Blog post talking about the benefits of an in-home session for lifestyle photography, whether a maternity, newborn, or family pictures for the Richmond and Central Virginia region

Welcoming a new baby into your family is such a beautiful, emotional whirlwind. These early days—where time somehow feels both impossibly slow and fleeting—are filled with moments that deserve to be remembered: the tiny yawns, the sweet stretch of their fingers, the way they fit perfectly into your arms.

When I come into your home for a newborn lifestyle session, my goal isn’t to create perfection. My goal is to capture your story—your connection, your love, your family—just as it is, in this beautifully real moment. So let’s talk about two of the most common questions I get:

“What should we wear?”
“How should we prepare?”

The answers are simple: be comfortable, be yourselves, and let your story unfold.

Newborn baby in a bassinet in a hospital room.

First things first—congratulations, mama! You’re in the whirlwind phase of life with a newborn, balancing the exhaustion, the joy, and, let’s be real, a touch of chaos. And now, in the midst of it all, you’re getting ready for a photo session. It might feel like one more thing to juggle, but I’m here to make it as stress-free as possible. Promise.

First of all, take a deep breath. You’ve just brought a new life into this world, and now you’re diving into your first family photo session. I know that can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling a thousand things, recovering from childbirth, and adjusting to life with a newborn. But here’s the good news: I’m here to make this as smooth and stress-free as possible.