This family had visited the studio before, so it was good to see them again and meet the newest addition. We had plenty of time to photograph the baby on his own, and then brought the older two in for some sibling shots together.

an older brother and sister wear matching white tshirts and hold their newborn sibling

When there’s a big age gap and the siblings are quite small, I usually work with everyone lying down and looking up at the camera. It takes the safety question off the table entirely when it comes to supporting the newborn. But this big brother was completely unfazed, confident holding his little brother, and we were able to get all three of them sitting together. Two very proud older siblings and one very new baby who had absolutely no idea what was going on. I can see a lot of mischief ahead for this three.

Including Siblings in Your Newborn Session

Including an older sibling in your newborn session is a really nice way to mark the start of life as a bigger family. Whether your little one is keen to be involved or needs a bit of warming up, I’ll work with however they’re feeling on the day to get the best out of the session. There’s no pressure and no rush — we’ll find the right moment.

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.