Welcoming a new life into the world is one of the most magical experiences, and capturing these moments through photography can create timeless memories.
If you’re a mum-to-be and new to the world of maternity and newborn photography, you’re in the right place.
This guide will help you decide when to book your maternity & newborn sessions.
When to Book Your Maternity Photography Session
The ideal time to schedule your maternity photoshoot is for when you are around 30 weeks pregnant.
During this period, your baby bump will be nicely rounded, and you’ll still have enough energy to enjoy the session and move around comfortably. Plus, this timing also gives us a bit of flexibility in case baby decides to arrive early or we have to reschedule because of the weather (if it’s an outdoor session).
When to Book Your Newborn Photography Session
Newborn photography is best done within the first two weeks after birth, ideally between 8 – 14 days old.
During this period, babies are usually still quite sleepy (although be warned, your baby might have other ideas about this) and we can get those adorable little sleepy shots. Getting your session booked in for this timeframe also means we can capture the fleeting newborn details, like tiny fingers and toes, that change so quickly.
I only take a small number of newborns each month, so I have flexibility to move your session around depending on when baby arrives. I usually book you in for a spot around 10 days after your due date. I get you to text me when baby arrives and we confirm the date and time at that stage. I usually do newborn sessions in my studio at 10am and I provide you with a full Session Prep Guide so you know what to expect on the day.
I suggest that around 12 – 20 weeks pregnant is a good time to start looking at photographer’s websites to see what kind of style you like and get your sessions booked in.
Would you like a copy of my Pricing & Packages Info?
Fill in the enquiry form on my Contact Page and I can send you information on pricing and packages. I also have special Maternity & Newborn Collection discounts if you would like to book in both sessions.
