Those first days with your precious newborn pass in a beautiful blur of tiny yawns, delicate fingers, and sweet cuddles. As a parent, you want to preserve these fleeting moments forever, and timing is everything when it comes to capturing your baby’s earliest days. If you’re considering a St. Simons Island newborn session, understanding the ideal timeline will help ensure you don’t miss this magical, never-to-be-repeated window.
The Perfect Timing
The ideal time for a newborn photography session is within the first two weeks of your baby’s life, preferably between days 10-14. During this precious window, your newborn still naturally curls into those womb-like poses, sleeps more deeply, and their skin maintains that perfect newborn softness. These first days are truly magical for creating those peaceful, angelic portraits you’ll treasure forever.
Booking Your Session
The most important thing to understand about newborn photography is that the ideal booking time happens long before your baby arrives. You’ll want to secure your St. Simons Island newborn session while you’re still in your second or early third trimester, ideally around months 5-7 of your pregnancy.
Early booking is essential because newborn photographers often have limited availability for those critical first two weeks, especially during busy seasons. Your due date provides a starting point for scheduling, but babies arrive on their own timeline. Pre-booking ensures you won’t miss this fleeting window while trying to find an available photographer after your baby’s arrival.
When you book in advance, we’ll hold space on our calendar around your due date. Once your little one arrives, we’ll finalize the exact session date based on their actual birth date, typically scheduling for when your baby is 10-14 days old.
Beyond the Two-Week Window
While the first two weeks are ideal, sometimes circumstances prevent scheduling during this optimal period. Beautiful portraits are still possible with babies up to 6 weeks old, though the posing approach will adapt to accommodate your growing baby’s increased alertness and muscle development.
Your Session Experience
This is your time to be pampered while I start photographing your sweet baby. Your session includes:
- A warm, cozy studio environment designed specifically for newborn comfort and safety.
- Access to our curated studio wardrobe with beautiful options for the entire family.
- My incredible MUA will be at the studio waiting to help you look your best for your session. Come as you are!
- Comfortable seating for tired parents (some even enjoy cat-naps on our cozy studio sofa!).
All you need to bring are a few essentials:
- Pacifier (if baby is taking one)
- Extra formula for baby (unless you are breastfeeding)
- Any special blanket or lovie you’d like included in photos
That’s it. I have EVERYTHING else we need at the studio. You just simply need to show up – with your new baby, of course 🙂
Creating Heirloom Artwork
In our digital world, there’s something profoundly special about creating printed artwork from your newborn portraits. Those first family portraits in particular deserve to be displayed as custom-framed wall portraits or preserved in heirloom albums that can be passed down through generations.
Unlike photographers who simply deliver digital files, a full-service experience means you’ll receive guidance at every step:
- Pre-session consultation to discuss your vision.
- Expert posing and soothing techniques during your session.
- Professional editing to ensure every image is perfect.
- Personal ordering appointment to select your favorites and design custom artwork.
- Professional installation of your wall portraits in your home.
Book Your St. Simons Island Newborn Session Today
These first days with your newborn are precious beyond measure, and they’re gone before you know it. Securing your St. Simons Island newborn session during your pregnancy ensures these fleeting moments will be preserved with the care and artistry they deserve.
Whether you’re currently expecting or have recently welcomed your little one, reach out today to discuss availability and create a portrait experience that will result in treasured family heirlooms for generations to come.
