{"id":848,"date":"2020-01-20T19:50:25","date_gmt":"2020-01-20T19:50:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/?p=848"},"modified":"2020-10-20T17:40:30","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T17:40:30","slug":"the-essential-guide-to-newborn-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/the-essential-guide-to-newborn-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"The Essential Guide to Newborn Photography"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every parent wants photos of their child right from the first moments of his or her life. Newborn photos continue to be cherished for the rest of your life. Taking the time to get the best pics possible when your child is just a few days or weeks old is something you won\u2019t regret.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What do you need to know about newborn photography and how can you make sure you get the best photos during your newborn photography session?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First and foremost, hire a professional photographer. You can take all the cell phone shots you want of your baby \u2013 every hour of his or her new life if you\u2019d like \u2013 but it\u2019s also important to schedule a photography session with a professional. This gives you a few hours dedicated solely to getting creative shots you\u2019ll love forever.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to Find a Newborn Photographer?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by finding a professional photographer who specializes in newborn photography. Though any photographer can take pictures of a newborn baby, those who specialize in the practice are your best option. Not only will they know how to get the best shots, but they\u2019ll also be pros at handling your baby and making sure the environment is safe and comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is there are plenty of places to find a professional newborn photographer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by asking other parents. Most parents have personal resources they can turn to for all things baby-related because their friends and family members also have kids. If you\u2019re in a moms\u2019 group or playgroup or if you have older children in school, ask a few of the other parents if they have anyone they would recommend for newborn photos. Once you have a name look for them on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photobooker.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to review their full portfolio and easily book an appointment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind, you should schedule your newborn photo session within the first two weeks or so of your child\u2019s life so it\u2019s a good idea to begin your search for a newborn photographer before your child is born. Newborn photographers tend to book up quickly because their window of time to work with babies is so short. The sooner you can get something scheduled, the better your odds of getting the pics you want when you want them, even if you aren\u2019t 100% sure of your baby\u2019s birth date yet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scheduling your photographer in advance also gives you a chance to think about what photos you want from the shoot and to communicate with the photographer about creative ideas. There might be props, clothing, or other things you or the photographer needs for the shoot so scheduling early will give you plenty of time to get organized.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/photographer\/3eaf1be5-3d55-49a1-bd4e-8bfdafcecc6c?shoottype=newb&amp;duration=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter wp-image-864 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1.jpg\" alt=\"photobooker profile page, a photographer booking website\" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Should You Look for in a Newborn Photographer?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shopping around for a newborn photographer, the most important thing to look for is someone who is experienced working with newborn babies. It\u2019s important to find an experienced photographer with a good reputation and a portfolio of photos you like, much like when you\u2019re searching for any type of photographer. When it\u2019s your newborn baby being photographed, though, it\u2019s important to find someone familiar with handling newborns and who understands how to capture the cutest pictures.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Newborn Photographer<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several questions you can ask a newborn photographer to help you determine if he or she is a good fit for your family. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you licensed? What are your qualifications?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newborn photographers should be safety trained and able to verify this training and any experience they have working with newborn babies. There are safety issues to consider when having your newborn photographed. You should feel as if the photographer is taking these issues seriously and knows as much as or more than you do about handling and photographing a newborn baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How do you create the adorable, complex poses I\u2019ve seen and can we do that with my baby?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced newborn photographers can pose your baby in ways that might seem impossible when you\u2019re taking pictures at home but that are safe and comfortable for your baby when done correctly. Not to mention, they result in some really cute photos. Experienced newborn photographers are thrilled to discuss their techniques with you and explain exactly how it\u2019s done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are plenty of great ideas out there for baby pics but they should never be forced into positions that pose a risk or make them uncomfortable. Babies cannot support the weight of their own heads or bodies which means they need to be supported during certain poses. This may require retouching or photoshopping later. Babies should be absolutely safe, comfortable, and relaxed during the photo session and the photographer should be able to describe how this will happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Will an assistant or spotter be available for the shoot? Do you need me to assist?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all photographers have assistants but the best newborn photographers usually work with another person who helps with posing during the session. There\u2019s always a need for a second pair of hands when shooting newborns so if your photographer works alone, expect to be actively involved in the shoot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re planning to snap pics of your own during the session and there is no assistant, consider bringing along another person to record the session from your end while you help with your baby. You should also bring along an extra set of hands if you have other children coming to the shoot, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not comfortable assisting during the session, make sure you choose a photographer with his or her own assistant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What age babies do you work with?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obviously, you want someone familiar with newborns that are just a few hours or days old. But what if your baby was born prematurely? What if your baby has special needs early in life? It\u2019s important to know the photographer you choose can deal with circumstances specific to your child.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most photographers also have an age range that they prefer to work with. Some won\u2019t work with babies until they are a couple of weeks old. Others are willing to work with babies who are just a few days old while some might even be willing to take photos in the hospital. When the photos are taken will have a huge impact on the end result. Babies who are a few weeks old are more alert while those less than two weeks old are easier to pose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to interview a few photographers and speak with them at length about their experience, style, and preferences. This helps you get a feel for who is going to be the best for you and your baby to work with.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What Should You Do to Prepare for a Newborn Photo Shoot?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing you can do to prepare for a newborn photoshoot is more about how you\u2019re feeling than what you\u2019re doing. As a parent, it\u2019s important to feel calm and relaxed. It\u2019s easy to feel stressed when someone new is handling your baby. You\u2019re hoping for the session to go well and you have limited control over the situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But the calmer you are, the better your baby will feel. Even if things don\u2019t work out exactly as planned, at least you\u2019re setting yourself up for success. Remember, you\u2019re not just photographing memories, you\u2019re making them. Have a good time and enjoy the experience, even the little mishaps that are bound to happen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any experienced newborn photographer has probably dealt with a lot of unpredictable moments already so they\u2019ll know what to do. There\u2019s no reason for you to be nervous. Trust the judgment you used when hiring your photographer and allow them to do their work. Let go and let the pro make photography magic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may want to bring a few things with you on the day of the shoot. It\u2019s best to keep it to just two or three outfits. Fewer might even be better. The less you disturb your newborn to change outfits, the less likely you are to have to work through a tiny tantrum. Some parents opt to do one casual or everyday outfit like a onesie, one fancier outfit like holiday clothing or an upcoming christening outfit, and a set of pics sans clothing or in only a diaper. You might also want to forgo clothes altogether and focus on wraps, swaddles, or blankets. You get great pics and your baby will likely be happier not being fidgeted with as much.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discuss props with your photographer. Many newborn photographers have everything they need while others rely on parents to bring along the props they want to use. The important thing is to know in advance what\u2019s expected of you. Communication is key for ensuring a newborn photography session goes well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the shoot, make sure all of the best moments are captured. A newborn baby\u2019s parent or parents should be in a few pictures as well as any older siblings. But the baby should take center stage. Your photographer will let you know to join the pictures when it\u2019s time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind, one of the goals of a newborn shoot is to capture the baby. There will be some family photos but the focus is on those tiny details of your baby\u2019s little newborn body as well as his or her expressions and emotions. Many people assume their newborns just lay there not doing much and that props and clothing are needed to make the pictures interesting but this isn\u2019t the case at all. There is a great deal of beauty and interest in a newborn, even if he or she sleeps during the majority of the photoshoot.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/photographer\/3eaf1be5-3d55-49a1-bd4e-8bfdafcecc6c?shoottype=newb&amp;duration=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy lazy-hidden aligncenter wp-image-864 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1.jpg\" alt=\"photobooker profile page, a photographer booking website\" width=\"640\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.photobooker.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/PB_newborn-1-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where Should You Do a Newborn Photography Shoot?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some photographers have a studio while others prefer to take newborn photos in your home. It might also be possible to rent studio space from a third-party, an option that\u2019s become a little more popular in recent years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, it\u2019s important to speak to your photographer about the arrangements. Know what to expect if you\u2019re holding the shoot in your home and don\u2019t stress out too much about how organized or clean your home is. Newborn photographers know they are working with brand new parents and there isn\u2019t always time for a top to bottom house cleaning around feedings, changings, and the usual activities that accompany taking care of a new baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several things to consider when it comes to the location of a newborn photoshoot. It should be comfortable, warm, and welcoming. There should be places to sit, to change your baby, and to watch the photoshoot unfold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, think about the logistics of the location. For instance, how far is it from your home? Make sure you leave plenty of time to reach the destination and to account for last-minute hold-ups since you are traveling with a baby. Ask if there is parking on-site. You should be as close as possible to the entrance since you\u2019ll be carrying a baby, clothing, and possibly photo props.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about the timing of the photo session and whether or not you need to bring along formula or take a break to breastfeed. If older children are accompanying you to the photo session, don\u2019t forget to bring snacks. If you are holding the session in your home, consider putting out snacks to share with everyone during the session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The more comfortable everyone is and the easier it is to stay in an upbeat mood, the better the session will be.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are There Any Safety Concerns?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you might have guessed, there are some special safety concerns when photographing newborns. They are delicate and you need to be sure that the photographer and anyone else working with your baby knows how to handle a newborn. Most have participated in training programs for newborn safe handling. It\u2019s perfectly acceptable to ask if this is the case when interviewing photographers. The American Association of Newborn Photography Safety is one of the most popular training resources and the organization offers training on baby handling, posing, prop safety, keeping photography studio clean, and immunizations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Babies are positioned and posed throughout newborn photo shoots which is generally safe but requires an expert touch. Experienced newborn photographers know how to pose your baby to not only get the best photos but to also keep your baby safe and comfortable throughout the process. The last thing you want is to expose your newborn to anything that puts him or her at risk. Your photographer should take this concern seriously and make safety a top priority during the shoot.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How Much Does Newborn Photography Cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though it shouldn\u2019t be your first priority when choosing a newborn photographer, it\u2019s important to think about how much the session is going to cost. If you are concerned about your budget but you want high-quality newborn photos, there might be ways to reduce the cost and still get the memories you want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The average experienced newborn photographer will charge at least a few hundred dollars for the session, more if he or she works with an assistant or if you are having the session done at a studio. Photographers who are in higher demand charge more but you reduce the risk of the pictures not turning out as you want them to by working with an experienced, well-respected newborn photographer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some photographers who come to your home because they don\u2019t have a studio space are more affordable than other options but this isn\u2019t always the case. Some might charge more for doing the pictures on-site or at the location of your choice because they have to travel. The best thing to do is to shop around and explore your options. You\u2019ll get an idea for the average cost of newborn photographer in your area and you can base your choice on the information you gather.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are on a very tight budget, you can get creative and still have a newborn photography session that gets you the pictures you want; however, it\u2019s important to realize that if you cut costs too much, you might not like the results. Furthermore, the photographer is working with your most precious possession so you don\u2019t want to take too many risks to save money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Final Thoughts on Newborn Photo Shoots<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newborn photography is a great way to capture the very first moments of your baby\u2019s life. If you follow the tips in this article you will increase the chances of having a memorable photo shoot and come away with some amazing photos. It\u2019s one of the best ways to start making family memories right from the start.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every parent wants photos of their child right from the first moments of his or her life. Newborn photos continue to be cherished for the rest of your life. Taking the time to get the best pics possible when your child is just a few days or weeks old is something you won\u2019t regret. 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