Author Archives: Whitney O'Brien

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!

Things to do with little kids in Falmouth MA besides the beach

Things to do with little kids in Falmouth MA - Heritage Museum and Gardens

My parents live in Falmouth, MA on the Cape, so we spend a lot of time dow there in the Summer. Of course the beaches are great, my personal favorite is Old Silver in North Falmouth, though I haven’t been in years.

Surprisingly, we don’t actually spend much time at the beach as a family. Its a whole to do, getting everyone ready, working around nap time, bringing enough food and keeping the water cold, hauling the beach toys and chairs and towels the most annoying part–parking. So, if we do go to the beach, we go after the lifeguards and parking attendants leave.

Luckily, Falmouth and the surrounding area has tons of other fun things to do with kids, besides going to the beach.

Ever thought about opening up your own photography studio? I started as a Boston newborn photographer with a pop up set up in my living room, moved to a (tiny) dedicated home studio in a guest room, and finally moved to my dream studio location 3.5 years ago. Learn from my experience with these tips on how to do it yourself! (Link in stories and bio)

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I’ve had so many studio maternity sessions lately, it’s a gorgeous backdrop option for these colder months!!
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As I prep for a 7 week old at the studio… I’m often asked, “how old should my baby be for newborn photos?” Every photographer has a different opinion for the perfect age for newborn photography. My personal preference is 2 weeks. BUT, while there was a time that I felt pretty strongly about this, I really don’t care that much how old your baby is when I photograph them anymore. I’ve actually heard of photographers turning clients away because their babies were “too old.” Is your baby a month old right now? Two months? Email me! We’ll have a great time and get gorgeous photos, no matter how old your baby is for newborn photos. #bostonnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #bostonfamilyphotographer #familyphotographer #newbornphotographer #motherhood #familyphotography #bostonnewbornphotography #babyphotography #bostonfamilyphotography
Can’t wait to meet this babe today! ❤️❤️

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Whitney O'Brien Photography

333 East street

Dedham, MA 02026

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Boston newborn photographer with a luxury photography studio in Dedham, MA.

 

I specialize in natural, timeless portraits of motherhood, including maternity, newborn baby, and family photography sessions.

 

I serve Boston, MA neighborhoods such as Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Dorchester, and Hyde Park, as well as Dedham, Needham, Newton, Brookline, Westwood, Chestnut Hill, Arlington, Dover, Natick, Wellesley, Milton, Weston, Quincy, Norwood, Walpole and beyond.

 

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