Newborn Sessions

Newborn sessions take place within the first 14 days of life. It's required to request availability below within 30-38 weeks pregnant to get on my newborn list (this guarantees your session). All props & items are provided. You are more than welcome to bring 2 person items for session if you choose.

Session will take place in Laci’s home studio.

Steps to prep for Newborn Session.

1. Request availability and Book with Laci around 30-38 weeks.

2. Have a beautiful birth story then contact Laci once you deliver to schedule exact date and time within the first 14 days of life. (Make sure you inform Laci of any specifics at this time pertaining to your session). During the first few weeks after birth, babies sleep more and this is the perfect time for sessions! They are easier to pose and are happier during this time. After this time babies become more alert and start to explore their new world. They learn that they can stretch and make it more difficult to swaddle and curl up.

3. Breastfed Babies- Please try to avoid consuming things in your diet that may upset your precious babies tummy or introduce something new within 12 hours prior to your session. This sometimes causes an unhappy baby (stomach discomfort to gas). Caffeine can make the baby more alert and jumpy, especially if never exposed. Formula Babies- Please bring formula and bottles. If you need anything specific to help prepare formula such as sterile water, please bring extra.

4. 10 to 12 hours feed your growing bundle of joy on demand. Make sure they are getting a full tummy. This helps prevent fussiness from hunger but helps for a peaceful deep sleep.

5. What to bring for the baby- Make sure baby is dressed in a sleeper or something that is easy to take off without upsetting the baby. No Onesies Please. We can start immediately while baby is sleeping. Upsetting baby by undressing them will decrease our session time. Bring a pacifier to help soothe your baby during session. Have plenty of diapers and formula for changings and feeding breaks. I will not provide any of these personal items. Bring a blanket to keep baby warm between sets and during feedings and etc. We want baby to stay warm and happy!

6. What to bring for yourself- snacks, water, charger, ipad etc! Enjoy some relaxing time. If siblings will be attending, make sure there is another adult present to watch siblings. Bring toys or something to entertain them please. Remember newborn sessions last 2 to 3 hours. Siblings are not allowed to be free in home studio.

7. 2 to 3 hours prior to session feed your baby and make sure they have a full tummy. Make sure they are in loose clothing, fresh diaper before placed in car seat.

8. When you arrive. Please cover up baby to prevent being startled by cold, wind and other outside elements. We will begin as soon as possible. If baby is awake we will undress baby and feed baby.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Laci. I can’t wait to work with you and your new bundle of joy!

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