Capture Your Newborn’s First Days
Minneapolis Newborn Photography
Your newborn will only be “new” for a little while.
Whether we’re in the comfort of your home or my cozy newborn studio, let’s capture these first days before they’re gone.
Minneapolis Newborn Photographer – Studio and In Home
They don’t call me the “baby whisperer” for nothing
If you’re looking for simple, pure, and timeless photos of your precious new baby, you’ve come to the right place.
As a Minneapolis Newborn Photographer, I specialize in capturing newborns in peaceful, beautifully posed images and relaxing lifestyle images that truly capture the essence of your baby’s first days of life. My attention to detail and warm, inviting nature ensures that your session will be a memorable experience for you and your loved ones.
Safety is paramount when it comes to newborn photography. Along with over 12 years of newborn photography experience, I’ve gone through extensive training to ensure your baby is comfortable and protected throughout the session.
Your images are professionally retouched and edited to perfection to ensure they stand the test of time. I offer a range of quality product options to suit your needs from digital image collections, prints, wall art, and albums.
Ready to book your session? Let’s get started! Contact me today to schedule your Newborn Photography Session and create the images you’ve always dreamed of.
Featured Newborn Sessions
Isaac & Michelle
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The Newborn Session Process
1-2-3 easy peasy steps
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Your first step is to reach out to me. Based on your due date I can let you know if I have openings around that time.
Studio Newborn Photography sessions are scheduled 5-12 days after delivery. Lifestyle Newborn Photography sessions can be done anytime in the first month.
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On the day of your session, we’ll meet at my studio or in your home to start creating your newborn portraits.
Studio Newborn Photography sessions last anywhere from 1.5 – 3 hours. In-home Lifestyle Newborn Photography sessions last about 1 – 1.5 hours.
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The Big Reveal! 1-2 weeks following your newborn portrait session, you’ll receive a link to your private online portrait gallery. All images will be fully edited and retouched.
You’ll select your digital image collection from here and use your Print Store Credit to order gift prints, wall art, and session albums.
To ensure a great experience for all of my clients, I take a limited number of sessions each month. This guarantees your gallery is delivered to you within 3 weeks of your session.
It’s best to reach out early in your 2nd trimester when inquiring about a newborn photography session.
investment
Digital Images + Heirloom Artwork = Happy Parents!
The Session Fee listed below secures your date on my calendar and covers the time/talent of the photographer only.
Digital Image Collections start at $595 and include a Print Credit to use in your online gallery store towards birth announcements, gift prints, wall art, and albums.
Petite Studio Newborn
Session Fee: $200
The Session Fee does not include digital images or prints. Click here for full investment pricing.
Beautifully styled and posed newborn photos done at the studio.
- Scheduled 5-12 days after delivery
- Newborn photos only
- 2-hour session in the studio
- 4-5 personalized and styled set-ups
Classic Studio Newborn
Session Fee: $300
The Session Fee does not include digital images or prints. Click here for full investment pricing.
Beautifully styled and posed newborn photos along with family portraits at the studio.
- Scheduled 5-12 days after delivery
- Newborn, family, and sibling photos
- 3-hour session in the studio
- 4-5 personalized and styled set-ups
In-Home Lifestyle Newborn
Session Fee: $250
The Session Fee does not include digital images or prints. Click here for full investment pricing.
Relaxed, natural, and candid family and newborn photos in the comfort of your own home.
- Scheduled anytime after delivery
- Newborn, family, and sibling photos
- Nursery details
- 1-2 hour in-home lifestyle session (travel included up to 30 miles from 55311)
First Year Baby Plans
combine and save with a first year baby plan package
My most popular First Year Baby Plan Packages are fully customizable to the first-year milestones you want to document the most. From your pregnancy to your baby's first birthday!
Popular First Year Baby Plans are listed below. All plans can be customized to any combination of 3 or more sessions to fit your needs.
Collection 1
3 Session Collection:
Maternity, Classic Newborn, and One Year
- Priority Scheduling
- $100 off Digital Collections
- Bonus: Custom First-Year Album ($500 value)
3 Session Plan Fee: $300 (save $300)
Collection 2
3 Session Collection:
Classic Newborn, 6 Month, and One Year
- Priority Scheduling
- $100 off Digital Collections
- Bonus: Custom First-Year Album ($500 value)
3 Session Plan Fee: $300 (save $300)
Collection 3
4 Session Collection:
Maternity, Classic Newborn, 6 Month, and One Year
- Priority Scheduling
- $100 off Digital Collections
- Bonus: Custom First-Year Album ($500 value)
4 Session Plan Fee: $375 (save $375)
Pricing is subject to change without notice. MN Sales Tax is added to all session fees and purchased products including digital files. All sales are final.
I’ve got you covered, Mama!
01 Everything for your newborn session is provided for you. The studio is full of beautiful wraps, backdrops, buckets, baskets, headbands, bonnets, and more. I also provide diapers, wipes, pacifiers, and a bottle warmer for your convenience.
02I provide maternity dresses and baby outfits that are available at the studio in case you forget something at home, or just want to try something new.
03 With many years of early childhood education and 12+ years photographing newborns and babies, I have special skills to make even the gassiest newborns settle and crankiest babies smile.
04Acne, hair fly-aways, under eye bags? Not in your photos! I can make even the most tired and sleep-deprived mamas look radiant in their photos!
05 Worried your man-friend or husband won’t have a good time? No need to worry. With two older brothers, a husband, and a teenage son, I think I can handle him.
the Burning Questions
I know you have them
When should I reserve my newborn portrait session?
My availability fluctuates and I take a limited number of sessions each month, so I highly recommend reaching out to me in your 2nd trimester to reserve a spot on my calendar.
What is the best age to photograph a newborn?
Studio newborn sessions are best done in the first 2 weeks after delivery. Lifestyle newborn sessions can be done anytime in the first 2 months.
What if I deliver my baby early, or late?
No need to worry. The date reserved for your newborn portrait session is flexible. I shoot 7 days a week and can always adjust my schedule to make sure we get your session in within the first 2 weeks after delivery.
What is the best age to photograph an older baby?
Baby milestone sessions can occur at any age and time in their first year. I recommend having photographs taken at the most significant milestones, the "sitter" stage around 7 months, and their first birthday.
Do you take family portraits?
I do! But these sessions are reserved for clients returning to me after an initial newborn or baby portrait session.
When is the best time for pregnancy photos?
Maternity sessions take place around 32 weeks (give or take a couple of weeks). Around that time you'll have a nice-sized baby belly, but shouldn't be too uncomfortable yet. Often times swelling kicks in in the last month of pregnancy, so it's best to have them done before 36 weeks.
What should I wear to my photo shoot?
Pinterest is a great resource for what-to-wear guides! This is a personal choice and preference, however, this is what I recommend:
- wear what's comfortable in solid colors and simple patterns
- avoid matching outfits; instead, coordinate with 2-3 colors
- avoid shirts with logos or writing on them
- long dresses/pants look best
Can I bring props to my portrait session?
Yes, absolutely! I encourage the use of props if they're meaningful to you. Ultrasound photos, baby shoes, and books can personalize your maternity photos.
Knitted blankets and outfits given as gifts or passed down to your baby can add special meaning to newborn photos and baby photos.
Otherwise, in my posed newborn sessions, I provide all of the props based on my style in your choice of colors.
What if I need to cancel my portrait session?
As a mom, I understand that things come up; illness and unplanned events happen in life. No, worries. Your session can be rescheduled to another date and time that works for both of us.
What is a Print Credit?
The Print Credit you receive with your Digital Image Collection can be looked at as a gift certificate or coupon to be used in your online gallery store towards gift prints, wall art, albums, and more. Preserving your memories for years to come!
