Arrange childcare

The family portion of a newborn session will be scheduled on a separate day. I find this to be the most relaxing and stress-free way to do it. Please arrange childcare for your other children. I do not recommend you bring them to the newborn session. The session takes a few hours and takes place in a warm environment. Your kids will not enjoy it! It’s a super sleepy environment!

Avoid gassy foods (if breastfeeding)

1-2 days beforehand avoid eating foods that will upset your baby.

• Acidic foods – such as lemons, oranges, berries, pizza, spaghetti, chili, and tomato products.

• Gassy vegetables – such as asparagus, onions, broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower.

• Excessive caffeine

Pack your diaper bag...​​

1. Pacifier – While some babies don’t take one, I suggest bringing your preferred one anyways. This will help me keep your baby sleeping without being attached to a food source. I keep extra Soothie Brand pacifiers in the studio.

2. Bottles with pumped milk/formula – Even if your child does not typically use these, we must have access to various soothing techniques to make sure your session runs smoothly. Please prepare at least one bottle.

3. Preferred hairbrush – The brush is for a baby who has a lot of flakes on their head.

4. Preferred baby lotion – Babies start to shed skin in the first few weeks of birth. I’ll want to use your preferred baby lotion (if needed).

5. Props you want to be included in the shoot – Did your Grandma make a blanket that you want to be featured? Please note: avoid large stuffed animals.

6. FOOD for yourself! You will be at my house for a while. Bring a snack or two. Don't be surprised if I try to feed you!