settings are not ideal for the full set of photos, just a couple

Clothing: Solids are best. Prints distract from baby

Nursery photos can make for a sweet setting

Sibling photos will go first! This is Critical!

Family photos will follow sibling photos

Location: Quiet, closed off room is best. I will bring lights for this portion. Sudden noises (washing dishes, ice machines, loud animals) can wake baby.

Ideally, 5 x 5 ft. spot works best, but I can get creative with out things are laid out if needed.

Heat the room for the newborn only photos to 75-80 degrees

Feed baby fully, do not short change the feeding because you are in a hurry

Keep baby awake for the hour before the session if you can (but don’t’ let them get overtired)

RELAX! Baby will pick up on your tension and won’t relax or sleep. I have worked with 200+ babies, your little one is in very good hands.

Please have baby in just a diaper and blanket so I don’t have to get them out of warm PJs and wake them by undressing them.