There’s a primal connection we share with our children
Maternity & Motherhood* Sessions
A CELEBRATION OF THE CONNECTION BETWEEN MAMA, BUMP, BABY AND CHILD
▸At location of choice
▸30 hand edited high resolution images
▸Partner/children can be included
▸Access to client closet & can include outfit change
▸60 min session
$450
gallery upgrades available:
▸Additional images can be purchased: $5/image
▸Purchase entire edited gallery (minimum 70 image gallery): +$150
*a motherhood session is a session to celebrate the connection between mama and her little one. You can book a motherhood session in the Bump to Babe bundle in lieu of a maternity session when scheduled within babe's first year.
Newborn Sessions
The first few weeks of your baby's life are fleeting and delicate, filled with a flood of emotions. The exhaustion mixed with elation, the overwhelming love that fills your heart, and the desperate need to protect and nurture your little one. This precious time is brief, but within its tiny grasp lies an entire universe of emotion and wonder.
▸In client's home
▸30 hand edited and retouched high resolution images
▸Partner/siblings can be included
▸Access to Client Closet (for mom and babe)
▸Use of newborn styling collection (outfits, blankets, wraps, headbands, baskets, florals etc.)
▸90+ min session
▸ for more info see FAQ at bottom of page -
$650
gallery upgrades available:
▸Additional images can be purchased: $5/image
▸Purchase entire edited gallery (minimum 60 image gallery): +$150
Bump to Babe Bundle
▸Each session includes 30 hand edited and retouched high resolution images
$1000
Divided into (2) payments, due at each session
Additional images available at cost
Ready to book?
Let's chat so we can confirm I have availability surrounding your due date, and to secure your session(s) I require a $100 nonrefundable, but transferable deposit to book which is deducted from the total session fee. Your photos will be ready for viewing within 5 weeks of our session date via a private online, photo gallery. The digital photos you receive are complete with print release, so you are welcome to order prints yourself in any format you want. Feel free to ask me about printing service recommendations.
FAQ
Where do Newborn Sessions take place?
Newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your own home. Not only is this where you and your baby feel most comfortable, it's where you'll be making most of your memories together during the first few months so photos captured in your own home will hold extra sentimental value for you. As a lifestyle photographer I will work with the natural light available in your home, often the nursery, master bedroom or living rooms have nice lighting to work with!
I am confident that we will be able to achieve a beautiful set of newborn photos, regardless of what your home space looks like. But if you would like an alternative to having the session in your own home I can retain a rental space to use for the session for an additional fee, please let me know if you are interested in this and I can give you more information.
During the summer months I am more than happy to take your newborn photos outdoors as well!
Do you provide props or outfits?
I always joke with my newborn parents that you'll think I'm moving in when I show up for your newborn session. Most items you see in my images belong to me. I bring a bin full of items with me including outfits, knit blankets, swaddles, wraps, hats, headbands, floral crowns, baskets, boxes, blanket and pillows etc. But if you have a certain look in mind I recommend planning to have your own outfit for your babe ready for our session!
How & when will I receive my photos?
After your session you will receive your private proof photo gallery usually within 2-5 weeks. You can expect your proofing gallery to include around 70+ fully edited images to choose your favorite images from to download and keep. Fall in love with the entire gallery? Upgrade to receive the entire collection.
What should I do to prepare for our newborn session ahead of time?
To prepare for your newborn session, carefully read through my Newborn Prep Guide that you will receive after booking your session.
When do newborn sessions take place?
As a lifestyle newborn photographer, I focus on natural poses of your little one. Since I don't do any intricate/squished poses we have some flexibility in the timing of your session, which can be anywhere between 5 days to 3 months old. I find there is a sweet spot between 1-3 weeks to allow parents to find there rhythm with the new tiny boss you've brought home that's now calling all the shots hehehe.
When you book your session, we tentatively schedule your newborn session in 2 weeks after your due date. We can easily change this date if your baby arrives early or late, since that can vary by a few weeks even! I just ask that you keep me in the loop when the baby arrives and we can adjust our date if needed to work for your family.
What should we (the parents) wear?
I like to discuss outfit recommendations with each client to ensure outfits are in line with the vision they hope for. Do you want a look that is more sophisticated, perhaps a loose flowy dress? Or go with something comfy and casual like plain tees/knit sweater and jeans? Hop on Pintrest and browse through 'lifestyle newborn photo sessions' and get inspired by what outfit styles you like!
Mom's: ask me about my client closet if you would like to borrow a dress to wear for your session!
A basic rule of thumb is to stick with neutral colours (white, grey, oatmeal, rust, blush, etc.), avoid patterns/prints or clothing that has any logos/graphics on it. Mix and match textures to add more feel to the photos (i.e. Dad in a cotton tee and mom in a knit cardigan).
Simple, natural looking make up tends to look best.
Will you take photos of us (the parents) too?
Absolutely! Showcasing the connection and love you share with your new baby is one of my favorite things to capture. Typically we start with some newborn portraits of just the baby, and then we will move into doing some shots of Mom and Dad interacting with their little one. Older siblings are welcome to be part of the session as well.
What if my baby is fussy and crying during the session?
Honestly, I would be down right shocked if they didn’t at some point! Of course I expect babies to be babies. I try not to drag newborn sessions out to be hours long, new parents are usually running minimal sleep and I don’t want to take up your entire day. But we definitely take breaks for your little one to settle down, have a feed or just have a breather for a moment, whatever it may be. So please, don’t stress about your baby being a baby, I’m there until we get the shots we planned! Typically sessions take about 90 minutes, but can take up to 3 hours if lots of breaks are needed for your babe.
