A newborn photoshoot is one of many lovely ways to welcome your new addition to the world. Capturing them in those first few weeks, while still so small and sleepy, provides gorgeous memories that last a lifetime. 

You’ve probably done a bit of research if you have been considering a newborn photoshoot, because of course, you want the very best for your baby. 

Is all the information you’ve read coming out of your ears? All jumbled up and slightly confusing? 

Are you a bit overwhelmed trying to take it all in? 

Never fear! I am here to take you on a walk through one of my sessions, so you know exactly what to expect. 

A Newborn Photoshoot with Slice of Life Photography: Prep!

As possibly one of your first outings with your brand new baby, the thought of your session can be a bit daunting, that’s why I put so much care into creating a calm, relaxful and smooth experience for you.

From the studio space, to the booking process, everything is designed around you and your baby.

And just in case you landed here from Google, my studio is based in Spalding (Lincolnshire) within easy reach of Peterborough, Sleaford, Kings Lynn, Wisbech & Boston.

Back to our baby!

Prior to your session, I will have provided you with a preparation guide, with all the tips you need to ensure a smooth session. We will have discussed colours, likes and dislikes, and how you want to display your photographs – all ready to create the newborn images of your dreams.

You’ll know that my studio is warm and cosy with everything you need for a small baby’s comfort. (And yours, of course!)

The session – let’s start! 

My priority throughout is your baby’s comfort and safety. A happy, relaxed baby means me being able to capture on camera all those newborn details that you never want to forget. 

You can get settled with a hot drink, while I work my magic. I will read your baby’s body language to help me determine throughout the session which poses and positions to place them in. Some babies fall into a deep sleep straight away, some take a bit longer. Some may require a top up feed and swaddling, others are happy naked – there is no right or wrong. 

The newborn photoshoot is completely baby led and by keeping it this way, I can be sure they are always comfortable, as I gently encourage them into various poses, and use my beautiful wraps, props and outfits to achieve your stunning gallery of images. 

Family images – Join in! 

While the star of the show is most definitely your baby, I do like to include you parents, it’s so important to show that family bond, and your baby will love to look back on family images for years to come. 

I understand you may not be feeling your best, so I have some clever tricks to help relax you and posing and editing techniques that will mean you will always view your family images thinking, “I am SO pleased we had these done!” 

We can also include siblings where applicable, so the whole family gets involved. 

And after your session…

Your newborn photoshoot is finished but of course, that’s not the end. Once you go home to enjoy your new baby, my job carries on. 

I will beautifully edit your gallery of images and you’ll be invited to a no-stress ordering appointment within a few weeks, so you can see your images and decide what to buy. There will be no pressure, and I only want you to buy the images you love! 

NEWBORN PHOTOSHOOTS AT SLICE OF LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY, SPALDING

I specialise in baby, newborn and family photography and would love to hear from you!

Whether you are ready to book or have more questions about these newborn sessions… get in touch!