Newborns are sleepiest within the first 7-10 days which is great for those slightly wrapped, sleepy images. However, the best part of lifestyle newborn portraits is we go with the flow- think of it like a newborn & family session wrapped into one. If your babe isn't sleepy that's okay, we can capture lots of great images when they are wide awake or being soothed in a parents arms.

As a photographer I will always gravitate towards natural window light. You can expect me to capture lots of images of you with your new bundle in a room with lots of natural light.

If you can feed baby just prior to our session that will help keep babe sleepy. If it doesn't work with your babies schedule, no worries, we absolutely stop for feeding & changing breaks when required during our time together.

Keeping the environment warm is a great way to get those sleepy slightly wrapped images. Turn the heat up a notch before our session helps with the posing process.

Set out any special accessories or items that are meaningful to your family and newborn lifestyle story.

Neutral clothes and blankets photograph well - think light colours for baby, no flashy prints, less is really more. We want the focus to be on baby and your relationship so natural, light and airy lends to that vibe.

We will visit the nursery and capture some images of your babe in their surroundings. If the nursery isn't picture ready, no worries, we will stick to wherever natural light lives in your home!