newborn-ISH At home session


One thing I always remind my clients about when it comes to "newborn" sessions is that they don't have to happen within days of the new baby's arrival. That might be the case for the perfectly posed newborn photos that are an art in and of themselves, but for my more guided lifestyle approach, I think it's actually beneficial to wait a few weeks or even months. Truth be told, I skipped newborn family photos for both of my kiddos and opted instead for 3 month family photos.


This family waited until baby girl was about two months old, and it felt like perfect timing. They had the space to settle into life as a family of four first, survive those initial foggy weeks, and figure out their new normal before worrying about picking outfits and getting in front of a camera. By the time we met up for this session, everyone felt a little more like themselves again. Ok, a tired version of themselves, but at least a little more of a settled version.


What we documented was a morning at home as a family of four a couple months into their new normal. Big brother was thriving in his new role, excited and proud around his baby sister. Parents were a little more rested, a little more confident, and completely soaking in all the ridiculously cute sibling moments in this new chapter of life. And this is why I love lifestyle newborn sessions. You can do them on your own timeline without the pressure or rush.

Happy family posing outdoors with newborn baby and toddler son, smiling in front of blooming orange flowers.
A mother sits on a beige linen bed holding her newborn baby, both dressed in white.
Young boy gently holding sleeping newborn baby's hand on striped outdoor chair.
Young family with toddler and newborn baby posing in lush backyard garden.
Young barefoot child crouching on concrete steps, reaching down to examine a small object on the ground.
Happy family of four with newborn baby laughing together on a cozy bed in warm neutral tones.
Black and white photo of a mother holding a newborn in a kitchen while two young children play on the floor.
A couple sits on a neutral sofa smiling at each other while holding their newborn baby.
A mother tenderly kisses her newborn baby's hand while the infant lies on a white bed wearing a crochet outfit.
A mother in a yellow gingham dress tenderly holds her newborn baby close while gazing down lovingly.
A happy family of three playfully relaxing together on a white couch in a bright, modern living room.
Black and white photo of a mother holding her smiling newborn baby outdoors.
Happy family with parents, toddler boy kissing newborn baby girl sitting on a cozy bed.
Newborn baby in cream knit outfit lying on a white bed with arched headboard.
Person hiding under cozy white waffle-knit bedding and pillow in a soft, neutral bedroom setting.
Joyful mother and young son smiling at each other while playing on a white bed.
Smiling boy holding a fluffy gray Persian cat with blue eyes in a bright modern home.
A young child leans over a wicker chair to gently kiss a sleeping newborn baby outdoors.
A father and young son share a tender moment lying together on a beige textured bed.
Mother in yellow gingham maxi dress holding newborn baby outdoors with bougainvillea.
A happy family plays in a sunny backyard, with parents holding a toddler and newborn baby.
Newborn baby in cream knit romper with gingham bow headband lying on a beige blanket.
Smiling mother in yellow dress holding newborn baby with toddler son standing outdoors.
A joyful young boy laughing and reaching for orange flowers against a rustic wooden backdrop.
A smiling family of four poses outdoors with vibrant orange bougainvillea blooms behind them.
A joyful family laughs together outdoors, with a toddler on dad's shoulders and mom holding a newborn.
A mother adjusts a bow headband on her newborn baby girl in a cream knit romper lying on a beige blanket.
Happy family with toddler on dad's shoulders kissing mom holding newborn outside.
Happy family with two young children posing in a sunny garden with vibrant orange bougainvillea flowers.
Black and white family photo of mother holding newborn, father smiling on bed, young child playing in foreground.
Adorable baby in cream knit outfit and bow headband lying on a soft beige bed.
Black and white photo of a child leaning against a wooden fence with flowers covering their face.
Young family with toddler and newborn relaxing in a sunny backyard with lounge chairs.
A peaceful newborn baby sleeping on a chair, gently held by two adults in soft natural light.
Black and white photo of a laughing child playfully hanging upside down on a white bed.
Laughing father carrying young son on shoulders outdoors near colorful orange bougainvillea flowers.