Author Archives: Whitney O'Brien

Why I became a professional newborn photographer

Why I became a professional newborn photographer

I often get asked why I became a newborn photographer. Most women I know in the newborn and family photography industry started their businesses after becoming moms themselves. They started taking photos of their children, bought a nicer camera, took better and better photos, and realized they could turn it into a business. My story...

Newborn Photography Outfits – where to shop for baby clothes

Newborn Photography Outfit - baby in blush one piece with mom holding in her lap

Buying newborn photography outfits might be one of the most fun parts of my job. You might have read that I have a client closet–I often talk about all the gorgeous dresses I have available to moms for maternity, newborn, and family photo sessions. One thing I forget to talk about are all of the baby clothes that I have for newborn sessions!

Why Boston Newborn Portraits are a Must

Boston Newborn Portraits

Thinking of booking Boston newborn portraits? Welcoming a newborn into your life is an absolutely crazy experience—one that changes your world in magical way. As a luxury newborn photographer based in Boston, I understand the significance of these early days, and feel so honored to create gorgeous portraits for my clients. Here’s why Boston newborn portraits aren’t just a luxury, but a meaningful investment for you and your family.

Boston extended family photographer: tips for amazing pictures

Boston extended family photographer: tips for amazing pictures - large group family photo in Arnold Arboretum

I love being a Boston extended family photographer! This might actually be an unpopular opinion, but I think they are so much fun. So many combinations, its kind of like giving my clients multiple family sessions bundled into one. While extended family portraits can sometimes feel chaotic, there are some things that you can do to make things a little easier. Here are some tips for both families and photographers, for amazing pictures and successful extended family photo sessions.

How to prepare for postpartum, before baby arrives

How to prepare for postpartum - pregnant mom standing in a field during golden hour

I have a good friend who’s due date has come and gone, and I was trying to think of particularly good advice to give her in these final days (hours?), about how to prepare for postpartum. Here are my tips for how to prepare, from my own personal experience!

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Whitney O'Brien is a Boston newborn photographer with a studio in Dedham, MA. She specializes in natural, timeless portraits of motherhood, including maternity, newborn, milestone, and family sessions.

 

She serves Boston neighborhoods such as Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, and Hyde Park, as well as Dedham, Needham, Newton, Brookline, Westwood, Norwood, Walpole and beyond.

 

To see my latest work and photos of my own kids, follow me on social media!

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