When your baby arrives after fertility treatment, those first few days have a particular weight to them. For parents who’ve been through IVF, just being in the studio, holding your baby, can feel a little surreal.

a newborn sleeping next to five scan photos from the ivf process

Newborn photography matters for every family, but when you’ve hoped and waited and willed your way to this point, the significance of it runs deeper. These sessions are never just about the images. They’re about marking everything it took to get here.

However you’re feeling when you arrive, whether that’s overwhelmed, emotional, or still not quite able to believe it, your session will be calm and gentle and led entirely by your baby. No pressure. Just time and space to take it all in.

Everything You Need to Know About Newborn Photography

Welcoming a newborn is one of life’s most incredible moments, and capturing those early days with professional photography ensures you have beautiful memories to cherish forever. Whether you’re wondering when to book, how to prepare, or what to expect at your session, I’ve created a collection of helpful guides and resources to answer all your questions.

From safety in newborn photography to including siblings or pets, explore these expert articles to help you plan the perfect newborn photo shoot. Click below to find out more!  If you don’t find the answers to your question here, of course I’m always happy to help so just get in touch

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.