Are you a first time mom looking for beautiful, natural photographs of your newborn baby? Or are you expecting your second, third or even forth baby and you’d like to capture your new bundle of joy in a more relaxed environment with your growing family?
Having a newborn session at home, unlike one in a studio, allows you to document the true essence of your family in the place where you feel the most comfortable…at home!
Comfort & Familiarity
Being comfortable in front of the the camera can be hard, especially after having a baby. I find that when you’re at home, there’s a sense of calm and ease that’s hard to replicate in a studio. In-home sessions allows your newborn to be in a familiar environment, which can help them feel more comfortable and relaxed when everything is so new. And as parents, you don’t have to worry about traveling to your session, which can be stressful and overwhelming- especially during the first few days or weeks as new parents or with toddlers in tow.
Being at home means you're in a space where you can easily take breaks, change diapers, feed, or soothe your baby as needed or tend to siblings who need attention too. From feeding, rocking, and diapering to simply snuggling with your baby, these are all real moments of being a new parent. Having them documented in your home helps preserve these fleeting moments.
Personalized & Unique Setting
Your home, your story! Capturing your home, your nursery, and the special spaces throughout your home can make photos feel so meaningful. This time in your life is so unique and special and your home reflects that! For most of us, our home is where we spend the most time as a family, so why not document it! And incorporating items like family heirlooms, baby's first stuffed animal, or a favorite blanket, creates sentimental and timeless images you’ll forever cherish.
Authentic & Natural Feel
An in-home session allows me to capture genuine, everyday moments, so your photos feel more personal and intimate…and true to you! Being at home, allows me as your photographer to document your real-life family dynamic- the chaos of life with siblings, pets and a newborn or as first time parent(s) trying to navigate your new normal. What I love about lifestyle in-home sessions is capturing both natural family moments like cuddling, giggling or just hanging out as a family and those more traditional posed photographs, perfect for those coveted holiday cards or birth announcements.
Long-Term Memories
Your home will likely change over the years (insert sad face), and capturing it preserves the memory of your place where your baby began their life. Your nursery, living room, or even your bedroom are such meaningful spaces to look back on as your child grows. Documenting the place where your family is living and growing adds so much specialness to photographs. And kids LOVE looking back as they get older of photographs of them as babies at the home they were brought home to. It’s not just about your newborn; it’s also about your relationship with your partner, your home surrounded by all your things, and your new family dynamic. Whether you’re curled up in your bed or lounging on the couch, the session will capture that sense of closeness and warmth of your family and your home.
Minimal Stress & Flexibility
Having a session at home eliminates the need to pack up your newborn, deal with transportation, or worrying about being late to a studio appointment with ALL the things in hand. At home, you already have everything you need within reach (diapers, snacks, change of clothes, etc.)- I mean who doesn’t love that!?! But don’t get me wrong, inviting someone into your home to capture beautiful memories isn’t entirely stress free- I know from experience. I mean for many of us, having everything perfectly in place and clean is a lot of work, especially after having a baby. But I promise you that your house, your decor and your family do not have to look like your straight out of a magazine for beautiful images. I find that being at home gives a sense of calm, ease and flexibility that’s hard to replicate anywhere else. And happy families (and newborns) make happy, beautiful photos!
Capturing Sibling and Pet Interactions
If you have other children, an in-home session can be a perfect way to document their special relationship and interactions with their new sibling in a natural setting. Siblings can feel more comfortable and at ease at home, allowing for those genuine, loving memories to be photographed. I find for so many kids, regardless of age, having little moments captured in their space either by themselves or with you makes them feel special. This is a new time for siblings and in-home sessions gives them an opportunity to feel special and needed.
And if you have pets, being at home allows you to include them in the photos too! Documenting the introduction of your newborn to your family pets can be a heartwarming addition to your story.
As you can see, I’m obsessed with my in-home lifestyle sessions, especially when these sessions include squishy new babies! There’s really nothing like it! I love how capturing authentic moments as a family at home can create timeless memories without the stress of traveling or being in an unfamiliar environment. And documenting the place your baby is starting life, well that’s just the cherry on top! So if you’re looking for personal, meaningful photographs that reflect the true essence of your family and newborn at home, please feel free to contact me! It would be an honor to be part of your family’s story!!
