LIFESTYLE NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY IN WOODSTOCK, ONTARIO
Newborn photos to remember the early days: how tiny their toes were, how perfectly they fit into your arms, and how tired-but-in-love you felt.
"No elaborate poses or putting your baby in a basket (I promise!). Just perfect lifestyle photos to capture those tiny, fresh baby moments.
Let’s get one thing out of the way: we know, the thought of photos while freshly postpartum can feel so overwhelming. We’re here to change that.
Seriously, who has the time to go shopping for a new outfit, figure out how to style your hair, and oh, figure out how to keep baby’s outfit blowout free?
Listen: you’re in the driver’s seat for your session. Whatever you need, we’re listening. Want to capture that brand new curled up, squishy time? Perfect! Would you rather wait to heal from birth, get used to your new routine, and feel a little more put together? Got it, let’s wait!
You deserve to feel cared for during your postpartum period, not rushed or stressed by family photos. You and your baby take the lead, and I'll follow your cues to ensure we meet all your little ones' needs during the photo shoot.
The best part: Everything is ready for you on your session day, including coordinated outfits for your family (no shopping needed!).
Signature Newborn Sessions
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Access to our size-inclusive client wardrobe for the whole family (yes, even for men and kids!)
Professional hairstyling and makeup application for mom
Session time either in-studio or in the meadow
Image gallery reveal and photo selection within one week of your session
Design and installation of your printed artwork in your home
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Session Fee: $350*
* Session fee doesn’t include digital images or artwork. Clients typically invest $1150-$2000 total between their session fee, digital files, and printed artwork!
The fine print: FYI, your session fee doesn’t include your digital images or printed products! They’re purchased separately, and clients typically invest $1150-$2000 total between their custom session, digital files, and printed artwork.
Newborn Baby Photography Sessions on the Blog:
BEHIND THE CAMERA
Hey, I’m Rachael, your Woodstock Newborn Photographer.
After 12+ years of working with newborns, I know exactly what to do to make everyone in your family comfortable in front of the camera so your newborn photos are done right the first time.
I missed out on newborn photos with my own babies because the idea of trying to get myself ready for a session on no sleep (and recovering from a c-section) was too overwhelming.
That’s when I jumped in with both feet and built a newborn experience for families that anticipates every need. We’ve truly thought of everything: makeup for Mom, wardrobe for the whole family, artwork design and home installation.
So, you’re wondering…
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Reach out around 22 weeks of your pregnancy to ensure availability and give me and my team enough time to plan your newborn session! Reserving your session in the second trimester is recommended and allows for us to plan wardrobe, hair and makeup and anticipate all of your needs for the session. I do take on a very limited number of sessions per month to ensure the highest quality experience for the families I serve. If you are later into your pregnancy, or your baby is here, please don’t hesitate to schedule a discovery call with me! Because the timing of a baby's arrival can be unpredictable, we can occasionally accommodate later bookings and I would love to see what we can do for you.
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Schedule your newborn session anytime between 7 days old to 8 weeks old. The date we choose will depend on a lot of factors. Some families love to capture that brand-new curled up, squishy time, while others prefer to wait until they’ve had some time to heal from birth, get used to the new routine and feel a little more like they have a handle on things. Everyone is so different, and we’ll talk it over to see what’s right for you. Because our studio doesn’t do elaborate poses or put babies in baskets, your baby doesn’t need to be in a deep sleep. The majority of your pictures will be with your baby in your arms, or laying on a comfy surface like our beanbag or sofa. Our session is directed by what your baby needs!
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A resounding, YES! All of our sessions are family sessions so including all of your immediate family is HIGHLY encouraged. I am truly a toddler whisperer and will ensure the session is fun for older siblings as well (let’s just say I have lots of tools in my toolbox…stickers, bubbles, the most adorable wooden toys and most importantly, endless patience) We will ensure at the end of the session you’ll walk away with the most magical images of your family, including one of your new baby and their older sibling(s), too!
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Yes, I do! The First Year Membership is a membership program for families looking to document their baby’s first year. Families save when they book 3 or 4 Signature Sessions during their baby’s first 18 months. Members save big on session fees and receive a $250 album credit per session as well as birth announcements. You can learn more about the First Year Membership here.
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Newborn sessions are photographed in my private studio in North Woodstock. My studio is tailored to suit the needs of newborn families and is fully stocked with the comforts of home and newborn essentials like diapers, wipes, bottle warmer, and a nursing pillow. The studio is very clean, bright, flooded with natural light, soft music and has everything we could need for a newborn session. After the session you can leave the laundry and mess behind and head home for a nap.
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Access to our studio wardrobe is included for your newborn session! I have an extensive studio wardrobe with over 70 beautiful & comfortable pieces. Many of our pieces are nursing friendly and are a-line so you won’t experience unwanted pressure around your tummy or c-section incision. About 5 weeks before your session day, you’ll come to the studio to try on your favourite pieces. We also have wardrobe options for the entire family including adorable toddler outfits, kids clothes up to 8 and mens shirts, too.
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Absolutely! On the morning of your session our professional hair & makeup artist, Sarah will come to your home to get you ready. Sarah is incredible at what she does and will ensure you don’t have to fret about getting yourself ready on session day. After a relaxing morning in her chair, you can come to the studio in your comfies and all your wardrobe pieces will be washed, steamed and waiting for you.
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I pride myself on a quick turnaround time, and will have your proofs ready 7-10 days after your session day. Immediately after your session we’ll book a time for you to return for your ordering appointment and select your favourites. One week after your session is typically when this is scheduled. If you purchase digitals, you will leave the ordering appointment with your final images. Artwork & albums are typically ready for installation/delivery 6-12 weeks after your ordering appointment.
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Absolutely! Digital collections are available for purchase. You have the option of an old-fashioned USB, digital download, or both. Digital collections are always high resolution (no watermarks or web-only restrictions, here) and you can take them to your lab of choice to be printed in any size. The majority of families I work with actually earn their digital collection for free after a qualifying purchase of artwork, album or gallery wall.
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My job isn’t complete until you are holding your memories in your hands. After your session we’ll meet at the studio where you’ll see your images for the first time. During our appointment we’ll select your favourite memories and collaborate on designing framed artwork, gallery walls or albums. My newborn clients love being able to build an album over multiple photo sessions to tell the story of your baby’s first year.
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I have LOTS of experience photographing multiples, and I’d never dream of charging extra for a twins, triplets or beyond session! We will ensure your session is captured in the most relaxed way possible (even if your hands are quite literally full). I will ensure your babies have solo images as well as those adorable sibling images, too!
The only step you need to take is booking a quick call with me.
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