Newborn sessions are designed to feel calm, unrushed, and grounded—without pressure to pose, perform, or have everything feel “together.” With newborn family photos at home, you don’t need to know what to do or how things should look. I’ll offer gentle guidance when it’s helpful and step back when it’s not, allowing moments to unfold naturally.
Those early days can feel layered, tender, and emotional, and sessions are paced to honor that. We’ll move slowly, pause for feeding or soothing, and focus on documenting life as it truly feels in this season—not a version that needs to be styled or perfected. You don’t need a spotless home or a calm baby. You just need to show up as you are.
You can see examples of recent newborn sessions.
In-home photo sessions for newborns, where comfort and connection come first
Choosing the best location for newborn photography in Austin
Newborn sessions most often take place in your home, offering the comfort and convenience this stage of life requires. In-home sessions allow time for feeding, soothing, and resting without the stress of travel. If you prefer not to photograph at home, studio sessions are always an option—what matters most is choosing a space where you feel at ease.
These locations work well for newborn sessions, where comfort, flexibility, and convenience are most important.
The newborn stage can feel tender and vulnerable, so sessions are designed to be baby-led, with space for feeding, soothing, and slowing down as needed.
Newborn Session
Lifestyle Newborn Sessions
Newborn sessions are designed to feel supportive, calm, and unhurried. You don’t need to know how to pose or have everything perfectly in place—I'll offer gentle guidance and natural prompts so the session feels easy, whether it’s just your baby, your partner, or the whole family.
This time is about documenting life with your newborn as it actually feels—without pressure to perform or present it a certain way. Sessions are baby-led and allotted two hours to move at your baby’s pace, allowing space for feeding, soothing, and rest.
- Up to 1 hour of shooting time
- One location
- 1–2 outfits
- Styling guidance
- Three collection options, making it easy to purchase the images you love most.
Session fee: $300
Total investment begins at $450 + Tax
Bump to Baby Package
Maternity + newborn sessions, planned together
This package is designed for families who want to document pregnancy and the early days with their baby without having to figure everything out twice. It includes both a full maternity session and a full newborn session, scheduled and planned individually, with a bundled rate (saving $200) for booking them together.
Planning both sessions at once helps keep things simple during a season that can feel full quickly. We’ll talk through timing, locations, and what each session will look like so everything feels clear and manageable—both before baby arrives and after.
Session Fees: $500
Total investment begins at $800 + Tax
Collection Options
- Full gallery of 30+ high-resolution digital images
- Every image in both color and black & white
Standard
($300 non-refundable session fee)
$550 + tax
($300 non-refundable session fee)
- 15 high-resolution digital images
- Option to purchase additional individual images for $20 each.
Basic
$450 + tax
- Full gallery of 30+ high-resolution digital images
- Every image in both color and black & white
- Personalized slideshow
- 8×8, 20-page hardcover heirloom album
Premium
($300 non-refundable session fee)
$675 + tax
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Newborn Photography FAQs
You have questions about newborn photography, and I've got the answers....
When to schedule newborn photos?
I recommend scheduling your newborn session within the first two months of your baby’s life. Booking at the start of your third trimester helps ensure availability during that timeframe.
Can my partner and other children be in the session?
Yes! Newborn photography sessions are inclusive of the entire family. Fur babies are also welcome!
What do I wear for newborn pictures?
I encourage all my clients to wear whatever style feels most like you—whether that’s dressed up, casual, or a mix if your session includes an outfit change. If you'd like some guidance, I offer a quick 10-minute video call to help with styling for all of my sessions!
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