Maternity:

Maternity sessions are best when scheduled somewhere between 29 and 36 weeks.

To prepare for your session, make sure that you are not wearing anything that will leave a mark on your skin.  The biggest offenders are elastic waistbands, socks, and elastic hair bands worn on your wrist.  Try wearing a light-fitting dress and sandals to your shoot, and if you can get away with it, no panties or bra.  We want your skin to be as smooth and pretty as it can be!

I will provide all of the draping to be used in your photos.  If you want to bring an outfit or two, jeans or yoga pants with a tight-fitting tank top always look great, as do long maxi dresses.  Avoid maternity clothes that are big, baggy, and covered in print.

Newborn:

To prepare for your session, offer the baby a good long feeding before leaving home.  We want to see them nice and sleepy!  I like to work with newborns when they are just in a diaper — one without prints or logos works best. I will have some available if you can’t find them.  Please bring any sentimental outfits, blankets, or objects that you would like to have baby photographed in.  We want to make these images as special as we can!

Parents and siblings should expect to be in a few of the photos.  Please stay away from logos or patterns when choosing your outfit.  I find that plain, white, black, or gray clothing works best.  I also recommend that you bring a t-shirt or something to change into just in case your baby pees on you during the session.  It happens.  And please know that if your baby pees or poops on me or anything in my studio, it is no big deal!! Everything in the studio (including myself) is washable!

Family:

For all other Family sessions, choose simple clothing.  Stay away from clothing with logos or patterns.  And remember, well-fed, well-rested kids are happy kids!  Feel free to bring snacks and a favorite lovey if needed.

If you have any other questions regarding how best to prepare for your session, please do not hesitate to call or send me an email!

Pet:

Consider having your pet groomed before our session. If you don’t take them to a professional groomer, then maybe you can give them a bath at home if one is needed. If your dog is a high-energy pet, it might be a good idea to take them for a long walk or have a play session to tire them out before you bring them into the studio. I always have dog treats on hand but bringing special treats can help keep your dog attentive during our session. Bring any props or outfits you might want to use for our photos. Mess happens so don’t worry about accidents.