Photographing new babies can be a tricky thing. Websites like Pintrest are full of 'photo fails' where parents, in good humour, are showing how they didn't quite get it right, in spite of best intentions, some skill and a good camera. You just can't replace a well trained, experienced professional when it comes to capturing your babies first portrait.

Knowing how to include siblings and other family members can be just as important as knowing how to pose your newborn safely and confidently. Newborn photos don't have to be the posed, curled up, beautiful, and usually highly photoshopped photos you see displayed by most photographers. Sometimes a natural photo with the family is infinitely more personal and sometimes the baby just won't pose the way you expect.

There are a number of factors that contribute to this. They include thing like Babies age in days (yes days matter!), how big the baby is, gestation (premmies are much more flexible but have inherent health and safety issues), how many people are present during the session, behaviour of siblings, any discomfort, the time of the day and just because babies don't take verbal instruction - just to name a few. A good professional Newborn Photographer will know how and when to manage the session for the best outcome for you and your baby.

Don't be afraid to ask questions of the photographer.

Are they fully immunised?
How long have they been doing this?
Can you see some of their work?
If you have any concerns at all, you should voice them before the session so that everyone is relaxed.
If your baby has special needs, tell you photographer.

The process should be easy, fun and positive and I ensure this is always the case with my clients. I look forward to meeting you and your babies soon.