You’ve waited nine long months to meet your baby. You deserve newborn photos that capture all that love — not a pile of regrets.
But let’s be real: between the sleepless nights, endless Amazon orders, and figuring out the whole keeping-a-human-alive thing, it’s easy to miss a few important steps when it comes to booking newborn photos. Here are the top 5 mistakes I see new parents make — and how you can easily sidestep them:
1. Waiting Until Baby Arrives to Book
I get it. It feels strange to plan something before you’ve even met your little one. But here’s the thing: those sleepy, curly newborn photos? They’re best taken within the first two weeks. After that, babies get a little more...opinionated about being posed. Newborns hit a growth spurt at 14 days old and, trust me, you're going to want that brand new memory.
Book your session while you're still pregnant. We’ll pencil you in based on your due date, and then adjust once baby makes their grand entrance.
2. Choosing the Cheapest Photographer
I know—babies are expensive. But when it comes to newborn photography, experience matters more than you think. You’re trusting someone to safely pose and care for your brand new human. It’s not the time to hunt for a bargain!
Look for a photographer who specializes in newborns, is licensed, insured, and trained in safe posing. (Hi, hello, I check all those boxes!)
3. Thinking "I’ll Just Take Some Myself"
Listen, I love a good DIY moment too. But there’s a big difference between snapping a few iPhone pics and creating artwork that makes you stop and stare every time you walk by it. Even if you're the queen of phone pics, treat yourself to a professional session that captures this season beautifully — and safely.
4. Settling for Digital Files Only
Here’s the honest truth: those photos you swear you’ll print? They often get buried in the camera roll somewhere between grocery lists and memes. And that’s not where your baby's first portraits belong. That's why we specialize in gorgeous printed artwork — albums, framed prints, wall galleries — so you can actually see and enjoy your memories every single day.
5. Stressing Over “Perfect”
Babies cry. Babies spit up. Babies sometimes take snack breaks every ten minutes. It’s all part of the magic. Don’t worry about chasing Pinterest perfection. Trust your photographer (that's me!) to capture the beauty in the real, raw moments. Honestly, those often end up being your favorite images anyway.
Bottom line? Newborn photos aren’t just about capturing what your baby looked like. They’re about remembering how this season felt. Book early, choose wisely, let go of perfection, and you’ll be holding onto your favorite memories — not a handful of “I wish we had” moments.
Ready to chat about your newborn session? Contact Me Here!
