Boise Lifestyle Newborn Photography Session // Thomas

Curious what an in-home lifestyle session is like? First, I recommend parents try to plan to feed the baby just before the beginning of the session. When I arrive I will ask mom or dad to show me around and let me know if they had any thoughts on where they would like to take photos. I may make specific recommendations based on where lighting is best in your home. If baby is very sleepy when I arrive, I may start with the photos of just baby. Otherwise, I will start with photos of the whole family, then siblings with baby (if applicable) followed by mom and dad each with baby.

I recommend trying to keep any outfit changes to a minimum so as not to disrupt baby too much and recommend a simple outfit and/or swaddle. I am super flexible and go with the flow during newborn sessions. These sessions tend to last a little longer than my regular session due to the nature of newborns to be unpredictable and stopping for feedings or diaper changes. Baby always comes first!

I recommend parents have a few things on hand if possible. None of these things are absolutely necessary, but this is what I’ve found to be helpful for the pictures.

• A solid, neutral colored blanket or comforter for the master bedroom bed, if we are going to take any pictures on the bed

• A few blankets to lay under baby for portraits of just baby. Textured knit or fuzzy blankets often look good!

• A crib sheet that coordinates with baby or is neutral colored

• A few swaddles and/or outfits for baby

• Accessories for baby (hats, bows, headbands, etc.)

• Any fun props, such as name announcements, letter boards, stuffed animals, etc.

I also ask the parents to let me know if they have any specific requests for props or poses for the photos so I can be prepared to include those. Then we get started making magic!