newborn session process
Before baby is born
Ideally you should book your session while you are in your 3rd trimester by choosing which package you want, signing contract & paying retainer. We will use your due date as a calendar place holder while we wait for the baby to arrive. We will also go over colors, session requests, prop choices, etc.
After Baby is Born
Once baby is born you will send us an email or shoot us a phone call letting us know baby is here to schedule the session within the first 21 days. You will then receive a confirmation email with a session prep.
After Your Session
2-3 weeks after your session you will receive your gallery to choose your final images and finalize any additional images you would like to add on.
More information
Yes. Family and siblings are encouraged and included in your session fee. Siblings will come at the start of the session, then will be asked to leave before we will continue with the baby's portion of the session.
Are parents and Siblings included in the session fee?
Yes, we absolutely can. I absolutely LOVE the older newborn age. We may need to do more wrapping than normal, but honestly this can happy with younger newborns too. Reach out and we can get you scheduled. After about 8 weeks is when I would encourage you to wait until the baby is around 3-4 months to get more variety in the session, but we can certainly still create a perfect session just for your baby.
My baby is over 3 weeks, can we still do a newborn session?
After you have reached out to schedule your newborn session date when baby has arrived, I will send out a confirmation email with tips to prepare for your session
Yes, you are most definitely able to upgrade your package after your session if you would prefer to wait until after your session.
Newborn photography sessions are scheduled for 4 hours, but don't let that scare you. I rarely use that much time & honestly cannot remember the last time I can near needing the full 4 hours. We schedule that long in the off chance baby is just needing extra time for feeding or needs more soothing than normal. On average, sessions last about 1.5 hours.
Besides a happy, fed baby and their food, you won't need anything else for the baby. EFP is well stocked with everything a newborn needs & has lots of props, outfits, etc
Ideally, you should book your newborn session in your 3rd trimester to guarantee availability and leave time to plan for your baby's session. However, if you have not booked & your baby is already here, reach out to see what my availability is. Truth be told, I love babies & I feel bad saying no, so I will do what i can to fit you in, or recommend someone who may be available.
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newborn session faq
Smash Cake session process
booking your session
You should book your smash cake session date 3-4 weeks before when you want the photos by to allow for processing. You will be sent a contract link to set your date. We will begin the process of planning your session based on your theme.
Before your session
Days leading up to your session, you will receive a prep guide. 2 weeks before the session any final details will need to be discussed. Day of the session we will start with some formal photos, then get into the cake.
After Your Session
2-3 weeks after your session you will receive your gallery to choose your final images and finalize any additional images you would like to add on.
More information
A basic cake and decorations are included in the session fee. The cake is purchased and picked up by myself at You've Been Cupcaked! out of Wallingford. A basic frosted cake with "candle" is included in your session fee. You may upgrade the design of the cake based on the fees of the baker. I work one on one with You've Been Cupcaked! to pick colors/designs that go with the set.
Yes. If your baby has any food allergies, please make me aware of any allergies. I use a separate baker, Dee's One Smart Cookie, that specializes in allergen free cakes.
My baby has food allergies, do you still supply the cake?
About a week before your session you will be sent a confirmation email detailing how to best prepare for your session.
Yes, you are most definitely able to upgrade your package after your session if you would prefer to wait until after your session.
Smash Cake sessions are scheduled for an hour, but they don't last that long at all. Babies loose their interest very quickly & will move fast for the best results.
Besides a happy, fed baby with an outfit you won't need anything else for the baby. Everything else is supplied by EFP including the cake.
You should book your smash cake session date at least 3-4 weeks before you will need the photos to allow for editing, and then allow 2-3 weeks prior to the session for planning & ordering of the cake.