07/21/2026
I have a couple of goals (or maybe ārulesā) during my newborn sessions that just make sense.
We work at the pace of your newborn and your other children. Please never apologize to me because your baby wonāt sleep, your toddler wants to show me every toy they own, is running laps through the house, or someone needs to stop for a snack break. Donāt hesitate for even a second. Those moments are completely normal, and I promise you, Iām never bothered by them.
Having a perfectly clean home? Iām not expecting one. Not once have I walked into a new parentās home and thought, āHmm, I wish it was tidier.ā You might see me move a few things, wipe off a counter, or pick up a couple of toys, but thatās simply what people do when stepping into a home thatās adjusting to life with a new baby.
Nursing or feeding? You donāt have to ask, and you definitely donāt have to explain. Just do it. This isnāt even a question of whether youāre āallowedā to take a break. You absolutely are. Feeding your baby always comes first, and weāll simply continue whenever youāre both ready.
If your baby needs extra cuddles, to be held the entire session, or just isnāt in the mood to be put down, thatās okay too. My goal isnāt to force perfectly posed moments. Itās to document this season exactly as it is. Sometimes the sweetest images come from the moments in between, with your baby safe and content in your arms.
Most importantly, I never expect perfection. Newborn sessions are about preserving memories, not creating unrealistic expectations. Whether your house is a little chaotic, your toddler is full of energy, or your baby has their own plans for the day, thatās your story. Years from now, I want you to look back at these images and remember how it truly felt to welcome your little one home. That will always be enough.