Newborn portrait sessions are a beautiful way to capture the fleeting moments of your baby's first few weeks of life. In order to get the most out of the experience, here are a few pointers to keep in mind. 

 1. Plan ahead! Book your session well in advance, especially if you're hoping to capture your baby's first few days of life. It is recommended to book your session in your second or third trimester. This will give you time to find a newborn photographer who has a style that you love and ensure he or she has room for you on their calendar. This will also take the stress off of you post-baby. With all the adjustments of being a new mom, it is difficult to have to make this decision quickly.          

 2. Give your input! Your newborn session should be unique to you and your little one. Have something special you would love to incorporate into your session? Mention it to your photographer!

3. Feed your baby before the session/ bring extra feeds. A well-fed baby is a happy baby. Feed your baby a full meal before your session if you can so that they are less likely to get hungry and fussy during the shoot. That being said, your photographer should be flexible and allow for feeding as necessary throughout the session

4. Be patient and trust your photographer! Newborn portrait sessions can take a while, especially if your baby is fussy or needs to be fed or changed. Mentally prepare for a number of hours in session before the session. Photographers may make multiple adjustments to get the best shot.  Your photographer is a professional and knows how to capture the very best images of your baby. Allow your photographer to take their time and work their magic! 

5. Join baby for some images! Many parents post-birth are tired and don't fancy getting behind the lens for some images. The newborn photos with the parents incorporated are some of the most beautiful images. At times, a photographer can incorporate just the parent's hands or arms which shows this love as well. 

5. Relax and enjoy the experience. Newborn portrait sessions are a special time to bond with your baby and create lasting memories. Relax and enjoy the experience, and let your photographer take care of the rest.

If you are expecting a little one and  interested in booking a luxury newborn portrait session in Connecticut,  contact Portraits By Chaya. We specialize in newborn photography and would love to help you capture the special moments of your baby's first few weeks of life.