When you’re planning a newborn photo shoot, one of the first decisions you’ll make is whether you want a lifestyle session, which takes place at your home, or whether you prefer studio newborn photography in Camp Hill PA. It’s all a matter of personal preferences and either one will allow me to create gorgeous portraits that your growing family will treasure. But I’ve found that a studio session can be especially popular and helpful for parents who already have a child or two at home, for a few important reasons.
You Don’t Have to Have Your Home Photo-Ready
It’s important to note that your home doesn’t have to be spotless (or anywhere close to it!) for a lifestyle newborn shoot. We typically only photograph in your baby’s nursery or your primary bedroom, and perhaps one other area of the home, so you only need a few rooms to be camera-ready.
Still, even that can be difficult when you have not only a newborn but also a toddler or young child at home, especially during this time of transition when your older child might be wanting more love than usual. A lot of parents who are balancing the newborn stage with older kids find that it’s easier not to have company and to have their newborn shoot at my studio instead.
Your Older Kids Can Stay at Home During Studio Newborn Photography in Camp Hill PA
During a newborn photo shoot, we want your baby to just peacefully sleep away the session as much as possible. Sometimes, having their big brother or big sister around can disrupt that sleep by accident, and when the whole family is at home for a lifestyle photo shoot, that might make it difficult to keep your baby asleep.
During a studio session, your older kids can stay home where they’re comfortable and have fun with their grandparents or a sitter while you bring your newborn to the studio for their portraits. This way, the photo shoot goes smoothly, you and your partner get to share this special bonding experience with your new baby, and your older kids don’t have to worry about being quiet or behaving a certain way for the potentially hours-long photo shoot.
A lot of parents do want photos of their newborn with their new siblings, and we can absolutely arrange that too in a way that gives you the best of both worlds!
Scheduling Your Studio Newborn Photography in Camp Hill PA
If you have a new baby on the way and you want the best experience for their first professional photos, I’m here to help! Contact Karissa Zimmer Photography and let’s find the best plan for your beautiful family.
