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5 Ways to prepare for your Newborn Session

Welcoming a newborn into your family is such a special moment filled with joy and wonder. Capturing these fleeting early days through professional newborn photography can create timeless memories that you'll cherish forever. To ensure your session goes smoothly and you get the most out of it, here are five essential tips to prepare for a newborn photography session:

Booking in Advance

Newborns are best photographed within the first two weeks of life when they are still very sleepy and easily poseable. It's ideal to schedule your session during this period to capture those adorable curled-up poses and serene expressions. Be sure to book your photographer in advance to secure a slot around your due date, as newborn photographers often have limited availability. By scheduling early you can ensure a successful and enjoyable session that captures the essence of your newborn's early days and you can embrace this magical time of pregnancy.

Creating a safe environment

We create a comfortable and warm environment for your baby during the session. Keep the room temperature slightly higher than usual (around 75-80°F or 24-27°C) to ensure your newborn stays cozy and comfortable while being photographed in their adorable outfits and props. We also have a portable heater available to keep your little one toasty warm. A calm and quiet atmosphere always helps keep the baby relaxed and sleepy, which is perfect for achieving those precious, peaceful shots.

Planning Outfits and Props

Discuss with your photographer beforehand about the style and theme you prefer for the session. We provide a variety of props, wraps, and outfits, but you might also want to incorporate personal items such as a favorite blanket or a special toy. Simple, timeless outfits usually work best, as they keep the focus on your baby's natural beauty without overwhelming the photos.

What to bring with you

During the session, your baby is in control. We allow time for breaks to feed and comfort your baby as needed. A well-fed and content newborn is more likely to stay calm and relaxed throughout the session, allowing us to capture those precious moments. Bring along extra diapers, wipes, baby bottles, pacifier, hairbrush, burp clothe, blanket and any other essentials your baby may need to ensure they stay comfortable throughout the shoot.

Relax and enjoy the session

While it's natural to want everything to be perfect, remember that newborn photography sessions are also about capturing the authentic moments of this special time in your family's life. Trust your photographer's expertise and relax into the session. Your baby can sense your mood, so staying calm and positive will help create a relaxed atmosphere for everyone involved.

Preparing for a newborn photography session can be daunting but don’t worry, we’re here to take care of it all for you and the effort is well worth the beautiful memories that will be captured. All you have to do is relax and enjoy the beautiful experience.

We would love to be your newborn photographer, and with over 12 years experience in the industry, we’re more than capable to create timeless photos of your little one to cherish forever!

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3 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Newborn Photographer

A newborn photographer allows for convenience for you, comfort for baby, and effortless documentation of the fleeting moments that are the beginning of baby’s life.

Welcoming a child into the world is a big occasion and one that deserves to be commemorated in the finest way possible. One of the best ways to do this is by having a newborn photoshoot with your baby. Whether it be just baby, or mommy and baby, or family and baby, it is never a bad idea to capture these moments of life. When it comes to documenting your child’s life, who you choose as your photographer matters. You may wonder what difference hiring a photographer who specializes in newborn work will make as opposed to a DIY shoot with your smartphone or camera at home. There are many reasons why a newborn photographer would be an amazing choice! Today we will highlight three of them.

Convenience

Booking a Newborn photographer allows for convenience and ease for you as the parent. You only need to worry about booking your session, we will do the rest. You do not need to be concerned about baby during your session as your experienced photographer will take care of everything that you need. From wardrobe to props to even looking after baby during the session. A newborn photographer is a professional and you can trust that your needs will be met. You should be able to relax with the comfort of knowing that the precious memories of your baby are being documented for you! Hiring a newborn photographer allows you to just be Mom and be present. It is an investment that will not only bring you portraits of a moment that goes by too quickly, but it will bring you an experience.

2. Capturing the Fleeting Moment

It is easy to get caught up in being Mom right after having your baby. Before you know it, baby has grown before your eyes and we all know we wish we could go back and savor those moments. Newborn photography allows these moments to be caught for you. Frozen in time. A newborn session takes place within the first two weeks after baby is born and those two weeks are gone in a flash. That time is priceless and fleeting. Capturing baby during the period that they are a newborn allows you to cherish those moments for a lifetime and beyond.

3. We Provide the Props and Wardrobe

When we say worry-free, we mean it. Not only will you receive high quality portraits of baby when working with a professional newborn photographer, but you will also have access to props and outfits specifically for newborns. At PGP we pride ourselves on creating custom photoshoots for families and you will have options in order to generate a photo session catered to your vision. You can choose from headbands, baskets, flokati rugs, and so many more props to produce a dreamy setup. We have our collection of props and outfits for your viewing here. No need to purchase props and outfits that you may only use once or twice for photos.

Hiring a newborn photographer is an incredible choice to make. With everything that comes along with life, you want to memorialize special moments in your family. It doesn’t have to be stressful and it doesn’t have to take up all of your time. A newborn photographer will allow for you and your baby to have the most comfortable experience. These moments don’t last forever, so it is always a good idea to preserve them!