Because somehow… they change overnight and no one warned you it would feel like this.

This stage is a blur—in the best and most exhausting way—and lifestyle newborn photos are how you hold onto it. Not the perfectly posed, Pinterest version… but your version. The snuggles on the couch, the way they curl into you, the little in-between moments you don’t realize you’ll miss yet.

This isn’t about putting your tiny human in a basket and calling it a day. It’s about capturing what life actually looks like right now—the chaos, the calm, the love, all of it. So when you’re out of the newborn fog, you have something real to come back to.

Short answer: sooner than you think, but with zero pressure. I know how special and sacred the newborn bubble can be.

I usually recommend anywhere from birth to around 8 weeks old. This is that sweet spot where baby is still extra snuggly, sleepy, and very go-with-the-flow (we love that for us).

Once you get past the 10-ish week mark, they’re way more alert, stretching out, and generally less interested in being wrapped up like a cozy little burrito. Which is adorable… just a different vibe.

But truly—there’s no “too late.” We just lean into whatever stage they’re in and document it as it is..

Before your session, I always recommend taking a peek at my past work so you can get a feel for how I shoot—very go-with-the-flow, documentary, and focused on real moments over perfection.

Pinterest is fun (I get it, I live there too), but it’s important to remember…your baby is their own little human with their own moods, preferences, and strong opinions already. Some things you see online just… might not be their vibe. And that’s okay.

This isn’t about recreating someone else’s photos. It’s about capturing your baby, your season, exactly as it is. The magic is in the real stuff anyway.

Bring the cute stuff!! Hats, headbands, bowties, blankets, baskets, outfits, all of it—I’m here for the vibes.

I don’t provide props myself, so anything you’d love included, just bring along. Think pieces that feel like your family, cozy, simple, meaningful, or even a little sentimental.

That said, don’t stress. Sometimes the best photos are the simplest ones—baby + you + good light. Everything else is just a bonus ✨

Once we lock in your date and time (I usually aim for around midday for that dreamy natural light), I’ll have you pick 1–2 spots in your home where you’d love photos to happen. Think: master bedroom, living room, nursery, a loft space or that one random spare room that gets the best light in the house. Additionally we can always do outside if there are special spots you enjoy.

Before I get there, go ahead and open all blinds and curtains so we can see what we’re working with. And let me say this louder for the people in the back—do not deep clean your house for me. Please. I’m a mom. I get it. My home will never be “clean” again. I will likely be showing up in yoga pants with coffee in hand.

That said, a little decluttering in the areas we’re shooting (counters, floors, nightstands) goes a long way. Less stuff = more focus on you and your baby.

If older kiddos are joining in, just give me a heads up! I like to avoid the “on the verge of a meltdown because it’s nap time” window whenever possible. I’ll always do my best to be flexible so we can work around your real-life schedule.

Honestly, this is totally up to you. No rules, no pressure. Ive seen it all from jean shorts and a t-shirt, to perfectly coordinated outfits.

I usually tell moms to pick their outfit first and then build everyone else around that. The little ones are easy… and half the time they’re just out here living their best naked life anyway.

Go for something comfortable, casual, and a little flowy—nothing that feels tight or restrictive on your freshly postpartum body. The goal is to feel like you, just a slightly more put-together version.

If you’re unsure, you can’t go wrong with soft tones, simple textures, and pieces that move a bit. A light sweater or cardigan is always a win too—it adds some dimension and gives you something cozy to wrap up in (baby included).

Most important rule: if you feel good in it, it’ll photograph beautifully 🤍