When to book your newborn photoshoot?
If you are expecting or planning a baby, you may be wondering how far into your pregnancy do you need to book the newborn photoshoot.
This is a very good question and it is very wise to plan your baby’s newborn photoshoot in advance. Especially if you want to book it with the photographer of your choice.
I often get booked 4-6 weeks in advance, in some cases even 6 months before the baby is born. But I would say, any time after your 12 week scan is good.
when is the best time for newborn photos?
The first two weeks since your baby is born is the best time to have the photos taken. And here is why…
Your baby is still very sleepy, flexible and likes to be curled up into typical newborn poses.
Your husband or partner is usually off work so you can get beautiful family photos as well as your baby.
Newborn babies grow really fast, and you may not notice it on a daily basis, but they do and newborn outfits, hats and props are really tiny so the older the baby, there is a risk they may not fit into the outfit of your choice.
How far in advance do i need to book newborn photographer?
You may be wondering, why do you need to book the photoshoot as early as after your 12 week scan and how does it work….
How can you know when your baby is going to be born?
Let me explain this a little bit…
The best window for typical newborn photoshoot is when your baby is between 5 - 15 days old, so that’s very early.
When you book your baby’s photographer while pregnant, you book it for your due date. Your photographer then knows that around that time you baby is expected and as soon as your baby arrives, you let your photographer know and together you decide on the exact day within those two weeks.
Hope that makes sense.
My baby is older than two weeks. Is it too late for newborn photos?
It is never too late for newborn photos!! Babies are always super cute!! The only difference is, that the older baby may not sleep during the shoot, which doesn't mean the photos are less beautiful, no way!!
I actually really love taking photos of older babies because I love capturing their first smiles, yawns, smirks and any other cute faces they make.
Can you take photos of my newborn baby and the dog?
Babies and dogs are one of my favourite subjects to photograph!! So my answer is, absolutely YES!!
As a dog owner, I know, dogs are not just pets, they are very important part of our families and for some, their fur babies.
My newborn photo session are done in the comfort of your own house so you, your partner, your newborn baby and aslo your dog can feel relaxed and just enjoy the experience.
If you would like to find out more about my newborn and Older baby photography…
Fill in the contact form and let me know about you and you baby….
How far into pregnancy are you? Maybe you are considering a maternity shoot as well? Let me know the due date and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Hope you found this blog useful.
Love,
Magda x