There’s something quietly powerful about those first few days with a newborn — the stillness, the softness, the sense that time has momentarily paused. It’s a chapter that passes quickly, and photography offers a way to hold onto it long after it’s gone.
Newborn photography is more than just sweet poses and tiny toes. It’s a thoughtful process designed to create meaningful, lasting keepsakes for growing families. Here’s a complete rundown of how newborn sessions are planned and carried out in the studio.
It Starts with Connection
Every session begins with a welcome email and a detailed questionnaire. This is where we explore your preferences — from color palettes and styling to whether you’re hoping to include parents or siblings in the session. It’s also an opportunity to ask questions and feel confident heading into your shoot.
Session Structure & Timing
Session length is based on the package you select:
- Mini sessions are simple and focused solely on baby, lasting 1 hour.
- Petite sessions allow a bit more flexibility and time for extra setups, running 2 hours.
- Classic and Premium sessions offer the most comprehensive experience, with time for baby portraits as well as parent and sibling shots. These sessions can last up to 3 hours, depending on baby’s needs and the flow of the day.
Every session is baby-led, allowing for plenty of breaks for feeding, soothing, or simply cuddling. The pace is calm, patient, and focused on keeping your baby comfortable throughout.
Parent and Sibling Involvement
If you’d like to be included in the session, or want to bring in siblings for a few portraits, those moments are available with Classic and Premium packages only. These sessions are designed to capture the full family dynamic alongside the newborn images.
The Mini and Petite options are baby-only, ideal for those seeking a streamlined session focused entirely on your little one.
After the Session: What Happens Next
After your session, you’ll receive a private viewing gallery via email. This initial gallery includes softly proofed images — unedited but lightly adjusted so you can preview and select your favorites.
The process from there is simple:
- Choose the images you’d like to keep (with the option to upgrade if you’d like more).
- Selected images are professionally edited, with care taken to preserve natural skin tones, softness, and consistency.
- Your final, fully retouched gallery is delivered as a digital download, ready to print, share, or save as heirlooms.
Timeless, Thoughtful, Baby-Led
At the heart of every newborn session is a commitment to safety, comfort, and authenticity. Each pose is gentle and never forced. Every wrap, texture, and tone is curated to reflect a timeless style — soft, organic, and emotive.
Whether you’re drawn to a clean, minimal look or something more styled, the goal is always the same: to create honest, beautiful portraits that honor this moment in your story.
Contact us today to schedule your newborn photography session and make your family’s memories last forever!
At Lavender Lane Photography, we specialize in maternity photography, newborn photography, baby milestone photography, cake smash photography, and family photography in Brisbane. We’re passionate about capturing your family’s precious moments! To receive our full price list or book a session, the best way to reach us is by filling out our Contact Form.
