Up there with our most popular sessions, there's nothing that can quite match the preciousness of a brand new baby. Whether its natural simplicity or perfectly posed our newborn sessions are always very special. That said, it’s also unlike anything else we offer, both practically and creatively. So - we had the bright idea of putting together a handy FAQ for your perusal. We have two types of session, Firstly is our mini newborn short and sweet session which is around 1 hour long, In this session baby is swaddled ( so no poses ). This session is £45 and includes a printed image. If you like all the sleepy poses then the full newborn session will be for you, this session is around 1-3 hours long where we will pose baby in all those adorable squishy poses you see. This session is £89 and includes a print. Extra images can also be purchased from your session.
What is the ideal age for a Newborn session?
Our first and perhaps most important question. If you're looking for something particularly posed is essential that the session takes place within the first two weeks of baby’s arrival.
How far in advance should I book my session session?
When you're still pregnant! This is primarily for two reasons, the first is that the moment your baby arrives you will be bombarded with visits, little jobs and looking after a whole new person. It can be a hectic time, which makes it super important to get the date in the diary before the world shifts sideways. The second reason is to ensure you can guarantee and appointment with your photographer. As said, there is a short window to of opportunity for those really special portraits and we need to know to expect you. Our newborn sessions often fill up very quickly, This allows to us to just 8 sessions a month ,and though we do our best to accommodate everyone sometimes we just don't have the availability. So make sure to think ahead if you want those perfect portraits.
How long does a session take?
Every session takes around 1-2 hours in our studio, from start to finish. This may seem like a long time at first but we assure you its necessary. Roughly half that time will usually be us settling your baby into a deep sleep ready for posing. The rest of the time is spent working with a variety of poses, introducing props and capturing memories. Newborn photography is a very specialist subject and your photographer Janine has over 10 years experience. On your session you can expect to sit back and relax and watch us capture those magical memories for you.
What should I dress my baby in on the day?
Nearly all newborn photography is done in the nude or in our outfits, We always keep our studio extra warm for newborns so they will be comfortable in their skin. If you can bring them in just a babygrow this will allow us to undress them with ease.
What else should I bring?
Come prepared with all the essentials, wipes, nappies, bottles, blanket and a dummy ( Dummies help so much with settling and posing, If baby doesn’t have one we would advise for best results just to use one for the session only ) Basically everything you'll be carrying around on a daily basis for the foreseeable future. If you want to be on the photos yourself (you are more than welcome to), please bring a spare change of clothing in case of any unfortunate accidents that may occur when holding a naked baby. We try to have all the basics on hand ourselves but always come prepared, just in case.
Can my baby have photos taken with siblings?
Yes of course! Usually the sibling images are done at the start of the session on neutral coloured backgrounds, We advise to dress siblings in either white or cream colour to create a timeless image. Baby doesn’t need clothes as he/she will be wrapped. As the session can last upto 3 hours young children can become very bored, If you intend for siblings to stay for the whole of the session please bring enough snacks and drinks and toys to keep them entertained. We do have a play area on site also.
Can we purchase extra images?
You can, we offer a range of products suitable for all budgets. We also offer a discount on packages if you are a Blue Light card holder ( please see our price guides located in the newborn gallery section ). We also offer payment plans ( please contact us for more info on this )
What safety precautions are in place?
As mentioned previously, our studio is always kept very warm and we usually have a extra heater on to ensure baby is comfortable. Our photographers also have years of experience working with newborns, A big factor with any newborn session is usually the posing - we know how to do this safely and delicately, and have been specially trained in handling & posing your newborn baby . Baby will only be put into a pose they are comfortable with to ,You can be confident in choosing us that we have the experience and know-how to keep your baby safe - we wouldn't be where we are today otherwise.
Are you the right photographer for me?
You should always ask this question. Choosing a newborn photographer is an important decision and you should assess your options beforehand. A big part of your decision is whether you like the work. We are proud of the work we do (and its multi award award winning) but perhaps it isn't in the style you're looking for. Another key point is to assess the amount of experience your photographer has and seek a second opinion before you book. We actively encourage you to do so, and we love to hear peoples responses and feedback to our work.
If you decide we are the right fit for you, we are always open to further questions and ideas. Every session is unique and we are always looking to try something new. Ultimately though, the decision is yours - we hope this has proven to be a helpful guide and we'll let our work speak for itself.
Terms & conditions
Please refer to our terms & conditions before any of our sessions are booked . Terms & conditions are listed on our home screen on this website or by coping & pasting this link — https://www.cam-capture.co.uk/new-page