What to Expect During a Newborn Session

Newborn sessions are slow and quiet. Each one is led with patience. Babies are held, wrapped, or gently placed into cozy setups with soft textures. We keep the space warm and calm. Parents can relax, feed, or rock as needed. There's no rush. Whether baby is sleepy or alert, every moment is worth capturing.

Most newborn sessions happen within the first two weeks after birth, when babies are still curled and sleepy. That said, every baby is different. If a session takes longer or baby needs breaks, that’s okay. We follow their rhythm, not a clock.

Capturing Baby’s Big Firsts

Milestone sessions capture key stages: tummy time, sitting up, crawling, standing. These are the moments that often go by unnoticed—until you see them frozen in a photo. Sessions can be simple or styled. Some parents bring favorite toys or outfits. Others choose a natural setup with soft blankets and clean backgrounds.

We make sure each session highlights your baby’s features, not props. Chubby fingers grabbing toes. A crooked little grin. A curious stare. These are the details that tell a story. And in Salt Lake, we often take these sessions outside during warmer months to catch golden light or blooming trees.

Planning for the First Year

Some parents plan sessions across the first year—newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and one year. This creates a visual timeline of how much can change in a short time. One day they’re cradled in your hands. The next, they’re standing on their own.

One-year sessions can include cake smashes, balloons, or simple portraits. Some choose classic images, others go playful. Whatever you choose, the goal stays the same: to hold on to the wonder of that first year.

Safe, Simple, and Stress-Free

We make sure every session feels easy. There’s no need to worry about how your baby will behave. Spit-ups, crying, diaper changes—it’s all normal. Babies are babies, and nothing needs to be perfect. We adapt in the moment and keep things relaxed.

In Salt Lake, we offer indoor and outdoor options. The studio is set up for comfort and soft light. Local parks, gardens, and quiet corners of the city are also beautiful options, depending on the season.

Why This Matters

It’s easy to forget how small they were. The way they held your finger. The tiny crease in their nose. These details fade as they grow, but they live forever in photos. That’s why we don’t rush or fake the moment. We aim to capture it just as it is—true and full of feeling.

In years to come, these images become more than memories. They become part of your child’s story. Something to look back on. Something to share. Something that says, “You were loved from the start.”

Based Right Here in Salt Lake City

We know Salt Lake. We live in its light. From snowy foothills to red canyons to green spring fields, this city offers something rare. A wide range of locations within reach. Clean, open skies. And enough variation to match any season or style. That local knowledge shows in every image we create.



Book a Session Today

If you’re expecting or your baby is growing fast, now is the time. These moments won’t wait. Let’s plan something simple, beautiful, and full of heart. Reach out to book a newborn or milestone session in Salt Lake City. Let’s turn your baby’s story into something you can hold onto.