Welcome
A NOTE ABOUT THIS GUIDE
We’re so excited to be working with you and we can’t wait for our time together during your newborn session! It’s normal to be a little nervous about your session. We always tell people that we still get nervous before having our photos taken - and I do this for a living!
This current season deserves to be worth capturing. Next year at this time, you'll look back and be SO grateful you documented this season! What a joy!
There is a lot to think about when it comes to planning a session and since we get asked the same things over and over again, we thought it would be the most beneficial if we put together a guide that walks you through everything you need to know.
We’ll cover what to wear, how to prep for your session, heirlooms and more!
- CHRISTA
We have our own wardrobe to help take the stress of dress planning off your plate with a variety of dress options! Christa can walk you through those, or plan an apt for try-ons! Each dress is dry cleaned between use.
Moms' Wardrobe
WHAT TO WEAR
If you prefer to choose your own dress, choose something that ties or comes in at the waist or below the bust. Long and flowy photographs really well! Feel free to add in a more casual look as well if desired.
VIEW OUR DRESSES HERE
We highly recommend having a professional take care of this for you!
Let us know if you need recommendations!
Hair & Makeup
Feel free to change your child at our studio if you do a studio session. This helps ensure baby’s clothes stay fresh in case anything goes wrong in the car;)
A beautiful, neutral swaddle is a gorgeous option for your baby.
Feel free to bring another cute outfit as well!
We can also get shots of baby naked, but let’s save this for the end incase baby gets cold.
Baby
If a partner is involved, have him Match how dressy mom’s dress is.
For dressy: a button down and jeans or khakis are a great fit!
For a little more casual: nice jeans, and a solid henley will help with a cozy look
The Guys
I know baby’s are still learning their time tables…
Try to time it so your baby is fed and happy, but bring backup bottles incase!
Christa NEVER minds if we need to pause for a feeding in the studio! It’s a private space!
Relax!!! Things may not go as planned with your little one. We have UNLIMITED patience and have seen it all!!! Just trust me to get what we need, and communicate yours and baby’s needs as they arise!
Prepping For Your Session
Our goal is to ensure you have tangible wall art, albums, and prints to remember this precious season!
Here are a few examples of newborn favorites!
Heirlooms
We hope this guide covers everything you need to know to prep for your newborn session! However if there is something we missed, or you need a recommendation feel free to email christa@christarenephotography.com