Ideas for a newborn photo shoot at home

Published: 07.04.2020

Children grow up quickly. So don't waste time, grab a camera or phone and take pictures of the little one. We will tell you how to easily conduct a photo shoot for newborns at home.

Consider the limitations on outings as an opportunity to prepare and create a beautiful photo session at home with your little one. Many families prefer to hire a professional photographer, but the temporary closure of photo studios should not be a reason to give up on wonderful photos. We will teach you how to create beautiful newborn photos at home, simply using your phone camera.

Better to lose a day

Remember that you are limited by time. Babies change every day. So, do not postpone the photo shoot for a week or a month. It is much better to have more photos than needed than nothing at all.

Before the photoshoot, set aside one day for preparation. Our articlesHow to take photos on a phoneandHow to learn photography step by stepwill help you overcome panic before the upcoming photo shoot. You will definitely succeed if you use our ideas and advice.

• Make a list of poses that you want for the baby. Here are some easy but cool ideas for a newborn photo session at home. Start by choosing simple poses.
• Prepare props for the shoot. Soft blanket, fluffy towel or large pieces of soft colored fabric. To stretch blankets or fabric nicely, find clips. Binders and hair clips are suitable for this purpose.
• Think about what to dress the child in. Make sure that the clothes are clean, washed, and ironed.

• Choose a room for a photoshoot. Read the previous article Home Photoshoots to find out the best places to take photos and the best time of day to do so.
• If there is not enough natural light in the room for shooting, prepare additional light sources.

D-Day

Baby's comfort is the key to a great newborn photoshoot. Just before the shoot, make sure to warm up the room where you will be taking photos. Most of the time, the baby will be undressed during the photoshoot, so it is important to keep the room temperature at no less than 23 degrees Celsius.

If the mother is breastfeeding, it is better for her to put the baby in different positions. The baby will demand feeding because the mother smells like milk.

Be patient. Be prepared for the photoshoot to last several hours with breaks for feeding. In order for the photos to turn out well, the baby needs to fully engage in each pose. And for that, time is needed.

Ideas for newborn photo shoots at home

We offer the cutest and most touching poses for little ones:

Frog.
This is one of the traditional baby poses that parents like.
If your little one prefers to sleep in the frog position, all you have to do is support his chin with your hands.
If the baby is sleeping differently, gently spread his legs apart like a frog's legs. And lift the bottom up.

Head on shoulders.If the child cannot hold their head up with their hands placed under the chin, place one hand under the head. The baby will be very comfortable in this position. So, a few doubles are guaranteed to you.

In a cocoon.
Realizing this idea is very easy. A soft knitted shawl or blanket will lull a newborn to sleep better than a lullaby.
You can wrap the baby with the hands inside or outside. Remove at different angles.

On the back.This is one of the simplest ideas for a newborn photo shoot. Lay the baby on their back, with their hands folded on their tummy. Babies are comfortable in this pose. Usually, it won't be difficult for you to capture a smile in their sleep.

In the basket.
With a wooden basket, you can get a lot of charming photos.
Turn the basket into a mini cradle. Place a few soft towels or a blanket in it. Decorate the basket with ribbons, artificial fruits, vegetables, or flowers.

In a hammock.
Use minimal props. For a baby photoshoot, it is important to capture the expression of the little face and the cute folds on the hands and feet.
Hang a light blanket or a large towel like a hammock. Put the baby in it and gently rock them. The baby will fall asleep, and you will get wonderful pictures with your little one.

With a brother or sister.
Group photos showcase the love and unity of the family. Don't forget to take and print on canvas the shared photos of the newborn with older brothers and sisters.

Order a photo with a newborn
on canvas

With a plot.
Play out a theme. For example, put a sports cap on the boy and place a tennis ball next to him. Dress the girl in a fancy dress, put a crown on her head, and place a magic wand in her hand.

With a toy.Use a soft toy not only for decoration, but also as support for a newborn. You can lay the baby on a large fluffy teddy bear or bunny in almost all the above-mentioned positions.

With pets.
It is not difficult to photograph a dog with a child at home. For overly active four-legged pets, we recommend using treats. Calm the dog down, offer it something tasty. Once the animal settles down, place the child next to it and take a photo.
There are no problems with the cat. Either she will visit the photo zone with the newborn herself, or you will have to move the shooting to the cat's resting place.

With mom and dad.Essential shots for a newborn photo shoot. Don't try to come up with special poses. Just show your love. Hold the baby in your arms or lay down next to them. The frame will immediately be filled with an atmosphere of endless love.

Set aside all fears and take photos of your little one. We hope that our tips will boost your confidence. Don't keep the captured images in the memory of your smartphone or on a hard drive. Upload the images to ouronline editorand create a Light baby album for newborns.

Make a Light album
for newborns

A photo shoot for a newborn is not a reason to show off creativity. The goal of the photo shoot is to capture touching moments that will never happen again. Remember that love and care are important for babies. Provide the child with comfortable conditions during the photo shoot and admire the perfect little model.