Preparing ahead helps your newborn session flow more peacefully, here are my top tips,
Try and keep your baby awake – keeping them awake for an hour or so before your session can help to ensure they sleep better at the shoot. It’s not essential and it’s virtually impossible in the car but if you can build it into your routine that day, then great.
- Nappy Changes – unless your baby really is uncomfortable or you’re not aiming to get any naked shots, then it’s helpful if you don’t use nappy cream on the change before you come to the studio. Most of them make a sticky white mark that is hard to digitally remove. Oh, not like you wouldn’t but just make sure you bring along plenty of spare nappies in your bag.
Feed & settle. A well-fed, sleepy baby tends to be more comfortable — try feeding just before we start.
Give yourself extra time. On the day, leave room for delays. A calm start helps everyone relax.
Keep baby warm but not layered. If possible, dress baby in a single layer in terms of clothing keep them snuggly with a blanket – it just makes it a bit easier for me when it comes time to get them undressed if I don’t have to wriggle them out of too many layers.
Trust me. I’ve done this a lot of times over nearly two decades so I’ll guide you every step, handle the props, and help soothe when needed.
A little preparation goes a long way – and my goal is for you to relax and enjoy the experience while I capture those early days you’ll treasure forever.
There’s a whole article here that you might find helpful – Preparing for your Newborn Photo Shoot