One of the most common questions I get asked is how long a newborn photography session will take.
The answer is usually around two hours, although many sessions are actually shorter than that.
Unlike posed newborn photography, where photographers often spend hours carefully settling babies into different poses, my lifestyle newborn sessions are much more relaxed and baby-led.
I often describe them as feeling like a Saturday morning at home.
There’s no rush, no complicated posing, and no expectation that your baby will sleep through the entire session.
Instead, we spend our time capturing your family together in a way that feels natural and genuine.
One of the reasons sessions are often quicker is because babies spend a lot of time exactly where they want to be, in their parents’ arms.
Newborns feel safe, secure and comfortable being cuddled by mum and dad. Rather than constantly moving them into different poses or setups, we work with what feels natural for your baby.
This usually means less settling, less disruption, and a more relaxed experience for everyone.
Of course, every baby is different.
If your little one needs a feed, a cuddle, or a nappy change, we simply pause and take our time.
If they’re happy and content throughout the session, we may finish well before the two-hour mark.
The goal is never to watch the clock. It’s to create beautiful photographs while keeping the experience calm and enjoyable for your family.
By the end of the session, most parents tell me it felt more like spending a quiet morning together than having a photoshoot.
And that’s exactly how I want it to feel.
If you would love to book a relaxed newborn session, you can contact me here, and don’t forget to follow along on instagram.
