Newborn

Expecting twins? Reserve your newborn session before your babies arrive, then we’ll choose a date together. Here’s how I handle scheduling, NICU stays, and photos beyond the first 14 days.

Choose outfits for your in-home newborn photos with simple tips on colors that complement your home, soft textures, comfortable family clothing, and what baby should wear.

Some newborn props are selected because they coordinate with a nursery or favorite color. However, this wooden box carried a much bigger story. I have photographed all three girls in this family as newborns. During each session, we used the same wooden box featuring their family name. The box came from a family business and […]

One of the first decisions when booking newborn photos is where to have your session. Should you come to the studio or stay home? I offer both studio and in-home newborn photography in Indianapolis. However, the pictures and preparation look a little different. In the studio, I create styled portraits using wraps, backdrops, and carefully […]

         Searching for an Indianapolis newborn photographer can get confusing quickly. One photographer charges a session fee. Another lists collections. Some include digitals. Others sell every image separately. Those differences can make two similarly priced sessions very different purchases. My full newborn sessions include a complete gallery of edited digital images. There is no required […]

A football helmet is not a typical newborn photography prop. That is exactly why it belonged in this session. This baby boy’s dad spent years playing professional football. Instead of creating a full football theme, we used his helmet for one meaningful image. The rest of the session remained simple, neutral, and focused on their […]

This newborn session was extra special because this sweet baby boy belongs to my cousin. I photographed his mom during her maternity session before he arrived. Now, I had the honor of photographing their first days as a family. You can see her maternity session here. Their newborn gallery included sleepy poses, awake expressions, family […]

Your home does not need to be perfect for newborn photos. I promise. You do not need professional decorating or spotless counters. Your nursery also does not need to look like it belongs in a magazine. Parents considering in-home newborn photography in Indianapolis often worry about preparing their homes. A little preparation goes a long […]

One common concern I hear is, “What happens if my newborn will not sleep for pictures?” First, please do not worry. Most newborns sleep through a large portion of their session. However, some babies have other plans. This is not common, but it does happen occasionally. Older newborns are often more alert, especially after the […]

When parents book a newborn session, they are usually thinking about pictures of the baby. And I get it. The baby is the reason for the session. You want the sleepy poses, tiny toes, little lips, sweet profile, and brand-new details. Those images are important, and I will always photograph them. But there is another […]