Planning outfits for a photo session, whether it’s family photography, maternity photography, or professional headshots, is an important part of preparing for your session. While some of my fashion-minded clients love the opportunity to go shopping and other clients feel intimidated by styling. That’s why I offer personal styling services in which I visit you for an in-home consultation and actually help you choose the outfits for your family’s session.

This isn’t a service many photographers offer, so why do I include it in my packages? Because I know that outfit planning can be stressful and because your outfits make a powerful difference in your photos in several ways.

Whether you’re welcoming your first child or you’re adding onto your family, I know that your baby’s safety is of the utmost importance. As your Mercer Island newborn and family portrait photographer, that’s the case for me too! Many parents don’t realize that newborn photography can come with risks if it isn’t done properly or that they need to be mindful of the photographer they choose for safety reasons. To help protect your precious baby, I’m laying out the top facts parents need to know about safety in newborn photography.

The newborn stage is a bit of a haze for many parents. You’re running on zero sleep and still recovering from giving birth while also being so overwhelmed with love for this beautiful new child. It can all make your head spin a bit, so it’s not uncommon in the months and years later to look back and have little memory of your baby’s first weeks. That’s one of many reasons newborn photography is so special.

Let’s be real, here: there’s no shortage of photo studios or photographers in the Seattle area. Choosing a photographer you and your family can grow with and feel comfortable with is so important, but how do you make that choice in the first place? As a Mercer Island photographer who has helped countless families in the area to preserve slices of life forever, I take pride in offering an experience that truly is like no other.

When you have a new baby on the way and you’re arranging your dream newborn photography session, what do you picture? There are two types of newborn sessions I offer for my clients: lifestyle newborn photography (which takes place in your home) and studio newborn photography (which takes place in my Mercer Island studio).

Which one is best for you? It comes down to a matter of personal preference, with each option having its unique advantages.

The newborn stage is such an incredible and unique part of life. You’re getting to know your new baby, establishing a schedule of feedings and naps, and beginning a truly lifelong journey with your child. Newborn photography is a wonderful way to save a piece of this experience forever, but there’s one question so many parents ask: when is the right time for newborn photos?
Whether you want to know when to take newborn photos or when to schedule them, I have the answers you need.

Why invest in newborn photography? There are plenty of reasons why newborn photography is worth the cost and effort – some sentimental, and some practical. From my experience as both a mom and a photographer, these are the top benefits to consider.