Newborn
The Newborn days.
Time is irrelevant. Days blur together.
Life is suddenly different and wonderful all at the same time.
You want to be present. To soak it all in.
The newborn scrunch, how they melt into you, and their tiny toes and fingers.
These days are short but so deeply meaningful. Your baby is changing right in front of you, even when the days themselves seem to stand still.
And it is all worth remembering.
Your Newborn Session
Your baby doesn't need to sleep through the session or do anything on command. My newborn sessions are baby-led, which means we'll follow their cues throughout our time together. Baby will be held and photographed in ways that feel natural and comfortable, with plenty of time for feeding, soothing, or taking a break whenever needed.
Ideally your newborn session will take place 2-4 weeks after birth.
Sessions may take place in-home or in a studio space.
Immediate family is always welcome to partake in the session.
Relaxed, gently guided posing.
Session prep guide including what to expect and styling guidance.
*Travel within 25 miles of Webster, NY is included. Locations beyond this area may require an additional travel fee based on distance.
Booking Your Newborn Session
Choose a date.
Choose the date closest to your due date. This will save you a spot on my calendar. Once baby arrives, email me and we’ll get your Newborn Session booked.
Newborn Booking CalendarMake it official.
Choose your package, sign your contract, complete a short questionnaire, and pay your deposit.Prepare for your session.
You'll receive your Newborn Session Prep Guide with what to expect, styling guidance, and everything you need to feel ready.Enjoy your session.
Usually sessions take 60–90 minutes. Sometimes a little extra time may be necessary if baby needs a feeding or soothing break.View your images.
Within a couple weeks, you'll receive a gallery of all the best images from your session (minimum of 50 images) edited in both color and black and white.
“Such an amazing experience with Jessica for our newborn family photos! She was patient with our 2.5 year old and newborn and captured amazing photos for us!”
— J.F.
FAQs
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For in-home newborn sessions, I commonly use 1-2 of the following spaces:
Nursery
Primary bedroom
Living room
When I arrive you can show me each space and let me know your preferences.
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Keep it simple.
Baby: diaper or a simple, well-fitted onesie.
Mom: choose something comfortable that makes you feel like yourself.
Everyone else: coordinate around Mom's outfit, your session location, and the season.
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That’s okay! Your baby doesn’t need to sleep for their newborn session. We’ll follow their lead throughout our time together. If baby is happy and comfortable awake, we’ll photograph them awake. If they need to be fed, soothed, changed, or snuggled, we’ll take care of that first and continue when they’re ready. There’s always time to pause as needed to keep baby comfortable and content.
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Then we’ll pause and let baby eat! Feeding breaks are completely expected during newborn sessions. Once baby is finished, comfortable, and content, we’ll continue whenever they’re ready.
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Sometimes bigger siblings cooperate, and sometimes they don’t. I won’t force a child to participate if they’re having a hard time. Instead, I’ll continue to gently encourage them and give them space. Usually, their curiosity is eventually piqued, and when that happens, we’ll take advantage of the opportunity.
I have plenty of strategies for encouraging siblings to participate, so let me worry about that. Your job is simply to stay calm, enjoy your family, and let me take care of the rest.
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Both Maternity and Newborn Sessions can be booked. When booked separately, they’ll be $525 per session.
I have two bundles that include both of these sessions. There is a Maternity & Newborn Bundle ($795) and a First Year Bundle that includes a Maternity, Newborn, and Family Session ($1200). Find all pricing info here.