parents with a newborn
Lifestyle Newborn Session
So you’ve booked a Lifestyle Newborn Session to capture your new little one. Now what? How do you prepare?
newborn lifestyle session
Spaces in the house
A lot of this depends on the light in your home. I have done a whole session in a nursery. Because that’s where the best light was in the house! Typically, I use the master bedroom, nursery and a living space, but any space will work! I will assess the light when I get to your home and we’ll take it from there.
mom kissing newborn baby
Prepping the house
Open the blinds! Turn off all the lights – it’s a natural light session. You don’t need to have a spotless house, but please put away any magazines or glasses/dishes. Also, turn up the heat! Not a lot, just a few degrees.
big brother feeding baby a bottle
Wardrobe
Something comfortable. I recommend light colored tops. You can take a look at my Pinterest Board for some inspiration.
lifestyle newborn session baby on bed
Baby Prep
Feed them! Fully. Right before I arrive. Dress them in something simple…a onesie or a little gown. I prefer something that doesn’t need to go over their head. I will bring a few white wraps and it’s easier to wrap them if their clothes don’t need to go over their head.
dad holding newborn
Booking
I recommend contacting me BEFORE the baby arrives. I’ll put your due date on my calendar. All I ask is that you contact me when your baby arrives. I usually do the newborn session sometime during the first month. Some clients like to do the session right away and some prefer to wait a few weeks to get in a good groove with their new addition. Either way works for me!
Questions about a Lifestyle Newborn Session? Let me send you some information!
