THE NEWBORN EXPERIENCE
Planning a newborn session can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many different factors that need to be considered besides just loving the images. You want someone who is careful, clean, and experienced. There are lots of questions that parents have when looking at a newborn photographer and even more questions that come up once they start their search. I hope the following helps answer most of your questions and concerns so you can feel comfortable choosing me as your photographer.
Your Newborn Session should be a one-of-a-kind, custom experience that is as special as the little one you are expecting to join your family. No session is exactly the same and through my careful planning process, I guarantee you will have a session that you will love and rave about for a very long time.
A few Q&A's first:
When do I need to book my session? As soon as you can. Planning a truly custom experience for you takes time. So as soon as you are thinking about a session, contact me so we can get the ball rolling.
When do you do the session? I like to do a newborn session when the baby is between 7 and 12 days old.
Why so young? Babies need to be very sleepy for these kinds of sessions. As they get used to being out in the world they become more alert and harder to get into those sweet poses.
So if I missed the 12-day window am I out of luck? Absolutely not! We can get beautiful images at any age, it is just that newborn images are easiest at 7-12 days. After that, we just adjust a bit to accommodate the babies' age the day of the session.
How do I book my session? Great question. You can click here to send me an inquiry or call me at 703.766.8399 to start the planning process for a great session.
What does a Newborn Session with Dorie Howell Photography Include?
- A complimentary mini-Maternity Session
- A selection of maternity gowns to use
- Use of all my blankets and props
- Sessions in the convenience of your own home or my studio location
- Parents, siblings, and Grandparents are invited to join us
- Low-resolution copies of purchased images for social media sharing
- A smartphone app of images purchased
In-Home Newborn Portrait Session Details:
- The session retainer to book is $400. This is for prep, travel to and from your location, and session time.
- Print prices start at $125
- All items paid for before the session date receive a 10% discount
- Digital File Packages are available.
- All sessions are held in the conveniences of your own home. (Sessions 20 miles outside of the 22181 area code subject to a $100 travel fee.
- All-inclusive packages are available as well as a beautiful selection of professionally designed albums and wall portraits
What about the parents? What happens to them during the session?
You can:
- Take a Nap (by far the most popular option)
- Watch TV
- Have a Snack
- Most importantly, trust that your baby is in great hands and you will love the results.
When handing over your teeny, tiny new baby it is helpful to know a little bit about who you are handing that baby to. Here are a few small tidbits about me.
- I use all COVID-19 safety precautions including full immunization, sanitizing all equipment, and always wearing a mask in your home.
- As a mom and former nanny, I love working with babies and have extensive experience with them
- I am fully insured and run a legal business.
- Safety is the number one concern when working with these precious tiny children.
- I am infant CPR certified and fully immunized.
- Your satisfaction is guaranteed.
Ready to inquire? I hope so! You can click that button below or call me at 703.766.8399 to start the planning process for a great session.