When photographing newborns, it is best to take photos before they are two weeks old to have them look truly newborn. I always suggest that 7 days old is the best if Mama and baby are ready. It’s important to create a warm, safe and consistent environment for the photo shoot, and try to photograph sleeping babies for peaceful-looking photos.

As professional family photographers, Bella Essence has excellent tips and ideas about what to wear for your family photographs to ensure the most appealing images possible. Starting with the basics, we have advice on what to wear, what not to wear, what to expect, and what to do, so that we are able to obtain the best, most flattering photographs while having a great time!