What to Expect in my Newborn Sessions
Bringing your newborn to a photoshoot can feel a little daunting, especially if you're a first-time parent. My aim is to make the experience as relaxed and enjoyable as possible for both you and your baby.
When Should My Newborn Be Photographed?
Newborn sessions are ideally photographed within the first 5–12 days after birth when babies are typically at their sleepiest and still naturally curl into the beautiful poses you see throughout my portfolio.
To ensure availability, I recommend booking during pregnancy, ideally after your 20-week scan.
How Long Does A Session Last?
Newborn sessions usually last around 3 hours, although I always allow extra time if needed.
Every session is completely baby-led, meaning we stop whenever your baby needs fed, changed, cuddled or settled. There is never any pressure to rush.
What If My Baby Doesn't Sleep?
This is one of the questions I am asked most often.
Many parents arrive worried that their baby won't settle, but with over 15 years of experience photographing newborns, I have worked with every type of baby imaginable.
My studio is kept warm and calm, with soft lighting and soothing white noise to help encourage sleep. However, if your baby prefers to stay awake, that's perfectly fine too. Some of my favourite images have been created with awake babies.
What Should I Bring?
Very little.
The studio is fully stocked with a carefully curated collection of wraps, blankets, headbands, bonnets and props. Before your session, you'll complete a styling questionnaire so I can prepare colours and setups that suit your taste.
Simply bring milk for baby, nappies and anything you may need during your visit.
Your Baby's Safety Comes First
Your baby's wellbeing is always my number one priority.
I have extensive training in newborn posing and safety and am Scotland's only Master Craftsman in Newborn & Baby Photography.
Some poses you may see online are created using composite techniques. In these images, baby is fully supported at all times and multiple photographs are carefully combined during editing to create the final image safely.
Relax While I Do The Work
Parents are welcome to sit back and relax on the studio sofa while I work with baby. Many new mums and dads even enjoy a quiet cup of tea and a little rest during the session.
My home studio in Kilmarnock has been designed specifically for newborn photography and offers a calm, welcoming environment for your family's first professional portraits.
Ready To Book?
I recommend booking during pregnancy to guarantee availability around your due date.
You can book your newborn session here or contact me for any further information.
Bringing your newborn to a photoshoot can feel a little daunting, especially if you're a first-time parent. My aim is to make the experience as relaxed and enjoyable as possible for both you and your baby.
When Should My Newborn Be Photographed?
Newborn sessions are ideally photographed within the first 5–12 days after birth when babies are typically at their sleepiest and still naturally curl into the beautiful poses you see throughout my portfolio.
To ensure availability, I recommend booking during pregnancy, ideally after your 20-week scan.
How Long Does A Session Last?
Newborn sessions usually last around 3 hours, although I always allow extra time if needed.
Every session is completely baby-led, meaning we stop whenever your baby needs fed, changed, cuddled or settled. There is never any pressure to rush.
What If My Baby Doesn't Sleep?
This is one of the questions I am asked most often.
Many parents arrive worried that their baby won't settle, but with over 15 years of experience photographing newborns, I have worked with every type of baby imaginable.
My studio is kept warm and calm, with soft lighting and soothing white noise to help encourage sleep. However, if your baby prefers to stay awake, that's perfectly fine too. Some of my favourite images have been created with awake babies.
What Should I Bring?
Very little.
The studio is fully stocked with a carefully curated collection of wraps, blankets, headbands, bonnets and props. Before your session, you'll complete a styling questionnaire so I can prepare colours and setups that suit your taste.
Simply bring milk for baby, nappies and anything you may need during your visit.
Your Baby's Safety Comes First
Your baby's wellbeing is always my number one priority.
I have extensive training in newborn posing and safety and am Scotland's only Master Craftsman in Newborn & Baby Photography.
Some poses you may see online are created using composite techniques. In these images, baby is fully supported at all times and multiple photographs are carefully combined during editing to create the final image safely.
Relax While I Do The Work
Parents are welcome to sit back and relax on the studio sofa while I work with baby. Many new mums and dads even enjoy a quiet cup of tea and a little rest during the session.
My home studio in Kilmarnock has been designed specifically for newborn photography and offers a calm, welcoming environment for your family's first professional portraits.
Ready To Book?
I recommend booking during pregnancy to guarantee availability around your due date.
You can book your newborn session here or contact me for any further information.