How to Choose a Style of Newborn Photo Shoot
When you welcome your first baby, it can feel overwhelming to decide what you want from a newborn photo session. With so many styles and collections available, it’s important to understand the options before making your choice. Here, I’ll answer the most common questions I hear from new parents and help you choose a style of newborn photo shoot that feels right for your family.
What Newborn Photo Shoots Do I Offer?
The best newborn photo shoots happen when families feel relaxed. For this reason, I specialise in at-home newborn sessions. Your home has everything you need—clothes, baby essentials, and familiar surroundings—so you don’t have to remember a thing.
I don’t offer studio-style sessions, but I can set up simple portraits in your home with natural backdrops. My style focuses on capturing genuine, natural moments in your own environment. I bring portable lights, adapt to different spaces, and prefer soft lighting instead of flash to keep babies comfortable.
I’ve photographed newborns in small flats, surrounded by packing boxes, in grandparents’ homes, and even in hotel rooms—you’d never know from the final images.
Newborn Shoot Collections
I offer several newborn photography collections. Each includes digital images, plus the option to add beautiful albums, canvas clusters, or framed prints. You can also choose the number of sessions:
- A single newborn photo shoot
- A combined maternity and newborn package
- A series of four shoots from maternity to your baby’s first birthday
This flexibility lets you document your baby’s journey in a way that suits your family best.
Styled vs Lifestyle Newborn Photo Shoots
When you choose a style of newborn photo shoot, it often comes down to two main options: styled shoots or lifestyle shoots.
What Is a Styled Newborn Shoot?
Styled shoots usually take place in a studio. They focus solely on the baby, with carefully posed portraits, props, blankets, and accessories. If you want polished, artistic images where your baby looks like a tiny model, a styled shoot is the best choice.
What Is a Lifestyle Newborn Shoot?
Lifestyle shoots take place in your home. The goal is to capture authentic moments in your daily life with your newborn. These sessions include portraits of your baby in your arms, relaxed family interactions, and the special bond you share.
Lifestyle newborn photography feels natural and personal. Babies look comfortable nestled against your chest or curled up in your arms. These shoots also highlight family connections, giving you portraits of mum, dad, and baby together.
If you feel unsure about being in photos so soon after birth, don’t worry. I’ll guide you into flattering poses and help you feel at ease while capturing memories you’ll treasure
How to Choose a Style of Newborn Photo Shoot
So, how do you decide between the two? Start by reflecting on the photos you love most:
- If you prefer perfectly posed, polished portraits, a styled newborn shoot may suit you best.
- If you value spontaneous, emotional moments and want images that reflect your real life, a lifestyle shoot is likely the right fit.
Think about the memories you want to cherish in years to come. Whether you choose styled or lifestyle photography, your newborn photo shoot should capture this fleeting, precious time in a way that feels authentic to you.
To chat more about what you want from your newborn photo shoot, get in touch.
