Congratulations and thank you for choosing images photography to photograph the most fleeting stage of your child’s life … the first few weeks. Below, I have enclosed the information pertaining to a newborn session in your home. It is my hope that you will find this information helpful as you prepare for our session together. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.

Food Considerations
Please feed your baby before I arrive so that he or she has a full tummy. Also, if you’d like shots of your baby undressed, please undress him/her and loosen diaper, then wrap your baby in a blanket, and feed him/her. Otherwise, your baby may get upset at being undressed when they were so cozy. I do like to photograph a newborn mostly in little to no clothes, but feel free to choose an outfit that you may want him or her in. Please note that many clothing changes may make your little one upset, so it is best to do birthday suit shots and possibly one outfit..

Parent Clothing
I often use the parents as backdrops for baby, so please wear a black top and black pants (if possible). Also, an extra set of clothes for the parents is a good idea, just in case. Mom and dad are welcome to join for pictures with baby at no extra charge.

Session Length
Please know that there is no rush with a newborn session. I like to give special attention to each client, especially newborn sessions. Please know that I do not mind waiting for you to nurse or change baby, or taking a break to soothe your baby.

Cleanliness
When doing the poses where the baby is undressed, it is normal (and okay!) for him or her to “relieve” him or herself on my backdrop … or anywhere else. I can assure you this happens all the time and I am not upset or offended. Please have on hand baby wipes, extra diapers and a towel. After each newborn session I am sure to launder all of my backdrops and other items the baby comes in contact with. This is included in the session fee for a newborn session.

Environment
Playing soft music can help bring a peaceful environment; therefore, I will bring a music collection to play during your session. You are more than welcome to provide a CD of your own.

Other Considerations
Please allow only those who are to be photographed around your baby. Also, cameras and other recording devices are not permitted. Please provide something for the older children to do in another part of the home while they are not being photographed. Crayons, mini board games, and books are good choices.