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28 September 2022 · Leave a Comment

When should I book my newborn shoot? Answering some of your questions…

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I did a question and answer box on my instagram stories last week and thought I would share the answers here too.

When should I book in with you?

You can book any time during your pregnancy. Send me your due date and then once your baby has arrived you can send me a message and we can choose a date and time for your session. For those super sleepy pics newborn sessions are ideally in the first 10-14 days. But we can shoot after this… they will just be much more alert and awake. 😊

I’m worried my house isn’t big enough?

Please don’t worry! All you need is a window of beautiful light and your little one just as they are. We will take a look around your home and choose the best spots. Whether that’s the kitchen, bedroom or babies room… don’t worry we’ll find a place. You can always WhatsApp me photos before hand if you want to chat it through. 

I want pics of my baby but I’m worried I won’t have lost the baby weight… can you just take pics of baby?

Please be kind to yourself. I totally understand how you are feeling, so much changes and we just don’t feel ourselves after birth… but… most of my images of newborns with parents are tightly cropped, my aim is to create intimate images of your connection, so I’m always in close with the camera shots.

But something to remember is that your newborn will disappear and grow… they won’t wait for you to be ‘ready’. These are images that your family will look back on with nothing but love.

I’ve got a toddler… will you do sibling shots? 

Absolutely! I’ll always include siblings in your session… it’s important to make sure they feel included. And the benefit of being at home is they are relaxed and once they are bored they can go and play while we take more pics of your newborn. 

I hope those answers help. I’m always happy to answer your questions and have a chat through what you would like for your shoot, so please feel free to email or message me.

 

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I just got lost in a rabbit hole of baby pictures I just got lost in a rabbit hole of baby pictures and videos of when my daughter was one. 

She’s 13 now… but I can see all versions of her in her face. It’s quite crazy but these photos do transport you right back. 🥹

I’ve had so many gorgeous little newborns in the studio this summer. Sharing this detail shot because who doesn’t love a squishy baby face. 

Get in touch if you have a September or October due date. A small deposit holds your date in my diary. 🫶
Is this the 5th heatwave?! If you’ve been pregna Is this the 5th heatwave?! 

If you’ve been pregnant this summer you’ve certainly had it tough… but I’m hoping you still managed to enjoy some of the moments of baby being tucked up inside. Isn’t it just the most surreal magical experience… 
I used to love when mine had hiccups 🥹

If you’re after a relaxed easy maternity photoshoot experience, pop me a message. Xx
Your new little buddy. 🥰 Capturing newborn memori Your new little buddy. 🥰

Capturing newborn memories for you is one of my absolute favourite things to do. 

If you’re due in September, October or onwards, now is the time to book if you’d like a newborn photoshoot in my studio in Southbourne. A small deposit holds your due date in my diary and then we arrange your session date when baby arrives. Pop me a message for more info. 🫶
I always say you should expect your newborn photos I always say you should expect your newborn photoshoot to take around 2 hours… it might be a little more or a little less… but basically… it’s super relaxed and led by your little one. 

If they want lots of feeds… or they need nappy changes or cuddles we stop and take the time they need. 
Even with little sleep fighters with time and patience and my experience we often get the gorgeous sleepy pictures… but you’ll often find the awake shots are some of your faves too. 🥹

If you’re pregnant and want to know more about my newborn sessions in my studio in Southbourne pop me a message… and if your little one is already here…it’s not too late. Drop me a message and i’ll always do my best to fit you in. 🤍
Got to love a yawn shot… swipe to the last shot to Got to love a yawn shot… swipe to the last shot to see. 🥱

Precious newborn memories. 🤍

I have just a few remaining spaces left for August newborns. And then I’m booking in due dates for the rest of this year! Time just keeps flying by!

Pop me a message if you’d like me to send you detajls of my maternity, newborn or milestone sessions in my studio here in Southbourne. I’d love to meet you. 🫶
Some beautiful moments soaking up the last few wee Some beautiful moments soaking up the last few weeks before they meet their baby. 

I love a maternity shoot. It’s such a gorgeous morning, chatting and getting to know you ahead of your little one arriving. 

If a relaxed studio maternity photoshoot is your vibe, send me a message for more details. 🤍
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