Preparing for your Newborn Session.

Planning for your Newborn session? Here is what to bring/expect!

1. Extra diapers. More than you even think are necessary. And wipes!

2. If bottle feeding - bring plenty formula or expressed milk. Bring extra!! During a newborn session, the baby is being handled more frequently than they may be at home and just like any person may want a little more food than usual either for comfort or just because they are more awake or a little more hungry due to the stimulation from being posed. 🥰

3. Pacifier. Even if you aren’t planning to regularly use one at home, they are helpful for transitioning poses during the session!

4. Baby hair brush. If your baby has lots of hair and you prefer their hair brushed, pack one to bring.

5. Snacks and water for yourself! Newborn sessions can last 2 1/2- 3hrs so snacks can save the day.

6. A special family heirloom or item that you would like incorporated into the session. Baby blankets, a special baby toy, a religious item or other heirloom can really make a special image.

7. Patience and open expectations. Newborns can be unpredictable and as a baby led studio we ensure that the baby is comfortable and that their needs are being met first at all times, so that means if they need to eat, we stop to eat. If they need to be changed, we stop and change diapers. If baby seems like they just need their mama for a little snuggle time, we take that time. We also don’t push poses that the baby isn’t immediately comfortable in. Every baby is different and their tolerance, flexibility and comfort level is going to vary.

And most importantly, we can’t wait to meet you and your baby! Newborn Portrait sessions are my most favorite session. I can’t wait to share your sweet baby for a few hours while we create beautiful portraits. It truly is such an enjoyable experience for the parents and myself to enjoy the time spent posing and photographing your baby. It’s so much fun and I can’t wait for you to experience a session for yourself!

Love On Paper Photography

143 Main Street Suite 306

Springfield, MA 01105