Newborn Sessions in general are special because they are likely to be your first family photo.. of hopefully many! Not every photographer offers the same session experience. There are studio newborn photographers and there are at-home newborn photographers, maybe there's even some that do both. Me? I'm your go-to at-home newborn photographer here in Bergen County, New Jersey!
What can you expect at your newborn session?
Basically, I come to your home to photograph your sweet, new family using the natural light in your home. I guide you into specific snuggly prompts which is super easy for new parents because you genuinely want to gush over your new baby! I also follow your lead.. meaning I take notice of the natural connection you share as a family and photograph those moments. Sometimes, my clients forget that I'm there.. I love to let them be themselves in the comfort of their home with their most favorite people. My goal as your at-home newborn photographer is to focus on the love and connection of your new family. These moments where they are so teeny tiny fly by way too fast.. you don't want to forget them and I will make sure you have those memories forever.
What should you wear at your at-home newborn session?
I like to tell my clients to wear something they are comfortable and confident in! Choose something you would wear on a day you are having company over. That could be ripped jeans and a nice blouse for moms.. maybe even a flowy dress and for the dads that's usually a t-shirt and jeans. It's up to you! What makes you feel like YOU! You just gave birth, you're tired.. getting yourself together is harder these days but I know my clients appreciate the "me time" this offers to their new daily life.
Having your session at home elevates a lot of potential stress!
Simply.. you don't have to leave the house! There are many outings you have to do with your newborn but this doesn't have to be one of them. Getting your photos professionally taken at the place you feel most at ease makes the experience more relaxing for you. If your baby needs to eat more, have their diaper changed or even change outfits because there may have been an explosion (yes, there has been a session when the explosion was so bad mom had to cut the onesie off!) you have all that you need right at home. You don't have to worry about bringing all that stuff for the "just in case" moments.
What do I personally love about at-home newborn sessions?
Your home is where you are bringing this baby for the first time ever. You may move some point down the road and having these portraits where you started creating these special memories will live on forever. Also, being in the company of genuine love is so special and I am thankful everyday that I get to preserve these memories for so many families. As a creative point of view.. I LOVE going to different homes each week finding the right light, the right angles and using the uniqueness of the layout of your home. It's exciting to deliver galleries that don't look the same simply because your homes offer different elements. Your newborn session is uniquely yours!
What should you do with your photos?
If you had a chance to familiarize yourself about the investment when working with me (click here to read a bit about it), you know that the Digital File Collections include all of the final high resolution edited images from your session PLUS professionally printed heirloom artwork. So that could mean you choose the collections with framed wall art or my favorite collection (The Signature) that includes a beautiful custom photo album. The reason why I vote for The Signature Collection is because these sessions with me include so many sweet moments of your family, all different types of angles, close up details of their features that you love so much.. having all of that in a photo album to pass down to generations is such a beautiful sentiment.
When should you book your session with me?
I suggest at the end of your first trimester is the best time to contact me! We'll choose a tentative date based off your due date and when your little one arrives, we'll adjust if needed.
Can older siblings be in photos, too?
OF COURSE! When there are big brothers and sisters involved I would never turn them away! Your session will start with all portraits that include them, that way they are done quicker and can play with their toys, have a snack or whatever they need. This is much easier when you're at home :)
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