PREPARING FOR YOUR NEWBORN SESSION
Your Newborn Session
A simple guide to timeless details
T I M I N G ( W H E N T O S C H E D U L E )
Ideal window: 7–21 days old (sleepiest + cuddliest)
If baby is older — totally fine. We’ll keep it lifestyle + relaxed.
Morning sessions photograph best — soft light + calmer baby)
W H A T T O H A V E R E A D Y A T H O M E
Turn heat up slightly — cozy baby = sleepy baby)
Clear one bright area near a window (bedroom or living room)
Have 2 soft swaddles, 1 neutral onesie, wipes, and a pacifier (if you use one)
W H A T T O W E A R ( P A R E N T S + S I B L I N G S )
Keep it simple: cream, soft white, beige, light gray
Avoid logos + busy patterns
For moms: a soft dress, knit set, or button-down that feels like “you”
D U R I N G T H E S E S S I O N
Breaks for feeding/soothing are expected
No pressure for “perfect” — calm is the goal
I’ll gently guide you the entire time