When Is the Best Time to Book a Newborn Photoshoot?

Welcoming a new baby into your family is a momentous occasion, and capturing those precious early days through a newborn photoshoot creates timeless memories. But when should you book your session to ensure the best results? At Little Stories Photography, we recommend planning your newborn photoshoot in advance to secure your preferred date and capture your baby’s earliest days beautifully.

When Should You Schedule Your Newborn Session?

The ideal time to photograph newborns is within the first 5 to 14 days after birth. During this period, babies are still very sleepy, naturally curl up into adorable poses, and have that fresh newborn look. After two weeks, babies tend to be more alert and may develop mild skin conditions like baby acne, making it slightly harder to achieve those classic sleepy newborn poses.

Why the First Two Weeks?

Babies sleep deeply and can be posed comfortably

They naturally curl up, resembling their womb position

Less likelihood of baby acne or colic

However, if you miss this window, don’t worry! We can still create beautiful newborn portraits at any stage, adjusting our approach to capture your baby’s unique personality and expressions.

When Should You Book Your Newborn Photoshoot?

To ensure availability, we recommend booking your newborn session during your second trimester or early in the third trimester. Since babies arrive on their own schedule, we pencil in your due date and finalize the session once your baby arrives. This guarantees that you have a reserved spot while allowing flexibility.

Why Book in Advance?

Newborn photographers have limited availability

Ensures you get your preferred date and package

Allows time for preparation and styling choices

If you’ve already had your baby and didn’t book in advance, don’t worry! Contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your session.

What If My Baby Arrives Early or Late?

Babies rarely arrive exactly on their due date, so we keep our schedule flexible. Once your baby is born, simply reach out, and we’ll set a date within the ideal timeframe. For premature babies, we adjust based on their development to ensure a comfortable and safe session.

What If My Baby Is Older?

While the first two weeks are ideal for classic newborn poses, we also offer older newborn sessions (3-8 weeks old). These sessions focus more on awake, interactive moments, natural lifestyle poses, and beautiful family portraits. Every stage is special, and we’re here to capture your baby’s unique journey.

Book Your Newborn Photoshoot with Little Stories PhotographyCapturing the first days of your baby’s life is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. By booking early, you ensure that you don’t miss these fleeting moments. Whether you prefer a cozy at-home newborn session or a beautifully styled photoshoot, Little Stories Photography is here to create timeless images of your little one.

📩 Contact us today to reserve your newborn session in Auckland and let’s create magical memories together!

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