Newborn Session Quick Tips
* If you are planning on circumcising, it is very important to schedule that appointment either after your session with me, or at least 5 days before. Because I do a lot of wrapping, unwrapping, moving and posing, a fresh circumcision can easily become irritated, (even with the soft blankets) and will be highly uncomfortable which can lead to a very unhappy baby who is unable to be photographed. If baby arrives with a fresh circumcision, I will reschedule your session.
* Please do not schedule baby's doctor appointments on the same morning as your session.
* If you are breast-feeding, try to avoid spicy foods/caffeine for the 24 hours before your session.
* Try to keep baby awake and alert for the hour or 2 before your session. (We want them nice and sleepy when you get here!) For babies over 14 days, I recommend keeping them awake at LEAST 2 hours before your session if possible. At this age they are much more alert and awake for longer periods of time. If you are within a half hour drive of my home, I will have you feed baby right before leaving. That will ensure they are sleepy as soon as you get here, and we can get started right away. If you are coming from Portland or have an hour drive, I will have you plan on feeding baby as soon as you arrive.
* Plan on frequent feedings during your session. (especially if you are breast feeding) I do have an outlet if you need to pump while you are here.
* I will have it warm in the studio, so just be prepared for that. This is because at that age, newborns are unable to regulate their own body temperature, and so we keep it nice and warm to keep them comfortable during their session.
* Bring lots of extra wipes and diapers! We may go through quite a few during your session.
* Pacifiers are a great tool to bring to your session even if you aren't planning on using one long term. It really helps to calm baby down once they are in position, allowing me to get them settled and get those sweet images quicker and you back home faster.
* Parent Photos: You will have the option for lifestyle type images, or more studio backdrop type images. See examples on previous pages.
* Sibling images will be done by having them lay on a cream flokati or on my lifestyle bed setup. It is best to practice this pose before your session if possible by having them lay down on your bed at home, and tuck baby in next to them.
* ASK ME! Any other questions or concerns please feel free to ask me! I want parents to feel well informed and excited for their time with me!