Newborn family photoshoot: the first weeks, together
The first weeks are the ones families most want to keep, and the ones that pass fastest. These are the frames we make with the whole family around a newborn, newest first.
Most families in these photographs are wearing their own clothes. The studio wardrobe holds gowns and dresses for mothers only, so if you see a gown you love, send us a screenshot on WhatsApp and we will tell you whether it is ours.
Photographing a family with a newborn
Built around the baby. Newborns set the pace. We plan the family frames for when the baby is fed and settled, and we keep the setup simple so the time goes into the photographs, not into changes. Parents usually hold the baby in most frames, which is the point: these are pictures of the people who hold them.
Older brothers and sisters. A first meeting between siblings is one of the most asked-for photographs. Older children are guided gently; Anega asks for a kiss on the forehead or a hand on the wrap rather than a pose, and the honest moments in between are often the ones families choose.
Quiet palettes. Neutrals, whites and soft earth tones suit newborn family frames best, with the baby in a plain wrap. A darker backdrop with the family in black makes the newborn the brightest thing in the picture; a white or beige one keeps everything soft.
When to come. Families usually come in the first weeks. Book about a month ahead, earlier if grandparents are travelling for it, and tell us the feeding routine so we can suggest a slot.
Can the newborn be photographed on their own too?
The frames on this page are family frames. Newborn sessions on their own are a separate session with their own setups; ask us and we will tell you how to combine the two.
Who is included?
Both parents and one child are included in every package. More children, grandparents, other adults and pets can be added to any dress. Tell us who is coming and we plan the session around everyone.
What should we wear?
Pick one palette, not one colour: neutrals with one accent, or tones of the same family. Solid colours photograph better than prints, and logos are best left at home. During onboarding we look at what everyone has and suggest combinations.
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