Sweet dreams are made of these – sleepy newborn smiles!  Of course you can’t get a newborn to smile on command so it’s really just a matter of luck if I manage to capture one of those dreamy expressions but I’m well versed in what to look out for so I can make sure I have my camera in hand.

A black and white image of a sleeping newborn on their back with one hand behind their head looking very relaxed

This little fellow was taking a little while to settle so I had him in a wrap to try and calm him down which worked a treat – once a little one is nice and settled, it’s normally a case of gently unwrapping them to move on with the session but a good swaddle is often the magic ingredient to getting them there and it looks super cute in the photos too.

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.