Your Newborn Photography Experience

> How long does a newborn photography session take?

Newborn sessions typically last between 1½ and 3½ hours, depending on the package you choose and, most importantly, your baby.

I never rush a newborn session. We allow plenty of time for feeding, soothing, diaper changes, snuggles, and whatever else your baby needs. Some babies settle quickly while others need a little more time—and that's completely okay.

> What if my baby won't sleep during the session?

They always sleep eventually. 😉 And after more than 15 years of photographing newborns, I've learned how to make the most of those sleepy stretches when they happen.

I'm extremely patient and allow plenty of time for feeding and soothing. If baby is happily awake, we'll often take advantage of that time for a few awake photographs too.

Newborns this young aren't exactly known for looking directly at the camera. They may cross their eyes, make hilarious expressions, or decide it's time to practice a little newborn kung fu with their hands. That's all completely normal. We'll work with your baby rather than trying to rush or force the session.

> How do you keep newborns safe during posing?

Your baby's comfort and safety are always my first priority. With more than 15 years of newborn photography experience, I've learned how small adjustments—how far baby's head is turned, how their legs are tucked, or where their arms are positioned—can make a big difference in keeping a pose both beautiful and comfortable.

I never force a baby into a position that isn't comfortable for them. Certain poses also require additional safety measures. For example, the popular “froggy pose,” where baby appears to be resting their chin on their hands, is created as a composite image. Baby has supporting hands on them at all times, and the final photograph is created by carefully combining images afterward.

> Do I need to bring props, wraps, or outfits?

Not unless you want to! After 15 years of photographing newborns, I've accumulated a pretty extensive collection of props, wraps, accessories, and other goodies for your session.

For most families, a normally packed diaper bag is all you'll need. I do recommend bringing a pacifier and, if you pump or formula-feed, a little extra milk. Newborn sessions involve quite a bit of handling and stimulation, and babies sometimes work up an extra appetite.

You're always welcome to bring heirloom pieces or something meaningful you'd like incorporated into your photographs. Just keep in mind that some materials and items photograph better than others—knit versus crochet, for example. I'm happy to look at what you bring and help decide how we can incorporate it beautifully.

> Can parents and siblings be included in newborn photos?

Absolutely. Parent and sibling photographs are included with my Plus and Premium newborn sessions.

These are often some of the most meaningful images from the entire session. Your newborn will never be this tiny in your arms again, and I love preserving not only what your baby looked like, but how little they looked being held by the people who love them.

> Where is your newborn photography studio?

All Things Newborns is located at 518 W Broadway Street, Suite 1, in Princeton, Indiana. Broadway is the main road through town, and the studio is conveniently located near the railroad depot in the strip mall, right next to The Frosty Tiger.

The studio is easily accessible for families throughout Princeton, Gibson County, Evansville, Vincennes, and the surrounding Southwest Indiana and Southern Illinois areas.

> Do you photograph families from Evansville?

Absolutely! Although my newborn photography studio is located in Princeton, Indiana, many of the families I photograph travel from Evansville and surrounding communities.

Because I specialize specifically in newborn photography, it's common for my clients to drive about an hour for their session, and I've had families travel as far as three hours.

For many parents, choosing a photographer with extensive newborn-specific experience is worth a little extra drive—and once you arrive, everything needed for baby's session is waiting here at the studio.