Newborn Portrait Photography

It is never to early to reserve your newborn session. Newborn sessions are my specialty and my priority, and I recommend that you reserve your newborn session when you are in your second trimester and no later than the beginning of your third trimester. Your session fee must be paid in order to be formally placed in my studio calendar.

For a successful newborn session, please note that your newborn session will take place when your baby is 5 - 12 days new. When you reserve your session, I will plan for you baby's session to take place around the time of your due date. I know babies are not always born on or around their due date, they can come early or even a little bit late so I always maintain flexibility in my schedule to accommodate for that. Once your baby is born, I will have you contact me with in 24 hours after the birth of your baby (before you leave the hospital) so we can formally book your little one's newborn portrait session. Newborn sessions typically last about 2.5 - 3 hours to ensure we have time for all those adorable set-ups, feedings and any soothing that may occur.

When should I schedule my session?: I highly recommend reserving your newborn session once you are in your second trimester to ensure availability. Your actual session date will be scheduled once your baby arrives.

Newborn sessions take place Monday - Friday at 9:30am at my studio located just outside of Augusta.

If you have delivered your baby already, I do try to make room for a last minute session when I can. So, be sure to reserve a newborn session in advance.
What should I wear?: Everyone has their own take on what one should wear. I say it depends on the look and feel you want to display in your home. But, I do suggest dark, solid colors if you want a simple and timeless look and feel to your images and dark solid colors are also slimming when it comes to portraits.

You can also choose to wear a maternity gown from my client closet for your newborn portraits. Gowns are great for mommy/baby images and add a simple elegance to your images.

If you like color...let's discuss. There are some guidelines I like to follow.

I highly recommend to stay away from logos and busy designs as it distracting to the eye and can age an image years from now.

AND...most importantly your clothing must be clean, free from wrinkles and lint AND make sure that everyone's fingernails are manicured nicely as they will be in the images. Mamas, if you paint your nails, please stay away from bright colors. You don't want your nails to draw attention away from you or your baby. Light neutral colors or French tips are best.
What should I bring for my baby?: As far as props go, you do not need to bring anything but the baby. If you do have a special heirloom piece or prop you would like to use, please discuss with me ahead of time so I can incorporate it into the session.

Items to bring for your baby would include a pacifier, a soft blanket, burp cloth, formula/breast milk if your are exclusively bottle feeding and extra diapers/wipes.

I suggest bringing an extra pair of clothes for yourself just in case your baby gets "fluids" on you.
What is required to book a session?: A nonrefundable session fee is required in order to reserve your due date. Your actual newborn session will be scheduled once your baby arrives.

Newborns are photographed 5-12 days from the date of their birth.
What is your rescheduling policy?: If you need to reschedule, please contact me at least 24-48 hours in advance if you won't be able to come in for your scheduled portrait session due to illness or another reason. Even though the session fee is nonrefundable, we can reschedule your session within seven days of your original session.