Lifestyle Newborn

Capturing your newborn within 2-3 weeks of life.

Remember those tiny toes.

Soft hair on her head. Wrinkly and soft skin. The yawns and the noise that your baby makes. The way you gaze at your baby. The way your partner snuggle with that baby. And let’s be honest – those tired eyes of yours. The first few weeks of life is TOUGH. But so precious. Your baby is only tiny for a little while then before you know it, they are running out the door. These lifestyle newborn sessions happen in the comfort of your home. They usually happen when the baby is 5-17 days old. It gives you a chance to recover a little bit and catch your breath before documenting those precious moments at home.

Look at those tiny toes! Newborn feet in focus while the baby is resting on a pink blanket.

Dad is looking at camera smiling. He is holding a newborn baby and a toddler. Toddler is holding a harmonica. The newborn is sleeping.

Newborn baby is looking at mom with a curious facial expression. You can see a part of mom's face and she is looking at the newborn and smiling.

newborn baby with brown hair is sleeping and resting in her dad's arms.

Family picture at a lifestyle newborn session. The mom and dad are sitting on the couch. The toddler and newborn are being held by them. They are looking at camera smiling.

newborn baby girl is laying on a soft pink fleece blanket. She is looking at the camera with a calm facial expression. She is wearing a white lacy dress.

Mom with long dark brown hair is wearing a fuchsia dress. She is holding her newborn in a way that their noses are touching. The newborn is wearing a stripped blue and white dress.

Dad is looking at the newborn baby smiling. She is rest on his lap.

What should I expect?

Don’t worry about that. I’ll be documenting your newborn and your family with my camera. I might suggest a pose here and there but mostly, I document beautiful things as they happen. I will also be washing my hands, social distancing and wearing masks in your home.

When should I book?

Lifestyle newborn sessions are usually booked in the 2nd or 3rd trimester. I take 4 clients a month for this session type. Book early to secure your spot. Then you’ll notify me when your baby arrives. Then we’ll schedule a time for me to come after you had a chance to rest and catch your breath.

Interested?

I take the honor of being a part of the early days very seriously. Let’s meet in person to get to know each other a bit before you decide to have me document your life at home with the newborn. Contact me to schedule a free consultation.

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Who Am I?

I am a Birth Doula and Photographer based in Southwest Michigan serving families. I'm based out of Benton Harbor, MI and I serve families in the Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Kalamazoo, South Haven and Holland area.

I am an LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safe space. All families types are welcome here.