10 Tips for Preparing for your Newborn Photos

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Many parents ask me what they have to do during a newborn photoshoot. There are many doubts and worries. Thinking about it, I started to offer these informations to my clients as soon as they book a session with me.

I will share with you guys here the 10 more important things you need to know for your newborn session:

  1. Scheduling - Newborn sessions are best done when the babies are 5-14 days old. So, make sure to have a photographer prior the baby is born. During this period of time your little one sleeps better and love to be wrapped. However, don’t worry if he/she is older than that because the session is doable until baby is 1 month old;

  2. Feeding - I recommend parents to feed the baby right before they leave their house. Their belly will be full and the baby will sleep faster. Trust me - that is the best way to have the most adorable pictures and a variety of poses;

  3. Formula - Don’t try a new formula the day before the session because it can upset baby’s stomach and ruin the session. Also, bring extra formula..baby may get hungry more than usual during the session;

  4. Loose Diaper - Make sure to loosen the diaper 30 minutes before you arrive. This will help the lines to fade away;

  5. Clothing - Parents and siblings are welcome to take portraits with the newborn and I will be glad to help you and your family choosing the best outfit. I also have outfits in my studio that could be used at no charge;

  6. Props - Milena Cerqueira Photography will provide all the props (baskets, beds, baby clothing, blankets, wraps, hats, headbands and backdrops). We will decide together about colors and what to use;

  7. Wall Decor - Take a look around your home and think about where you would like to hang the portraits of your little one;

  8. Lotion - Dry skin for baby: Many newborns will have flaky skin during those first few weeks of life. We suggest bringing some lotion with you to put on baby right before the sessiont;

  9. Pacifier - Don’t forget to bring it. We will use to calm the baby and make him/her sleep better;

  10. Main Rule - Enjoy each moment of the session! it is a unique moment and you guys will remember forever.

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