When to Schedule Your Newborn Photos
I’m so glad you’re thinking about a newborn photography session. As a mom of grown children, I can assure you that taking professional newborn photos is a decision you’ll never regret. Your baby is only so tiny and new once, and you’ll have these images and portrait artwork to hold onto those precious memories for a lifetime.
If you’re wondering when to schedule newborn photos, I’d love to answer that question for you and provide some additional information to consider.
The Best Time for Newborn Photos
The optimal timing for a newborn session is during the first few weeks of life. This period captures the delicate and precious moments when your newborn is still adjusting to the world. The early weeks are the ideal time to capture them while your little bundle is sleepy, curly and has all those unique newborn features that change so quickly.
The session is intentionally longer (2-3 hours) to allow for essential elements such as diaper changes, feedings, and sweet snuggles. This longer time frame not only ensures the comfort and well-being of your baby but also provides the space for spontaneous, heartwarming moments that make for truly authentic, candid, and cherished photographs. As I said, I’m a mom too, so if you need to take time for baby, it’s no problem for me at all.
If you’re worried about how you’ll be able to handle a photography session so soon after birth, let me assure you that we will make your session as easy as possible for you. I’d love to share more about the full-service newborn photography process and what it includes.
Full-Service Newborn Photography in Birmingham
Location
The session itself is designed to take place either in the comfort of your home or in my studio, offering flexibility to accommodate your family’s needs and preferences. Whether you choose an in-home or in-studio session, the goal remains the same: to capture the genuine beauty and connection within your family through lifestyle newborn photography.
Wardrobe
My growing client wardrobe has beautiful dresses for mom with many classic styles in a variety of sizes. You won’t need to worry about finding a dress two weeks postpartum. Every session includes customized wardrobe guidance for your whole family to make finding outfits for everyone a breeze.
Custom Professional Portrait Artwork
After your session, my professional film lab develops and scans the images. Within 3 or 4 weeks, your images will be ready to view and download digitally. Once you’ve seen your images, we can decide how you want to print these to display them in your home. I’m happy to take this task off your plate by printing your artwork through my professional printers. You’ll have high-quality wall art or an album that will last you through the decades without the hassle of doing it yourself.
Professional Newborn Photographer In Birmingham, AL
The decision of when to schedule your newborn photos is a personal one, but you will never regret capturing those first moments with your new bundle. If you’re ready to chat, I’d love to schedule our initial consultation. I can answer any of your questions and explain my full-service process. It would be an honor to capture these portraits for you.
