This little one brought their long-legged giraffe along to their newborn session, and it turned out to be the perfect pillow.

a newborn sleeps with their head on the legs of their first toy as a pillow

I love it when parents bring a special soft toy or comforter. It adds something meaningful to the session and makes for images that feel personal rather than generic.

If you love this shot and want to recreate it, the key is leg length – the toy needs long enough legs to sit upright behind baby. If your little one’s first toy doesn’t quite make the height requirement, don’t worry, we can still include them in other ways. As a short-legged person myself, I’m all for equality.

Newborn Photography in East Grinstead

Newborn photo shoots are best when your baby is between 5 and 10 days old. This is when they’re at their sleepiest and curliest, perfect for capturing those beautifully calm and natural images. I recommend booking while you’re still pregnant so we can set a provisional date and adjust once your baby arrives.

Your session takes place in my warm, cosy studio in Crawley Down, designed with your baby’s comfort in mind. Sessions are relaxed and unrushed, and include three digital images of your choice for £95. There’s no sales session, just a private online gallery where you can view and choose your favourites in your own time.