What to expect from a newborn session at home // newborn photographers in Clintonville
It was all snuggles, ease, and comfort at this mommy-and-me newborn session.
Ahh, new parenthood. The days when feel like you’re moving underwater, relying on muscle memory because sleep deprivation makes it impossible to hold on to a thought. You sleep when the baby sleeps, feed, change, rock, repeat. You stare in wonder at what feels like the truest love of your life, wander your home barefoot throughout the night, listen to lullabies, the whoosh of the sound machine, drink endless mugs of coffee, entertain visitors passing through, eat your meals standing up and with fingers only - one arm on the baby at all times. It feels like it will never end but oh, it does. And quickly - the memories of that special sleepy, magical time slip away like a dream.
As a newborn photographer in Clintonville, Ohio, and mom of two, I’ve experienced many times over just how quickly this precious phase passes. My goal is to bottle it up for you, to help you remember what it really felt like. That’s why newborn sessions with me take place in your home, where you already have everything you need and are most comfortable. I capture your growing family with a blend of documentary style images as well as gently posed/guided images that create beautiful portraits.
Prior to your session we’ll have a thorough consultation call during which we can discuss what’s most important to you to capture during this time.
Newborn sessions with me are very hands on unless you specifically request no touching. I am there to help safely guide your baby into positions that are NATURAL (no baby yoga poses) - all of my “posing” takes place right in your arms. I have completed an online newborn safety course and as a mom of two, I’ve had plenty of experience with tiny babies.
Newborn sessions are typically 1.5-2 hours long which allows time for your baby to eat, get changed as necessary, and fall asleep for some of the session (it’s much easier to pose them while they are sleeping). If there are older kids involved, this gives them plenty of time to take breaks, get snacks, and have some time to show the photographer all of their favorite toys. I treat older siblings like super-stars, because I know the transition can be hard on them and they could use a little bit of extra attention, which I’m happy to provide! You’ll get used to having an extra adult around and never want me to leave ;)
Want to learn what a newborn session with older siblings is like? Check out this post.
