Guides
Babies & milestones
Newborn, maternity, cake smash and birthday sessions, and how to choose the right photographer.
15 guides
Newborn Photography in NYC: What to Expect at Your Session
Newborn photography NYC guide: when to book, how a studio session flows around feeds, how a good photographer keeps baby warm and safe, and what parents do.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readWhen to Book Newborn Photos (and Why Before the Birth)
When to book newborn photos: reserve during pregnancy with your due date, aim for 5 to 14 days after birth, and what to do if baby arrives early or late.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readNewborn Photos With Big Siblings
Newborn photos with siblings, done safely: how to prepare a toddler, the supported holds that suit each age, the order of shots, and how to keep big kids happy.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readNewborn Photo Props and Safety: What to Expect From Your Photographer
Newborn photography safety in NYC: no risky or composite poses, a spotter's hand, warmth, simple props, and parents always close by. What to ask before you book.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readWhat to Bring to a Newborn Photo Session (Checklist)
A what to bring newborn photoshoot checklist: feeds, diapers, a pacifier, spare outfits, parents' clothes and family items, plus what to leave at home.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readMaternity Photoshoot in NYC: When, What to Wear, What to Expect
Maternity photoshoot NYC guide: the best weeks (28 to 34), what to wear, how a studio session flows, and how partners and kids join in.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readWhat to Wear for Maternity Photos: Fabrics, Colors and Fit
A what to wear maternity photos guide: fitted vs flowing, colors that flatter the bump, fabrics that photograph well, and why to bring two outfits.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readMaternity Photos With Your Partner and Kids
Maternity photos with partner and kids: prompts that feel natural, how to stay close without feeling awkward, ways to include little ones, and announcements.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readCake Smash Photoshoot in NYC: The Complete Guide
Cake smash photoshoot NYC guide: the best age, what to expect from a photographer's set, cake tips for allergies and colors, outfits, cleanup, and how the session flows.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readCake Smash Ideas and Themes Babies Love
Cake smash ideas that photograph well: 14 themes with color stories, balloon and bunting tips, matching cakes and outfits, and sweet bath-time cleanup shots.
Read Babies & milestones · 4 min readFirst Birthday Photoshoot: Ideas Beyond the Cake
First birthday photoshoot ideas beyond the cake: milestone poses, family shots, balloons done safely, keepsakes to bring, and how to time it before the party.
Read Babies & milestones · 6 min readBirthday Photoshoot Ideas for Kids and Grown-Ups
Birthday photoshoot ideas by age, from big numbers and balloons for kids to relaxed portraits for a 30th, 40th or 60th. Find a photographer in NYC or Long Island.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readBaby's First Year Photos: Which Milestones to Capture
Baby first year milestones photos, stage by stage. Newborn, 3, 6, 9 and 12 months, what each age brings and how to plan the year without overbooking.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readSix-Month "Sitter" Sessions: Why This Age Photographs So Well
Sitter session photography explained. Why six months is such an easy, expressive age, how to time it around naps and feeds, and simple sets that work.
Read Babies & milestones · 5 min readGender Reveal and Pregnancy Announcement Photo Ideas
Pregnancy announcement photos and gender reveal ideas for the studio, from ultrasound prints and tiny shoes to big-sibling moments, kept sweet and tasteful.
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